Coachcast
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Coachcast is a podcast from England Football Learning designed for football coaches. It provides expert insight, session ideas, and a platform to discuss coaching questions and challenges. Listeners are encouraged to share their experiences with the coaching tips and contribute feedback via email or voice messages. The show aims to support coaches at all levels by offering practical advice and fostering a community of learning.
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The ultimate guide to planning coaching programmes with Vinny Halsall | S7 Ep4 05.08.2026 58minGood coaching starts with a plan. But how far ahead should coaches be thinking, and how do you build sessions that help players improve over time?In this episode, Vinny Halsall returns to Coachcast to explore how coaches can plan and deliver effective short-term coaching programmes.As part of the grassroots coach development team, Vinny shares practical strategies to help you save time, connect player learning between sessions and adapt your plans as numbers change and your players develop.If you’re looking for a more structured approach to planning sessions, this conversation will help you create programmes that keep players engaged while supporting long-term development.0:00 – Intro1:45 – The “five Ps” of preparing a programme.2:51 – Understanding the ingredients of a coaching programme.4:48 – What is a short-term coaching programme?6:39 – Why should you plan more than one session at a time?8:34 – How to save time when planning.11:06 – Choosing the right theme for your programme.14:12 – The "Play What You See" strategy.16:08 – Linking learning between sessions with the three Rs.23:08 – What to remember when planning programmes.25:27 – What “G.O.O.D.” session design looks like.26:38 – The “three Os” for adapting to unexpected numbers.30:44 – Building ownership and decision making into your programme.35:06 – How to know if your programme is working.38:15 – What to change when a programme isn't working.47:02 – Adapting programmes for different age groups.50:21 – Why "less is more" when planning programmes.53:26 – Vinny's message for coaches.55:59 – A whole-part-whole session idea.—————Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.LEARN MOREEngland Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/England Football Learning on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVwEngland Football Learning Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearningEmail - Coachcast@thefa.comLISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsBApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id1591804808YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@EnglandFootballLearning -
How to plan a successful pre-season with Conal Murnin | S7 Ep3 22.07.2026 34minPre-season is your opportunity to set the tone for the season ahead.It's about understanding your players, creating the right environment and putting the foundations in place for a successful season.And in this episode, coaching and learning developer Conal Murnin returns to Coachcast to share how coaches can make the most of pre-season. We speak about reflecting on your own coaching and planning sessions that meet the needs of your players. Conal also explains how small decisions before the season begins can have a lasting impact into the season and keep players coming back for more.Whether you coach once a week or have multiple sessions to work with, you'll learn how to prioritise what matters most and how to tell if your pre-season is a success.Covered in this episode:0:00 – Intro1:05 – Top coaching tips.2:38 – Understanding your strengths as a coach and where you need to improve.4:15 – Why self-reflection matters before a new season.5:35 – What to reflect on when planning pre-season.7:29 – Priorities for the first few weeks of pre-season.9:39 – Building an effective pre-season with only one session a week.13:34 – Preparing players for the physical demands without them losing the excitement.17:36 – Understanding players and their ability levels.20:04 – Setting expectations with parents during pre-season.21:54 – Friendlies and tournaments in pre-season.27:04 – Measuring pre-season success.28:48 – The biggest pre-season mistake coaches make.32:28 – A session idea you can use before a matchday.—————Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.LEARN MOREEngland Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/England Football Learning on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVwEngland Football Learning Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearningEmail - Coachcast@thefa.comLISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsBApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id1591804808YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@EnglandFootballLearning -
How self-reflection can transform your coaching with Darel Tidman-Poole | S7 Ep2 08.07.2026 36minBefore the new season begins, many coaches are busy planning sessions, setting goals and thinking about their players. But one of the most valuable things you can do is to take a step back and reflect on yourself.In this episode, pathway coach developer Darel Tidman-Poole joins us to explore the power of self-reflection and how it can help develop your skills and prepare you for the season ahead.Darel shares practical ways to reflect on your experiences and understand your behaviours so that you can show up better for your players.Reflection isn’t all about focusing on past mistakes, though. Darel explains how coaches can use reflection to build on existing strengths and become more intentional in the way they coach.If you're preparing for a new season, this is a perfect time to reflect, and this episode will help you reflect in the way that’s right for you.Covered in this episode:0:00 – Intro.1:30 – Top coaching tips.2:11 – Darel's route into coaching.4:47 – Tips for coaches leading a session for the first time.7:45 – Advice for coaches on the coaching pathway.10:27 – Why copying other coaches isn’t the answer.12:23 – How coaches become role models.12:59 – What coaches should do as they wait for the new season.16:19 – Understanding self-reflection and the three questions to ask yourself.18:10 – The reflection reframe that can help you progress as a coach.19:16 – Reflecting on behaviours and actions as a coach.22:45 – Taking control of behaviours and understanding your triggers.24:20 – Tools available to help coaches reflect.27:00 – The importance of getting feedback from others.32:05 – The most important thing to remember when self-reflecting.33:37 – A self-reflection challenge for coaches.34:49 – A session idea utilising overloads and underloads.—————Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.LEARN MOREEngland Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/England Football Learning on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVwEngland Football Learning Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearningEmail - Coachcast@thefa.comLISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsBApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id1591804808YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@EnglandFootballLearning -
Preparing for the new season and the 3v3 format with Andy Dyke | S7 Ep1 24.06.2026 35minA new season is upon us, and with it, brings a new format.That’s why, in this episode, Andy Dyke joins us to dive into what coaches should prioritise at the start of the new season and what exactly coaches need to know about the new format.As part of the play experience team within the grassroots division, Andy works to improve player choice and opportunity across the game, while also coaching an U5s team himself.The conversation dives into the new 3v3 format and the wider format changes being introduced, exploring what they mean for both players and coaches.Whether you're welcoming new players, coaching a team moving into a new format or trying to set the right foundations for the months ahead, Andy shares practical advice to help you start the season with confidence.Covered in this episode:0:00 – Intro2:15 – Top coaching tips.3:07 – What coaches should focus on first at the start of a new season.6:06 – Advice for welcoming new players.7:46 – Tips for brand-new coaches.10:41 – Preparing for the new format this season.13:01 – How moving formats can impact players.14:15 – The format changes coming this season.16:31 – Reactions from coaches to the 3v3 format.19:03 – The benefits of 3v3 football for players.21:22 – What's in it for coaches?27:51 – How 3v3 is being adopted in reality.28:52 – What does the future of youth football look like?32:53 – Andy's message to all coaches.—————Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/) and post them there. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.LEARN MOREEngland Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/England Football Learning on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVwEngland Football Learning Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearningEmail - Coachcast@thefa.comLISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsBApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id1591804808YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@EnglandFootballLearning Editing and show notes by Claricast (https://claricast.com/) -
Creating connections and managing tournaments with Lee Carsley | Coachcast extra-time 03.06.2026 39minIn this bonus episode, England men’s U21 head coach Lee Carsley shares the mindset, behaviours and decisions behind his coaching approach and back-to-back U21 European successes.Lee led the Young Lions to European Championship titles in 2023 and 2025, and, here, he reflects on his journey into coaching and the key lessons that have shaped his approach.The conversation goes beyond tactics, offering insight into how Lee builds relationships with players, creates environments where individuals can thrive and manages the pressure of tournaments for coaches and players.Whether you’re coaching at grassroots or higher, there’s plenty to take away from Lee’s experience.In this episode, we cover:Lee’s journey into coachingLee’s advice for new coaches starting outkey learnings from winning two European titleswhat to say to players before a tournamentdesigning realistic, game-relevant practicesmanaging tournaments successfullyLee’s coaching behaviourshelping players enjoy tournaments while staying competitiveand more…—————Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum) and post them there. Or leave them in the comments below. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.LEARN MOREEngland Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/England Football Learning on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVwEngland Football Learning X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearningEmail - Coachcast@thefa.comLISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsBApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id159180480YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@EnglandFootballLearningEditing and show notes by Claricast.(https://www.clarioncast.com/) -
What every coach should do to prepare for next season with Zahid Patel | S6 Ep23 29.04.2026 28minWith the season winding down, it’s a perfect time to start planning for the next one. The end of a season gives coaches a chance to reset. But preparation for the next season shouldn’t wait until it’s just around the corner. That’s why, in our final episode of the season, we’re joined by FA regional manager, Zahid Patel, to share how coaches can prepare effectively for the season ahead. Zahid picked up a wide range of experience across grassroots football, coaching camps, and delivering tournaments before joining The FA. He offers practical advice to help you reflect and set clear goals. From measuring success beyond results to revisiting your code of conduct and getting buy-in from players, this conversation will help you approach the new season with clarity. Whichever age and stage you’re coaching, Zahid shares insights that will help you set the tone and create the right environment from day one.In this episode, we cover:the top three things every coach should do before a new seasonwhat good reflection looks likewhy gathering feedback from players, parents and peers is essentialhow playing multiple positions can support developmenthow preparation differs across age groupsmeasuring success beyond wins and lossesrevisiting your code of conduct and the secret to gaining buy-in from players and parentsZahid’s three key elements of an effective code of conductwhen to start planning for the next seasonand more…—————Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum) and post them there. Or leave them in the comments below. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.LEARN MOREEngland Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/England Football Learning on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVwEngland Football Learning X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearningEmail - Coachcast@thefa.comLISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsBApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id159180480YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@EnglandFootballLearningEditing and show notes by Claricast.(https://www.clarioncast.com/) -
