The ProPlayer Podcast

by David Gough

Season 2

Episode 18: Season 2 In conversation with...Tiffany Cameron..."Football reality and we are are also more than football"...amplifying female voices.

Every episode of season 2 is devoted to female voices within the game. Season 2: Tiffany Devonna Cameron (born 16 October 1991) is a professional footballer who plays as a forward and at times as a midfielder for Spanish Liga F club Real Betis. Born in Canada to Jamaican parents, she plays for the Jamaican National womens Team. She previously played for Borussia Mönchengladbach in the German Bundesliga, F.C. Ramat HaSharon in the Israeli top-division Israeli First League and TSG 1899 Hoffenheim in the German Bundesliga as well as Seattle Reign FC and FC Kansas City in the National Women's Soccer League. She has also played for Apolon Limassol in the Cypriot First Division and represented Canada at under-17 and senior levels. Tiff has been there, done it and in the future will probably make the T shirt on a career thats had everything. She is so much more than soccer. Her honest and authentic account gives us a window on the professional world that you wont have heard before. Tiff shares amazing insight, talks about moving into new environments and collaborating with your coaches to get the best out of players. This is a must hear for every aspiring female players and coaches who want to be in the womens game all across the world. Exactly what the podcast was made for...enjoy.

S2 · E18

Feb 22, 2024

1:06:02

Episode 17: Season 2 In conversation with...Alyssa Whitehead...International Coaching and breaking down barriers for black coaches...amplifying female voices.

Every episode of season 2 is devoted to female voices within the game. Alyssa joins us on the podcast and discusses all things coaching, goalkeeping and a lifetime spent in soccer. She expands on what its like to work at the very highest level of the womens game at the FIFA Womens World Cup. Her honest and authentic account reminds us of the importance of closely aligning to your core values on the journey. This is an amazing investment of time for any aspiring coach, she walks us through the very real barriers that some black (African American) coaches experience in the game today and we have a very honest discussion about the very real presence of racism, still today, in the game and how it has changed over time. A former college coach, USSF B Licence coach, she also holds a BSc Hons degree from Samford and a Masters from The University of Florida. A former professional and international player. Alyssa is yet another amazing guest we are delighted to welcome to the podcast. Enjoy...

S2 · E3

Feb 21, 2024

1:11:22

Episode 16: Season 2 In conversation with... Becky Burleigh...What Drives Winning... amplifying female voices.

Every episode of season 2 is devoted to female voices within the game. Season 2: The one and only "Becky Burleigh" - North American Soccer Royalty. Co-Founder What Drives Winning project https://whatdriveswinning.com National Champion winning coach, 13 Time SEC Conference Titles, 4 NCAA National Coach of the Year Awards across 26 years leading one of the biggest Womens soccer college programs in North America at the University of Florida. She talks to us also about her experience as the former interim coach of the Orlando Pride (NWSL). There are few who command a room and have earned the respect of the soccer community like Becky and you will hear in her voice how much she cares about leaving it better than she found it. She is a true inspiration to aspiring coaches everywhere in the world. This one is special... "Who are you becoming as a result of the chase" Becky Burleigh

S2 · E2

Feb 20, 2024

1:14:34

Episode 15: Season 2 "amplifying female voices" is here!...In Conversation with...Katie Quinlan - "Coaching in the National Womens Soccer League (NWSL)"

Every episode of season 2 is devoted to female voices within the game. Season 2 Episode 1: Katie Quinlan - Assistant Coach Portland Thorns - National Womens Soccer Leauge (NWSL), USA.

S2 · E1

Feb 19, 2024

1:20:18

Season 1

Episode 14: In Conversation with...the world renowned Dan Abrahams

Dan Abrahams is a man who needs no introduction. A sport psychologist working alongside individuals, teams, coaches and organisations globally. He is known for his passion to de-mystify sport psychology and for creating simple to use performance techniques. He is the author of four best-selling sport psychology books and is the founder of both the Dan Abrahams Soccer Academy and The Sport Psych Show podcast. A former professional golfer and PGA qualified, Dan has a First Class Honours degree in Psychology and a Masters degree in Sport Psychology. He is registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC), meaning he is an accredited psychologist and bound by the HCPC’s code of conduct which emphasizes confidentiality, evidence of professional development, safe practice, and standards of proficiency. Dan joins us on the podcast for this very special episode that will undoubtably change the course for aspiring coaches everywhere. Dont take our word for it... “With his deep knowledge of sport psychology, Dan helps coaches understand the science behind high performance and the methods that underpin effective training” Eddie Howe, First Team Manager Newcastle United FC “Dan motivates players to incorporate mental skills into their routine. His methods are simple and effective“ Steve McClaren, Assistant Manager Manchester United Football Club Soccer Tough by world-renowned sport psychologist Dan Abrahams changed my life! The book explains how we all have the ability to perform when pressure is at its highest – you just need to unlock it! Gareth Bale, former player Wales and Real Madrid We are delighted to bring you yet another offering from the people shaping the future of the game and the industry in the hope it helps you on your journey. Enjoy...

