

The Coaches Network Podcast
Coach Yas
🎙️ Welcome to The Coaches Network Podcast — your go-to destination for expert insight, real conversations, and practical strategies to elevate your coaching game.Hosted by CoachYas, a leading voice in coach and athlete development and currently completing a Professional Doctorate with a research focus on Coach Development, each episode brings you powerful interviews and rich discussions with some of the biggest names in sport — from Shaquille O’Neal and Jack Wilshere to Sol Campbell and beyond. Tune in every Friday ffor exclusive stories, lessons learned, and actionable takeaways that will challenge and inspire you as a coach, leader, and lifelong learner.🚀 Unlock even more value with The Coaches Network Patreon — for just £3.50/month, you’ll gain exclusive access to bonus content, early episode releases, and members-only discussions. It's the ultimate resource for driven coaches ready to level up.🎓 Looking to invest in your continued growth? Check out our Coach Education Webinars and Mentor Programmes, crafted to provide you with the tools, frameworks, and guidance to succeed in any coaching context. For enquiries about coach development support, contact info@thecoachesnetwork.co.ukSubscribe now on your favourite podcast platform, follow us on social media, and be part of a vibrant, like-minded community focused on coach development, athlete performance, and personal growth.📲 #TheCoachesNetworkPodcast #CoachDevelopment #AthleteDevelopment #TalentDevelopment #SportsCoaching #GrowthMindset #FootballCoaching #JoinTheJourneyCoach Yas - Instagram - X - LinkedIn - Facebook - Patreon - Podcast
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Dec 17, 2021 • 1h 8min
What's going on up there with Sally Needham (Sheffield United)
Episode #142 of The Coaches Network Podcast.The guest for this episode is Sally Needham. Sally is a Coach, Coach Developer & Consultant with a passion for psychological & social development of youth athletes and currently leads on a neuroscience programme with Sheffield United FC. Sally joins CoachYas to discussChild DevelopmentHow Neuroscience can help give a different lens on the psychological and social aspects of coachingUsing structure, practice and the role of a coach to maximise development within youth athletes.Plus more.Enjoy!The Coaches Network is proud to formally reveal our very first Patreon membership. This membership consists of monthly donations with a price worth as much as a cup of coffee! Only £3.50 per month! What benefits will there be you say? If you sign up for this membership, you will have early access to The Coaches Network’s official upcoming episodes. Sign up for our monthly donations with the following link:https://www.patreon.com/thecoachesnetworkSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-coaches-network-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dec 10, 2021 • 58min
Insights with Rob Carlisle (Blackburn Rovers)
Episode #141 of The Coaches Network Podcast.The guest for this episode is Rob Carlisle. Rob is currently a Youth Development Phase Coach with Blackburn Rover, alongside a role as Senior Lecturer with UCFB Etihad. Rob joins CoachYas to discuss his journey over 15+ years as a coach and coach developer with elite youth players within the EPPP. Enjoy!The Coaches Network is proud to formally reveal our very first Patreon membership. This membership consists of monthly donations with a price worth as much as a cup of coffee! Only £3.50 per month! What benefits will there be you say? If you sign up for this membership, you will have early access to The Coaches Network’s official upcoming episodes. Sign up for our monthly donations with the following link:https://www.patreon.com/thecoachesnetworkSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-coaches-network-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dec 3, 2021 • 1h 15min
Insights with Warren Hackett (The FA)
Episode #140 of The Coaches Network Podcast.The guest for this episode is Warren Hackett. Warren is currently a National Coach Developer at the FA having previously played professionally in the English Football League alongside representing St Lucia on the international stage. Warren joins CoachYas to discuss his journey over 20+ years as a coach and coach developer with elite youth players. Enjoy!The Coaches Network is proud to formally reveal our very first Patreon membership. This membership consists of monthly donations with a price worth as much as a cup of coffee! Only £3.50 per month! What benefits will there be you say? If you sign up for this membership, you will have early access to The Coaches Network’s official upcoming episodes. Sign up for our monthly donations with the following link:https://www.patreon.com/thecoachesnetworkSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-coaches-network-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nov 26, 2021 • 1h 11min
Small Sided Games with Peter Prickett
Episode #139 of The Coaches Network Podcast.The guest for this episode is Peter Prickett.Peter is an FA affiliate tutor with a decade of experience coaching with various organisations. He was one of the first coaches in England to obtain the UEFA B Futsal qualification. Peter also possesses Masters in Performance Football Coaching and is the author of ‘3v3 soccer drills and principles of play. Peter joins CoachYas to discuss his journey over 10+ years as a coach and coach developer with a passion for small sided games. Enjoy!The Coaches Network is proud to formally our very first Patreon membership. This membership consists of monthly donations with a price worth as much as a cup of coffee! Only £3.50 per month! What benefits will there be you say? If you sign up for this membership, you will have early access to The Coaches Network’s official upcoming episodes. Sign up for our monthly donations with the following link:https://www.patreon.com/thecoachesnetworkSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-coaches-network-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nov 19, 2021 • 1h 30min
Changing Your Mental State with Peter Gilmour
Episode #138 of The Coaches Network Podcast.The guest for this episode is Peter Gilmour. Peter Gilmour is a highly experienced Hypnotherapist and Mental Coach. In addition to his general practice Peter is a leading UK Sports Mental Coach and well known for his motivational work in the area of sports mental strength.Peter joins CoachYas to discuss a range of methods that can be used to optimise your mind for high performance. Enjoy!The Coaches Network is proud to formally reveal our very first Patreon membership. This membership consists of monthly donations with a price worth as much as a cup of coffee! Only £3.50 per month! What benefits will there be you say? If you sign up for this membership, you will have early access to The Coaches Network’s official upcoming episodes. Sign up for our monthly donations with the following link:https://www.patreon.com/thecoachesnetworkSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-coaches-network-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nov 12, 2021 • 1h 4min