Making sessions fun, enjoyable and meaningful with James Riches | S6 Ep22 15.04.2026 25minKeeping players engaged throughout a session can be one of the biggest challenges coaches face. When energy dips or attention wanders, it can quickly affect outcomes for players. In this episode, James Riches returns to Coachcast to talk about managing training sessions and making them fun. We dive into how coaches can create environments where players are challenged while also enjoying practices. Our conversation explores how coaches can get a better understanding of what players are experiencing outside of football and why it matters. James identifies the signs to look out for when players’ are losing interest, and shares plenty of coaching advice as the season draws to a close. If you want your players leaving training smiling and eager to come back next week, this episode will give you practical ideas to help make that happen. In this episode, we cover: the difference between fun and enjoyment and why both matter.what fun sessions look likethe signs that players’ enthusiasm for a session is waninghow to re-engage players when energy drops recognising the unique needs of each player different types of competition and how to use them positivelyhow to get honest feedback from playersCreating the right level of challenge for mixed-ability groups. common coaching mistakes toward the end of termand more…Transcript on England Football community - (https://bit.ly/3OqH4N3)—————Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum) and post them there. Or leave them in the comments below. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.LEARN MOREEngland Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/England Football Learning on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVwEngland Football Learning X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearningEmail - Coachcast@thefa.comLISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsBApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id159180480YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@EnglandFootballLearningEditing and show notes by Claricast.(https://www.clarioncast.com/) -
How to coach goalkeepers with confidence with Yilmaz Aksoy | S6 Ep21 01.04.2026 33minCoaching goalkeepers can feel daunting for many grassroots coaches.That’s why, in this episode, Yilmaz Aksoy, goalkeeping coach development manager, joins us to break down how coaches can better support and develop goalkeepers at all stages of the game.Yilmaz shares practical, confidence-boosting advice to help grassroots coaches feel more equipped, even when specialised goalkeeper coaching is unavailable.You’ll discover how to create sessions that involve everyone, how to manage tricky goalkeeping situations, and how to build confidence without piling on pressure. We also explore how approaches to goalkeeping are evolving and what that means for coaches today.If you’ve ever felt unsure about how to coach goalkeepers effectively, this episode will give you the tools you need to approach it with confidence.In this episode, we cover:top tips for grassroots coaches working with goalkeeperswhy stepping outside your comfort zone helps you grow as a coachthe biggest mistake coaches make when coaching goalkeepersgetting goalkeepers fully involved in sessionsmanaging situations where no-one or multiple players want to go in goalbuilding goalkeeper confidence without adding pressuresimple, fun practices to develop goalkeeping skillshow coaching goalkeepers differs across age groupsevolving trends in goalkeepinga “goalie wars” session idea you can use with your playersand more…Transcript on England Football community - (https://bit.ly/47B236g)—————Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum) and post them there. Or leave them in the comments below. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.LEARN MOREEngland Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/England Football Learning on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVwEngland Football Learning X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearningEmail - Coachcast@thefa.comLISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsBApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id159180480YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@EnglandFootballLearningEditing and show notes by Claricast.(https://www.clarioncast.com/) -
How to be a more effective coach with Conal Murnin | S6 Ep20 18.03.2026 40minEffective coaching isn’t just about making good session plans, it’s about who you are and how you show up. Being an effective coach starts with being the best version of yourself, and in this episode, coaching and learning developer Conal Murnin, joins us to explore what personal effectiveness really means for coaches. Conal shares practical ways to improve communication, build stronger relationships, stay adaptable and ensure you’re not burning out at the same time. It’s an honest conversation about the realities of coaching, and what it takes to keep showing up well for your players week after week. Whether you’re feeling confident in your role as a coach or questioning yourself after recent challenges, this episode will help you reset and coach with more clarity and effectiveness. In this episode, we cover: what personal effectiveness means for coaches what effective communication looks like tips for building strong relationships with players how to get players to care about what you saybeing adaptable without the need for over-planning when and how to ask for helplooking after yourself while supporting players how to tell if you’re having an impact on your players what undermines coach effectivenessthe most underrated coaching skill and more… Transcript on England Football community - (https://bit.ly/4lxDOfa)—————Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum) and post them there. Or leave them in the comments below. