On the Grass: Free Play with Debbie Sayers

On the Grass: Free Play with Debbie Sayers

Author: Player Development Project July 26, 2019 Duration: 50:41
In this episode of “On the Grass” Dan Wright is joined by Debbie Sayers from Salisbury Rovers. Debbie discusses the importance of play and why their club put the child at the centre of every decision, this includes picking formation and even kids designing their own sessions! As youth sport because more and more structured Debbie is offering a different approach. There are loads of great takeaways for coaches in this conversation, especially for those wanting to increase fun, engagemen...

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Q&A: How do I help apprehensive young players with their confidence? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:10
The question this week comes from Chris, via email; “How do I help young players with their confidence when they are showing signs of being apprehensive or nervous about getting more involved at training?” Exclusive offe…
Q&A: How do coaches structure sessions? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:51
The question this week comes from Elliott, via twitter; “How do coaches structure sessions? I know it depends on topic, but I’d love to hear from a typical session” Exclusive offer for Podcast listeners: 30 Days Free Act…
Birmingham City FC: How to Create an Exceptional Learning Environment [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:59
In this Masterclass Discussion, PDP Editor Dave Wright hosts Birmingham City Assistant Academy Manager, Stuart English. Stuart has vast experience in player development having worked at Luton Town FC, Brentford FC and Bi…
Q&A: Should you specialise or coach at all age groups? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:20
The question this week comes from Sarah, via email; “Should you specialise or coach at all age groups?” Exclusive offer for Podcast listeners: 30 Days Free Active Membership. Visit www.playerdevelopmentproject.com/podcas…
Q&A: What age should players start playing 11 v 11? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:28
The question this week comes from Danny, via the PDP Facebook page: “What age should players start playing 11 v 11?” Exclusive offer for Podcast listeners: 30 Days Free Active Membership. Visit www.playerdevelopmentproje…
Q&A: Is there value in a pattern of play? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:35
The question this week comes from Pete, via the PDP Facebook Page: “Is there value in a pattern of play?” Exclusive offer for Podcast listeners: 30 Days Free Active Membership. Visit www.playerdevelopmentproject.com/podc…
Q&A: What would you prioritise in a short pre-season? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:11
The question this week comes from Neil, via the PDP Innovation Space: “I start coaching a University team this month. I have not been involved with them before and clearly there will be new students involved for the firs…
Q&A: How do I balance development versus winning on game day? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:35
The question this week comes from Spence, via the PDP Facebook Page: “How do I balance development versus winning on game day?” Exclusive offer for Podcast listeners: 30 Days Free Active Membership. Visit www.playerdevel…
Monthly Wrap: July [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:24
Enjoy this discussion with Dave Wright and Dan Wright which focusses on the highlights of all PDP content published in July. In this month’s wrap, we feature content from our Masterclass discussion with Drew Sherman (Bri…