Modern Soccer Coach Podcast Building a Scouting Report & Player Recruitment with Darren Rhodes
Dec 15, 2023
Lead Academy Scout at Preston North End FC, Darren Rhodes, discusses building scouting reports, balancing subjective and objective information, talent identification at youth level, and the impact of technology on player recruitment in football. He also explores the educational aspect of football analysis, emphasizing the value of formal education in enhancing scouting strategies.
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Information is Key
- Include as much information as possible in opposition reports.
- The reader can then decide which parts are most relevant to them.
Value of Text
- Text in scouting reports has value because it engages the reader and provides context.
- Visuals alone may be glanced over, while text requires more active engagement.
Precise Language
- Avoid generalizations in scouting reports; use precise language.
- Instead of saying a player is "excellent," describe specific actions observed.