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.LEARN MOREEngland Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/England Football Learning on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVwEngland Football Learning X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearningEmail - Coachcast@thefa.comLISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsBApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id159180480YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@EnglandFootballLearningEditing and show notes by Claricast.(https://www.clarioncast.com/) -
What to consider when players are going through changes with Stacey Emmonds | S6 Ep19 04.03.2026 25minPlayers don’t all develop at the same rate. And changes in physical development can affect confidence, performance, and even whether a young person stays in the game at all.And that’s why it’s essential for all coaches to have a good understanding of how young players develop and how to create a safe environment for them.In this episode, we’re joined by senior lead for performance education, Stacey Emmonds, to talk about what growth and maturation really means for coaches working within the youth game.Stacey brings clarity to an area that’s often misunderstood or ignored, helping coaches recognise the signs of change and avoid common mistakes that can unintentionally push players away.This is a practical, open discussion that will help you coach with more awareness for your players, during some of the most challenging years of development.In this episode, we cover:what growth and maturation means in a coaching contextwhen coaches can expect key physical and developmental changesdifferences in how growth and puberty affect boys and girlshow to spot when players are being impactedcreating open environments for your playersstrength training considerations for boys and girlsinvolving parents in growth and maturation conversations the right waythe most important things coaches need to remember about growth and maturationthe biggest mistake coaches make around maturationand more…Transcript on England Football community - (https://bit.ly/4azTISj)—————Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum) and post them there. Or leave them in the comments below. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.LEARN MOREEngland Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/England Football Learning on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVwEngland Football Learning X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearningEmail - Coachcast@thefa.comLISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsBApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id159180480YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@EnglandFootballLearningEditing and show notes by Claricast.(https://www.clarioncast.com/) -
Your biggest coaching questions answered with Chris Lowe | S6 Ep18 18.02.2026 35minEvery coach runs into moments where they’re not sure how to navigate a particular coaching challenge, or they would simply benefit from a second opinion. And that’s why we’re answering more of your coaching questions in this episode. Chris Lowe returns to Coachcast to answer your questions from across our channels. As part of the grassroots coach development team, Chris brings a clear and practical approach to solving the real challenges coaches face week to week, from working across different age groups to building player confidence and keeping players engaged. This episode is packed with actionable advice you can take into your next session, helping you get more from your practices while keeping players motivated and developing. In this episode, we cover: keeping defenders motivated during finishing practices helping players find better passing optionswhat to prioritise across different age groupsbuilding confidence so players don’t panic on the ball what to do when players are reluctant to share the ball top tips for working with goalkeepers understanding and using wave practicesmanaging parents with high expectations a simple way to get players turning up early the first step to getting started with coachingand more… Transcript on England Football community - (https://bit.ly/46KDT8V)—————Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum) and post them there. Or leave them in the comments below. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.LEARN MOREEngland Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/England Football Learning on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVwEngland Football Learning X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearningEmail - Coachcast@thefa.comLISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsBApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id159180480YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@EnglandFootballLearningEditing and show notes by Claricast.(https://www.clarioncast.com/) -
