Modern Soccer Coach Podcast

Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor and Lindsay Vera to review the weekend games and discuss what teams are best placed to make a playoff push as the NWSL season heats up!

Gary is joined by coach, author and tactical analyst, Jed Davies, to discuss his coaching philosophy, how he personally analyzes games, his thoughts on Bielsa coming to England, why Raymond Verheijen courses have helped him so much, and plenty more. This is a new series of 'soccer culture' podcasts and is brought to you by WorldStrides Excel.

Gary is joined by global youth development expert, Tom Byer, to discuss his philosophy on parents playing the most important role in youth development rather than coaches, how he found innovative ways to communicate his vision in Japan, why it takes ten years for a football culture to embed, and much more. This is a new series of 'culture' podcasts and is brought to you by WorldStrides Excel.

Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games. He also has an exclusive in-depth interview with Mal Pugh (32:38), who discusses her experience growing up in the game, he challenges of being a young pro, what type of coaching she feels she needs, and much more!

Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games. He also has an exclusive in-depth interview with Erwin van Bennekom(51:28), who discusses his experience with Sky Blue, developing players at Duke University, why teams who have lower possession percentages win so many games, and much more.

Gary talks new Glasgow Rangers assistant coach, Michael Beale, about player development and a host of topics related to coaching. Mick's work as former Liverpool and Chelsea academy coach and unique experience in Brazil as assistant coach at Sao Paulo, has exposed him to some of the greatest coaches and young talents in the world today. What makes them special and how can we produce more of them?

Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games. He also has an exclusive in-depth interview with Yael Averbuch(50:21), who discusses her experience of being a top player in the league, playing at the national team level, and her player development app 'Technē Futbol'.

Gary is joined by former England, Crystal Palace, Spurs, and MK Dons youth coach Dan Micciche. Credited with the development of England midfielder, Dele Alli, and one of the most forward thinking coaches in the game, Dan describes where his football and coaching philosophy came from, how he helped change England's tactical identity at youth level, and why he brought a 'ball striking coach' into his staff when he was recently first team manager at MK Dons.

Gary talks to a group of coaches with an incredible range of experiences and views on the game. Craig Harrington (former Turks & Caicos Head Coach), Erwin van Bennekom (Duke Women's Soccer Coach), Jose Maria Bakero (Barcelona and Spain player) and Dan Micchiche (England U-16 Coach) discuss how they would prepare their team, choose their staffs, prevent boredom, and tell us what to expect from the tournament tactically.

Gary chats to former professional player Kevin George about his experiences as a player, moving into performance psychology and the release of his new book 'Soccology - Inside the Hearts and Minds of the Professionals on the Pitch', which is out now on Amazon.

Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games in the NWSL.

Gary catches up with highly acclaimed Wall Street Journal writer Sam Walker and talk about his phenomenal book, 'The Captain Class'. It was named one of the best business books of the year by CNBC, The New York Times, Forbes, strategy+business, The Globe and Mail, and Sports Illustrated. Sam challenges coaches to re-evaluate how they define leadership in their team and provides helpful strategies for coaches to implement at all levels.

Gary catches up with Seattle Reign and Wales captain, Jess Fishlock. She discusses how she taught herself the game, rebuilding her game in Holland, the best coach she ever had and why, and the challenges today's players face with pressure and social media.

Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games. He also has Part II of an in-depth interview with Anthony DiCicco(45:17), who discusses the financial side of the women's professional game.

Gary is joined by Northern Ireland legend Aaron Hughes. He's played over 400 Premier League games and 110 games for his country, making his debut for Newcastle United at the Nou Camp in 1997... and is still going strong. Aaron talks about life at Newcastle, what he learnt from Sir Bobby Robson, the importance of older players, how much he enjoyed playing for Roy Hodgson, the impact social media has had on the game, and much, much more.

Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games. He also has an in-depth interview with Anthony DiCicco(45:17), who discusses his insight into the women's game, the legacy of his father Tony, and the impact of SoccerPlus and goalkeeping at all levels.

Gary catches up with Motherwell defender Andy Rose on the week of their Scottish Cup Final battle with Celtic. Gary discusses the preparation for the game, as well as Andy's path from Bristol City Academy to UCLA, to MLS and back to professional leagues in England and Scotland. Andy also talks about the role of his father-in-law, Bob Bradley, and his early development as a coach.

Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games. He also has an in-depth interview with former Seattle Reign and Mexico national team player, and current CSUN assistant coach, Jenny Ruiz(45:10), who discusses her experience with the Reign, playing under Laura Harvey, and the challenges of balancing club and country responsibilities.

John Robertson asks Gary how he structures his day and manages his full-time coaching responsibilities with providing content for the coaching community, his own development and his family.

Clifton Bush is joined by Sierra Taylor to review the weekend games. He also has an in-depth interview with Seattle Reign staff member Troy McKerrell (43:50), who discusses his role as Opposition Analysis Scout and how video can benefit both players and coaches at every level.