The Player Development Project Podcast
The Player Development Project Podcast
Podcast Description
Presented by Player Development Project PDX
Unlock the art and science of developing soccer players. Hosted by coaches and player development experts, The Player Development Project Podcast dives deep into the philosophies, practices, and stories that shape the modern soccer landscape.
Each episode features insights on player behavior, training methodology, positional development, talent identification and more. Join us as we challenge outdated norms and inspire a new generation of soccer development.
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Content Themes
The show focuses on key topics such as player-centered coaching, training methodologies, talent identification, and the structures needed for effective player development. For instance, the inaugural episode delves into creating a player-centered environment that encourages young athletes to take ownership of their development and decision-making.
Presented by Player Development Project PDX
Unlock the art and science of developing soccer players. Hosted by coaches and player development experts, The Player Development Project Podcast dives deep into the philosophies, practices, and stories that shape the modern soccer landscape.
Each episode features insights on player behavior, training methodology, positional development, talent identification and more. Join us as we challenge outdated norms and inspire a new generation of soccer development.
In this episode of the Player Development Project Podcast, hosts Angelo Sabblah (@PDProjectSoccer) and Johnny Cardello dive into one of youth soccer’s most nuanced debates: Should players be molded to fit a predetermined system, or should the system evolve to match the players available?
Drawing from coaching experience, tactical research, and the realities of youth environments, they explore:
How professional clubs like Man City and Barcelona scout for system-fit players, vs. the adaptability required at the youth level.
The importance of flexible frameworks over rigid formations.
How tactical pliability can support player development across multiple playing styles and systems.
Whether club-wide football ”DNA” helps or hinders learning.
The role of curriculum-based coaching in building long-term, adaptable footballers.
From Pep Guardiola’s tactical evolution to challenges with high school conflicts and club facilities, this episode is packed with insights on shaping your coaching philosophy.
📌 Whether you’re coaching at the grassroots or elite level, this one’s for anyone balancing identity, adaptability, and development.
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