
The MAGIA Mindset with Shawn Alvari
Dissecting the mentality of elite individuals and understanding how they see and navigate the world.
Latest episodes

Nov 29, 2021 • 53min
The Growing Popularity and Benefits of Futsal | The MAGIA Mindset | EP 038 - Daniel Mattos
Shawn Alvari welcomes Daniel Mattos, Co-Founder and Executive Director of The Futsal Factory Academy and a member of the U.S. Futsal National Team, to discuss the growing popularity of futsal, the only form of indoor soccer endorsed by FIFA. They discuss the benefits of futsal to player development, how it compares to outdoor soccer, and where they see the game of futsal headed within our youth. The MAGIA Mindset: Dissecting the mentality of elite individuals and understanding how they see and navigate the world.
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Magia Futbol Academy -
http://magiafutbolacademy.com

May 17, 2021 • 34min
037 - Yael Averbuch - Evolution and Development in Women's Soccer
Shawn Alvari dives deep with Yael Averbuch into the evolution of the women's soccer game within the United States and the direction we are headed. They discuss the development cycle and how it will compliment all the success our US Women's National Soccer team has had.
The MAGIA Mindset: Dissecting the mentality of elite individuals and understanding how they see and navigate the world.
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Magia Futbol Academy -
http://magiafutbolacademy.com

Apr 19, 2021 • 57min
036 - Mostafa Tarek - Exposing Your Potential & Following Your Passion
Shawn Alvari speaks with Mostafa Tarek about his journey from being a player to an agent, fueled by his passion for the game. They dive into the process to exposing a player's potential and the business side behind the scenes.
The MAGIA Mindset: Dissecting the mentality of elite individuals and understanding how they see and navigate the world.
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Magia Futbol Academy -
http://magiafutbolacademy.com

Apr 5, 2021 • 53min
035 - Shay Haddow - Navigating Obstacles To Build Confidence & Empowerment
Shawn Alvari dives deep with Shay Haddow into her journey, navigating injuries and her subsequent battle with confidence issues. She speaks about the importance of navigating self-awareness, overcoming obstacles, and building a mindset that fuels empowerment. She also speaks about a coach's role in eliminating a player's mental blocks and encouraging mistakes so that they can go full-out, even if it means making mistakes in the process. The MAGIA Mindset: Dissecting the mentality of elite individuals and understanding how they see and navigate the world. Follow the journey! Magia Futbol Academy - http://magiafutbolacademy.com

Mar 22, 2021 • 52min
034 - Robbie Kiernan - Unsung Heroes & Team Spirit
Shawn Alvari dives deep with Robbie Kiernan into his journey from getting into the game, building a team environment and his strategy as a defender. They speak about different players that are game changers and the importance of what a player brings to the team overall.
Magia Futbol Academy -
http://magiafutbolacademy.com

Mar 15, 2021 • 1h 8min
033- Omid Namazi - Coaching Styles & System of Play
Shawn Alvari dives deep with Omid Namazi about the philosophy behind setting up coaching styles, system of play, and different formations. The MAGIA Mindset: Dissecting the mentality of elite individuals and understanding how they see and navigate the world.
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Magia Futbol Academy - http://magiafutbolacademy.com

Mar 8, 2021 • 59min
032 - Tracy Hamm - Player Identification & Finding The Right Fit
Shawn Alvari speaks with Tracy Hamm about the ins and outs of the recruitment process, player identification and finding the right program for players. Tracy dives into the key qualities to look for in players when recruiting and the importance of a player's mentality towards the grind.
The MAGIA Mindset: Dissecting the mentality of elite individuals and understanding how they see and navigate the world.
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Magia Futbol Academy -
http://magiafutbolacademy.com

Feb 22, 2021 • 1h 16min
031 - Raymond Verheijen - Maximizing & Maintaining Player Performance
Shawn Alvari dives deep with Raymond Verheijen into the meaning of futbol fitness, maximizing and maintaining player performance, and how to properly set up an off-season program to prevent injuries. They discuss the 3 definitions of futbol fitness and the philosophy behind it.
The MAGIA Mindset: Dissecting the mentality of elite individuals and understanding how they see and navigate the world.
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Magia Futbol Academy - http://magiafutbolacademy.com

Feb 8, 2021 • 1h 6min
030 - Antal Vergeer - Soccer Methodology, Periodization & Intentions
Shawn Alvari speaks with Antal Vergeer about educational philosophy, maximizing high performance, and aligning actions to reflect actions. He dives deep into methodology and the importance of the connection between training and the game.
The MAGIA Mindset: Dissecting the mentality of elite individuals and understanding how they see and navigate the world.
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Magia Futbol Academy - http://magiafutbolacademy.com

Jan 25, 2021 • 47min
029 - Mohsen Salimi Tari - Navigating Success in Sports Consulting
Shawn Alvari dives deep with Mohsen Salimi Tari into the sports consulting and agency world. They discuss the qualities agents look for when recruiting, their day to day lives, 3 priorities they have, and the mindset to succeed as an agent.
The MAGIA Mindset: Dissecting the mentality of elite individuals and understanding how they see and navigate the world.
Follow the journey!
Magia Futbol Academy -
http://magiafutbolacademy.com