S1 · E14

Dec 7, 2023

58:41

Episode 13: In Conversation with...Tom James "Life in the English Football League, a players perspective"

Tom James, professional footballer joins us on this bumper episode of the podcast. Tom has a dry, quick whit that makes him a compelling character. His enthusiasm and understanding allow him to offer insight that takes us well behind the curtain of life as a professional footballer. Tom offers so much on what aspiring coaches can do to best prepare for the big time. So much to love about this episode. You will also love the segments on "What footballers really want and dont want from their managers", the phone calls that literally change your life overnight and making sure you enjoy the good times in football when they do come. Tom opens up about winning promotion and conversely how hard it is to be told your not in the managers plans, you wont be able to take your ears of it, especially when that manager is the legendary Neil Warnock. All in all, this is what the podcast was started for. To bring real life insight to you, straight from those living it today. Tom's story is ultimately one of huge success as he has not only achieved a dream of literally millions of young people across the world by signing a professional contract and playing in the football league in England. But, also he remains there, evolving as he continues to grow year on year on the pitch. We are delighted to bring you this episode and hope it provides strength to anyone who wishes to work in football or follow in Tom's footsteps and play professional football.... "Dont be Afraid to Dream" Chris Coleman

S1 · E13

Dec 7, 2023

1:34:46

Episode 12: In Conversation with... Sean Nehas "Life in the NWSL dugout"

Sean Nehas - Head Coach North Carolina Courage. The Podcast moves into the National Womens Soccer League (NWSL) as we talk to one of the United states most elite coaches. Sean walks us through his coaching philosophy, his golden rules and life working day to day on the grass at the highest level of the domestic game here in the USA. A Big time episode and you will also feel how much he cares about learning and development and helping the next generation of coaches and those already working in the Womens game. Sean is a coach who has been there, done that and bought the T shirt and he shares all that with you today in the hope it gives you the strength you need for whatever your dealing with when you find us...

S1 · E12

Dec 7, 2023

1:20:51

Episode 11: In Conversation with... Anja Heiner-Møller "Modern trends and where the game is going"

Now this episode is special!! Anja Heiner-Møller, UEFA Pro Licence Coach and Former Danish International Player. Anja is one of the most impressive people we have met since starting this podcast. Her grace, knowledge, insight and indomitable spirit draw you in and you cant help but learn. I feel privileged to have been able to have been in her company for this episode. We talk everything from her current role as Danish u19 Womens Head Coach, gaining her UEFA Pro Licence, the game and what the current trends in football around Europe appear to be. If you dont know the name yet, you will hear about her in the future. Anja also tackles life in professional football as a mam. Her take on the life balance and "turning the volume up and down" at times is priceless and worth your time alone. She is exactly the reason we wanted to start this podcast to bring experts like her into your life so you may draw strength for your own journey. No need to say anymore...just kick back and enjoy, this is a special one...

S1 · E11

Dec 4, 2023

1:19:36

Episode 10: In Conversation with...Melanie Thomas "Barriers for female coaches in a male dominated game"

Melanie Thomas is a coach who has lived the life. Got the qualifications, walked the walk and got the T shirt. She has great insight and shares all her experience with us. In this episode we champion all things youth coaching. We challenge the status quo and hope to begin the national conversation about best practice and where we are going with youth soccer coaching in the USA. Melanie shines a light on her experience coaching soccer as a female and the situations she has found herself in with some male counterparts. This episode is a raw, eye opening real account of the barriers that still exist for female coaches and why we must continue to advocate, work for and offer opportunity to all marginalized groups of people who hope to enter the beautiful game. Doing things the "old way" may still be prominent for a lot of youth soccer coaching but no more will it be ignorant. We know so much more now about how young players learn and this episode makes no apologies for calling out some of the practice that dominates the national discourse. We have to consider the environments our young players are growing up in and if nothing else this episode serves as a benchmark to further discussion and improvement in the coming years. For female coaches wishing to begin or improve their coaching journey contact us today and we will explain how we at the ProPlayer have partnered with Coachbetter and the Football Association of Wales to help you get you started on the pathway to your UEFA badges - goughy2015@outlook.com

S1 · E10

Nov 30, 2023

1:04:25

Episode 9: In Conversation with...Chris Seargeant "The role of the #2 (Assistant Manager / Coach)"

"They will be dancing in the streets of total Network solutions Tonight” Jeff. Stelling - Sky sports Soccer Saturday https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CdfTvrZJvOs Chris Seargeant Assistant Manager & Head of Coaching, The New Saints - Welsh Premier Leauge“ This is a real life episode. Industrial football language has been bleeped out. However, we make no apologies because this is what it needs to be. A raw, authentic offering with amazing insight into the real world of devoting your life to the game we love. Chris Sargent lives, breathes and loves football. The good, the bad and the ugly of a life spent devoted to the game. In an "everything is always perfect" social media obsessed life “Sarge” opens the door for us all to a world of refreshing honesty including all the ups and downs, hitting rock bottom and bouncing back to the UEFA Champions Leauge. We take a deep dive into the Role of the “number 2” in the high performance team - this episode tackles it all, How to be the best support for the head coach / manager and the main thing, the smaller decisions you can take off the manager’s toes to help the ship sail better. Sarge talks to us about how you can potentially get a bit of a better “swell” for things as people will often open up to you about things better than they will the manager, especially in tough moments. He explains how often the assistant manager works in the shadows and to embrace that to be successful. His take on why you are rewarded as an assistant coach when the team is rewarded is a game changer for aspiring coaches. His advice on leadership and balancing structure, inspiration and ultimately owning what you do is a must listen for anyone and everyone in a leadership position. His advice on connection and respecting everyones subtleties as a coach is an art form in itself. Sarge, an expert at his craft, lays it bear for you to learn from his success and his own learning in the hope it helps you get closer to your dreams. This episode is as real as it gets, its a special one and we hope you can draw the strength you need from it when you need it...“Don’t chase it…live in your own authenticity!

S1 · E9

Nov 8, 2023

1:17:42

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