Insights with Paul Barry (Crystal Palace FC)
Episode #137 of The Coaches Network Podcast.The guest for this episode is Paul Barry. Paul is an author and elite youth coach that is currently working as the assistant head of coaching in the Foundation Phase for Crystal Palace FC having previously held roles with Arsenal, Southend Untied & Watford FC. Paul joins CoachYas to discuss his journey over 15+ years as a coach elite youth players. Enjoy!The Coaches Network is proud to formally reveal our very first Patreon membership. This membership consists of monthly donations with a price worth as much as a cup of coffee! Only £3.50 per month! What benefits will there be you say? If you sign up for this membership, you will have early access to The Coaches Network’s official upcoming episodes. Sign up for our monthly donations with the following link:https://www.patreon.com/thecoachesnetworkSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-coaches-network-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nov 5, 2021 • 37min
Insights with Jess Ibrom (Football Federation Samoa)
Episode #136 of The Coaches Network Podcast.The guest for this episode is Jess Ibrom. Jess is currently the Technical Director at the Samoan Football Federation. Jess joins CoachYas to discuss his journey over 20+ years which has seen him operate as a coach, coach developer and now a Technical Director globally across several continents, Enjoy!The Coaches Network is proud to formally reveal our very first Patreon membership. This membership consists of monthly donations with a price worth as much as a cup of coffee! Only £3.50 per month! What benefits will there be you say? If you sign up for this membership, you will have early access to The Coaches Network’s official upcoming episodes. Sign up for our monthly donations with the following link:https://www.patreon.com/thecoachesnetworkSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-coaches-network-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Oct 28, 2021 • 39min
In The Mind with Jeremy Snape (Sporting Edge)
Episode #135 of The Coaches Network Podcast.The guest for this episode is Jeremy Snape. Jeremy has the combined experience of being a successful International cricketer and coach, providing innovative performance ideas for teams and leaders. He has the ability to draw upon real life examples from his playing and coaching career which are underpinned by his Master's Degree in Sport Psychology. Jeremy has worked with some very successful corporate clients delivering team culture, leadership and executive coaching programmes. On the sporting front Jeremy has held roles as Performance Coach to the South African Cricket Team as well as Shane Warne's victorious Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League. Jeremy supported Alan Pardew at Crystal Palace and was part of the coaching team when they reached the FA Cup Final in 2016, and also supported England Rugby under Eddie Jones during their record 18 wins in a row. Jeremy has rapidly become one of the most recognised names in sport psychology, offering key insights to national newspapers, Sky Sports and BBC Radio 5 Live. In 2013 Jeremy joined the LMA as a Non-Executive Director to support their leadership and management programmes. Jeremy's unique expertise and ability to make sense of complex areas of performance is now yours to share. He is available as a keynote speaker across the globe. Jeremy joins CoachYas to discuss his journey into the world of performance psychology, the importance of such and how you could apply some of the principles in your practice. Enjoy!The Coaches Network is proud to formally reveal our very first Patreon membership. This membership consists of monthly donations with a price worth as much as a cup of coffee! Only £3.50 per month! What benefits will there be you say? If you sign up for this membership, you will have early access to The Coaches Network’s official upcoming episodes. Sign up for our monthly donations with the following link:https://www.patreon.com/thecoachesnetworkSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-coaches-network-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Oct 21, 2021 • 42min
Player Care with Hugo Scheckter (Player Care Group)
Episode #134 of The Coaches Network Podcast.The guest for this episode is Hugo Scheckter. Hugo is the former Head of Player Care for West Ham United FC and is now the founder of The Player Care Group, who specialise in supporting Elite athletes through consultancy, recruitment and education. Hugo joins CoachYas to discuss his journey into the world of player care, the importance of such and how you could do the same. Enjoy!The Coaches Network is proud to formally reveal our very first Patreon membership. This membership consists of monthly donations with a price worth as much as a cup of coffee! Only £3.50 per month! What benefits will there be you say? If you sign up for this membership, you will have early access to The Coaches Network’s official upcoming episodes. Sign up for our monthly donations with the following link:https://www.patreon.com/thecoachesnetworkSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-coaches-network-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Oct 14, 2021 • 55min
Insights with Gerard Jones
Episode #133 of The Coaches Network Podcast.The guest for this episode is Gerard Jones. Gerard is an experience coach and coach educator. Having previously held roles with Bristol Rovers and even the Royal Moroccan Football Federation. Gerard joins CoachYas to discuss a journey that has taken him around the world, including stints in the U.S, Italy and more recently Morocco just to name a few. Enjoy!The Coaches Network is proud to formally reveal our very first Patreon membership. This membership consists of monthly donations with a price worth as much as a cup of coffee! Only £3.50 per month! What benefits will there be you say? If you sign up for this membership, you will have early access to The Coaches Network’s official upcoming episodes. Sign up for our monthly donations with the following link:https://www.patreon.com/thecoachesnetworkSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-coaches-network-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy


