Episodes

  • 10: Episode 10

    10: Episode 10
    Sep 23 2024
    Join Pete, Lauren and studio dog Dora in the final episode of the series as they discuss everything you need to consider when developing your own coaching programme.


    Thank you to everyone who has listened to and supported Kicking It Off.

    Thanks again to our sponsors:
    BazookaGoal: https://bazookagoal.com/
    AirPitch: https://airpitchfootball.com/
    3v3UK: https://3v3europe.com/uk
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    29 mins
  • 9: Episode 9

    9: Episode 9
    Sep 16 2024
    This penultimate episode of Kicking It Off is so jam packed with top tips and advice that we've made it a two-parter!


    Join us in the first half of this episode as we take you through the key things to remember when developing your very own coaching programme.

    Thanks again to our sponsors:
    BazookaGoal: https://bazookagoal.com/
    AirPitch: https://airpitchfootball.com/
    3v3UK: https://3v3europe.com/uk
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    31 mins
  • 8: Episode 8

    8: Episode 8
    Sep 9 2024
    In today's episode we're joined by Mr Bazooka himself, Anders Wennesland!

    Anders is the inventor, founder and director of BazookaGoal and Airpitch Football.

    Join us as we discuss the current landscape and the impact these brands have had in training sessions and small-sided games.

    Thanks again to our sponsors:
    BazookaGoal: https://bazookagoal.com/
    AirPitch: https://airpitchfootball.com/
    3v3UK: https://3v3europe.com/uk
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    43 mins
  • 7: Episode 7

    7: Episode 7
    Sep 2 2024
    This episode is all about the Play Phase!

    Coaching young children aged 4-6 and want to learn more about their development and how you can best support their growth?

    Then you won't want to miss this episode! Join us and learn about the Play Phase.

    Thanks again to our sponsors:
    BazookaGoal: https://bazookagoal.com/
    AirPitch: https://airpitchfootball.com/
    3v3UK: https://3v3europe.com/uk
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    27 mins
  • 6: Episode 6

    6: Episode 6
    Aug 26 2024
    In today's episode we're joined by the fantastic Lewis Goater, Arsenal FC's Foundation Phase Lead. We dive into Lewis' career so far and the innovative programme he is currently developing at Arsenal where he has been since 2019, before that, he was Reading's head of academy player development for 11 years.

    In 2022, at the Premier League Youth Development conference, players, coaches and former athletes were honoured for their achievements and the impact they have had at football academies. Lewis was deservedly rewarded for his work as U11 head coach and lead coach for U9 to U11.

    Lewis shares brilliant tips and advice for coaches across the game.

    Thanks again to our sponsors:
    BazookaGoal: https://bazookagoal.com/
    AirPitch: https://airpitchfootball.com/
    3v3UK: https://3v3europe.com/uk
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    1 hr
  • 5: Episode 5

    5: Episode 5
    Aug 19 2024
    In this episode we're joined by the amazing Sally Needham.

    Sally spent 13 years at The FA within the skills programme and then as a county coach developer. She holds the UEFA A Licence and the Advanced Youth Award (5-11) and is a Thrive Practitioner where she has taken the latest in neuroscience, child development and attachment theory and applied it into football. Sally is currently the Academy Human Development and Performance Culture Lead at Sheffield United Academy along with being a Coach Developer for The FA and Consultant at 4Growth.

    One of Sally's latest achievements is the completion of her Professional Doctorate in Elite Performance at UCLAN. Sally's work exploring how neuroscience is fundamental to teaching and learning has massively changed the game.


    Thanks again to our sponsors:
    BazookaGoal: https://bazookagoal.com/
    AirPitch: https://airpitchfootball.com/
    3v3UK: https://3v3europe.com/uk
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    44 mins
  • 4: Episode 4

    4: Episode 4
    Aug 12 2024
    In today's episode we're joined by the brilliant Dan Micciche, currently Player Development Lead Coach at Everton, he is considered to be one of the best coaches in the country.

    His wealth of managing and coaching experience makes for a conversation you don't want to miss.

    Thanks again to our sponsors:
    BazookaGoal: https://bazookagoal.com/
    AirPitch: https://airpitchfootball.com/
    3v3UK: https://3v3europe.com/uk
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    59 mins
  • 3: Episode 3

    3: Episode 3
    Aug 5 2024
    Today's episode is all about creativity!

    What is it? How do we recognise it and value it? And how can we plan for it in our sessions?

    Join us as we dive into the world of creativity discussing the difference between coaching creatively and coaching for creativity in our players.

    Thanks again to our sponsors:
    BazookaGoal: https://bazookagoal.com/
    AirPitch: https://airpitchfootball.com/
    3v3UK: https://3v3europe.com/uk
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    25 mins