Keeping players engaged during winter training with Paul Holder | S6 Ep17 04.02.2026 45minFewer players turning up, lack of engagement, and lost momentum during training sessions.These can all be symptoms of the very different environment that winter training brings. But with the right preparation and planning, coaches can keep that momentum going throughout winter.That’s why, in this episode, Paul Holder returns to Coachcast to share practical advice on session management and how to keep players engaged throughout the winter months.Paul breaks down the biggest mistakes coaches tend to make at this time of year, the most important things to keep in mind when preparing for winter sessions, and how to adjust your approach to keep players coming back for more.If you want your winter training to feel purposeful and enjoyable, this episode gives you actionable guidance to make it happen.In this episode, we cover:the biggest mistake coaches make during winter trainingthe most important thing coaches must do before winter sessionsclothing considerations for winter trainingwhat to change about your sessions in winteralternatives to moving sessions indoorshow to spot when players are disengagedkeeping players engaged and motivatedwhy variety is important and three ways to build it into practicesplayer ownership in winter monthshow to kick off winter sessionsand more…Transcript on England Football community - (https://bit.ly/3ZuGDDv)—————Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum) and post them there. Or leave them in the comments below. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.LEARN MOREEngland Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/England Football Learning on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVwEngland Football Learning X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearningEmail - Coachcast@thefa.comLISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsBApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id159180480YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@EnglandFootballLearningEditing and show notes by Claricast.(https://www.clarioncast.com/) -
Matchday mastery: Success isn’t just winning with Matt Jones | S6 Ep16 21.01.2026 1uEvery player likes to win. But matchday success isn’t just about the final score. Matt Jones returns to Coachcast in this episode to share his formula for matchday success, regardless of the outcome. We dive deep into what sort of matchday environment we’re aiming for and how coaches can make it happen. We also explore what great matchday behaviour looks like and how coaches can set the tone. Matt brings a grounded, practical view of how coaches can prepare players, manage emotions, and build an environment that supports development over pressure. He also shares some memorable stories from his experiences across the game that highlight the powerful impact of coach behaviours. If you want to create matchday experiences that help your players grow, whilst performing at their best, this episode will give you the tools to make it happen. In this episode, we cover: how to approach matchday across different age groups preparing players so they feel confident but not overwhelmedwhat a great matchday environment looks likeMatt’s formula for defining successsome coaching stories from Matt you’ll want to sharehow self-awareness improves matchday coachinghow you can positively shape parent and spectator behaviourbalancing challenge with funthe “3 T’s” of effective matchday interventionsone thing coaches should stop doing and one they should startand more…Transcript on England Football community - (https://bit.ly/4a1cDoG)—————Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum) and post them there. Or leave them in the comments below. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.LEARN MOREEngland Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/England Football Learning on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVwEngland Football Learning X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearningEmail - Coachcast@thefa.comLISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsBApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id159180480YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@EnglandFootballLearningEditing and show notes by Claricast.(https://www.clarioncast.com/) -
Mid-season reset: reflection tips every coach needs with Sam Griffiths | S6 Ep15 07.01.2026 35minReflection is one of the most powerful tools a coach has – yet it’s often the first thing we let slip when the season gets busy. That’s why in this episode, we take a mid-season reset to talk about reflection, and how it can transform your coaching. In this episode, Women’s pathway lead coach developer, Sam Griffiths, returns to Coachcast to explore how coaches can reflect more effectively during the season. Sam shares why reflection is essential, what to focus on, and how to build reflective habits even when you’re short on time. If you ever feel like a never-ending list of things to do as a coach is preventing you from improving, this conversation will help you turn reflection into positive action. Covered in this episode: why reflection matters for coacheswhat to reflect on throughout the seasonhow to reflect when time is limitedmatchday vs training reflectionsthe one question every coach should ask after each sessionhow to support other coaches with reflectionsmaking half-time reflections effective in limited timeturning reflections into actionable improvementsmanaging the mental and logistical load of coachingand more…Transcript on England Football community - (https://bit.ly/49o36Xx)—————Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum) and post them there. Or leave them in the comments below. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.LEARN MOREEngland Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/England Football Learning on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVwEngland Football Learning X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearningEmail - Coachcast@thefa.comLISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsBApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id159180480YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@EnglandFootballLearningEditing and show notes by Claricast.(https://www.clarioncast.com/) -
Helping your players master the ten core skills with Emily Senior | S6 Ep14 24.12.2025 51minHelping your players develop the ten core skills is an essential part of coaching football. We see them all when we observe matches, but it’s important to give each of them space in your sessions before matchday.In this episode, Emily Senior returns to Coachcast to unpack exactly how to implement all ten core skills into your practices.You’ll hear how to design practices that challenge your players, how to coach multiple core skills simultaneously when time is tight, and how to bridge the gap between training and matchday execution.If you want to maximise your players’ development of the core skills and design practices that move their game forward, while keeping them engaged, this episode is for you.Covered in this episode:what the ten core skills arewhich skills develop naturally and which need more focustop tips for teaching and reinforcing core skillswhen coaches should start focusing on core skillssigns that a player is struggling and how to support themsession ideas to develop multiple skills at oncetransferring the core skills to matchdayhow to challenge players to apply core skills creatively and make decisions in the momentand more...Transcript on England Football community - (https://bit.ly/4p4s6bV)—————Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum) and post them there. Or leave them in the comments below. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.LEARN MOREEngland Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/England Football Learning on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVwEngland Football Learning X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearningEmail - Coachcast@thefa.comLISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsBApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id159180480YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@EnglandFootballLearningEditing and show notes by Claricast.(https://www.clarioncast.com/) -
Winter weather wisdom with Vinny Halsall | S6 Ep13 10.12.2025 49minWinter weather can throw even the best-planned training sessions off track, but it doesn’t need to mean a wasted hour.In this episode, Vinny Halsall returns to share his advice on keeping outdoor sessions effective, safe, and enjoyable when conditions get cold and wet.We talk about the realities of coaching through cold and rain and navigating the unpredictable nature of winter weather. With the small adjustments to session planning and communication that Vinny shares, coaches can still ensure player outcomes are still met.In the event of severe weather conditions, sessions may have to be cancelled, and we also discuss how to assess risk and navigate those cancellations.If you want to maximise your players’ development and keep your winter sessions fun and safe, this episode gives you everything you need to coach confidently outdoors in winter. Covered in this episode:the impact that winter weather can have on coaching outdoorshow to rescue a struggling session in bad conditionsadapting your planning for unpredictable weatherweather-tracking and risk-management advicehow to communicate cancellations with parents and playerscold-weather warm-up ideasmaximising ball-rolling time in poor weather conditionsindoor alternatives for those with the facilities availablethe biggest winter training mistake coaches makeand more...Transcript on England Football community - (https://bit.ly/48BB4r4)—————Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum) and post them there. Or leave them in the comments below. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.LEARN MOREEngland Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/England Football Learning on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVwEngland Football Learning X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearningEmail - Coachcast@thefa.comLISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsBApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id159180480YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@EnglandFootballLearningEditing and show notes by Claricast.(https://www.clarioncast.com/) -
What you need to know about indoor training and Futsal with Marc Forrest | S6 Ep12 26.11.2025 28minWith the colder months upon us, outdoor training isn’t always possible. But with limited space, indoor training can feel like a challenge.In this episode, Marc Forrest joins us to explore how that challenge can be turned into opportunity. We dive into how coaches can make the most of indoor sessions and discover the huge benefits of futsal for both player and coach development.Marc has worked across a range of ages and formats and now co-delivers The UEFA Futsal B Diploma for The FA. He shares practical tips for adapting outdoor practices to the indoor environment, keeping players engaged in tighter spaces (without getting overwhelmed), and using futsal to develop skills that translate directly to football.If you want to maximise your players’ development through the winter months, this episode is for you.Covered in this episode:how to adapt your training when moving indoorsmanaging space and player focus effectively indoorswhat is Futsal and how can it benefit your playerspreparing players and parents for indoor sessionskey differences between indoor and outdoor practice designhow to avoid overwhelm when training in a smaller and noisier environmentthe biggest mistake coaches make during indoor trainingand more...Transcript on England Football community - (https://bit.ly/3LYeLUM)—————Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum) and post them there. Or leave them in the comments below. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.LEARN MOREEngland Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/England Football Learning on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVwEngland Football Learning X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearningEmail - Coachcast@thefa.comLISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsBApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id159180480YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@EnglandFootballLearningEditing and show notes by Claricast.(https://www.clarioncast.com/) -
Community questions: your coaching questions answered with Lee Brown | S6 Ep11 12.11.2025 56minIn our first-ever community questions episode, we’re answering your coaching questions.We’ve gathered coaching questions from across our community and social media channels, and Lee Brown returns to Coachcast to answer them directly.We’ve squeezed in as many of your questions as possible, covering several aspects of coaching, from training to game formats to matchday.With practical advice drawn from extensive coaching experience, Lee helps you approach common challenges with confidence.And if your question didn’t get answered in this episode, send them in to us either on the community, on our socials or drop your questions in the comments section, as we’ll be answering more in the next community questions episode.Covered in this episode:how to deal with imposter syndrome as a coachquickly creating the right environment in trainingkeeping young players engaged and focusedtips for supporting neurodivergent playersimproving sprinting, finishing, and decision-makinggiving players the confidence to try goalkeepingthe best way of teaching the offside rule to young playersgiving feedback in the heat of the momentkeeping subs engaged on matchdayhandling parents and carers coaching from the sidelinesand much more…Transcript on England Football community - (https://bit.ly/490Bjh9)—————Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum) and post them there. Or leave them in the comments below. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODESkill Square: Effective dribbling drill - https://www.tiktok.com/@englandfootballlearning/video/7537702086880939286LEARN MOREEngland Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/England Football Learning on YouTube -https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVwEngland Football Learning X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearningEmail - Coachcast@thefa.comLISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsBApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id159180480YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@EnglandFootballLearningEditing and show notes by Claricast.(https://www.clarioncast.com/) -
How to handle parents in grassroots football with Mark Leigh | S6 Ep10 29.10.2025 45minCommunicating well with parents is one of the most important parts of grassroots coaching, and it can be one of the most challenging. But with the right approach, it can transform the experience for everyone involved.In this episode, FA coach developer Mark Leigh returns to Coachcast to share practical communication tips to help coaches build positive relationships with parents and handle tricky situations calmly and confidently.We explore how coaches can plan their communication effectively, adapt their style for different audiences, and avoid common communication mistakes when emotions are running high.If you’re aiming to create a more collaborative environment around your team, and prevent mixed messages for players, this episode will give you the tools to manage relationships in a positive way.Covered in this episode:what effective communication looks like for coacheshow to plan what you say before a sessionthe ‘all, some, few’ approach to communicating with playershow to get relationships with parents right from the startdealing with parents who coach from the sidelineswhen to address issues in the moment and when not totips for de-escalating tense situationsthe most common communication mistake coaches makeand more...Transcript on England Football community - (https://bit.ly/47pSlmd)—————Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum) and post them there. Or leave them in the comments below. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.LEARN MOREWebinar | How might I get the support of parents and carers in my sessions and on matchday? - https://youtu.be/yUATWyaPhm0?si=sVFcDy3hho7pXk-SEngland Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/England Football Learning on YouTube -https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVwEngland Football Learning X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearningEmail - Coachcast@thefa.comLISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsBApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id159180480YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@EnglandFootballLearningEditing and show notes by Claricast.(https://www.clarioncast.com/) -
Tactics to manage the emotions of winning and losing with Loz Lok | S6 Ep9 15.10.2025 1u 1minFrom the nerves and pressure of the run-up to matchday to the highs and lows of winning or losing, emotions are part of football.For young players in particular, these emotions can feel overwhelming. They can affect their performance and their enjoyment of the game, and in turn, the rest of the team. That’s why coaches have a huge role to play in helping them manage these emotions.In this episode, The FA’s Loz Lok returns to Coachcast to share practical advice for helping players manage their emotions and behaviour.Whether it’s handling nerves, bouncing back from a loss, or celebrating a win the right way, this episode will give you actionable steps to help players develop and keep coming back for more – even in challenging times.Covered in this episode:the common behaviours in young players that may need managinghow to reduce emotional stress in your environmentspotting individual triggers and adapting for players’ needsmanaging emotionssmall tweaks that make a big difference in sessionsa simple trick for keeping player attention during pre-session talkshelping players manage emotions on the pitch on matchdaypost-match behaviour tipshow to maintain a supportive environmentand more…Transcript on England Football community - (https://bit.ly/3L5HWF8)—————Do you have any coaching questions you’d like answers to? Or perhaps you’re facing a coaching challenge that you’d like help with? Simply head over to our England Football Community forum (https://community.thefa.com/coaching/f/youth-club-football-forum) and post them there. Or leave them in the comments below. We can then put them to our guests in future episodes to get their advice!Already listened to this episode or the previous seasons of Coachcast? We’d love to hear from you! Pass on your feedback by contacting us via Coachcast@thefa.com.LEARN MOREEngland Football Learning - https://learn.englandfootball.com/England Football Community - https://community.thefa.com/England Football Learning on YouTube -https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCisPO86aEIhWRTnTS1vrSVwEngland Football Learning X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/EnglandLearningEmail - Coachcast@thefa.comLISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4sA9fHoldaH1x5Wn3vdmsBApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/coachcast/id159180480YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@EnglandFootballLearningEditing and show notes by Claricast.(https://www.clarioncast.com/)
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