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Deeper detail into the player development position and field.
Head Coaches Guide to Player Development eBook
In preparing for this series, I had the thought of “Hey. let me create an actual guide as well.” Well, the guide is HERE. This blog is here to share with you what to expect from the actual guide.
The goal of this guide it to:
A. Define player development
B. Explain the impact player development can have on a program
C. Give advice on three different situations a head coach may experience in staffing this role
D. Give a reflection of what the player development department wants the head coach to know
Player Development Pod Season Two Review
Season Two of The Player Development Pod is complete. Season Two was a massive success because of the guests who came on the show. I would first like to thank them for taking the time to come on and share with us their experiences, expertise and passion for this space. Thank you Lamonte Winston, Dr. Lacee’ Carmon-Johnson, Tony Hull, Chris Smith, Darien Harris, Alexander Martin, Tobruk Blaine, Syndric Steptoe, Tony Washington Jr, Ashley Goodman, James Sherman, Andre Sims Jr, Dr. Lori Robinson and Gus Felder.
The Player Development Conference
THE PLAYER DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE!!!
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Let’s go! If you’re reading this you may know that last week I announced that I will be hosting a Player Development Conference. (If you didn’t hear go listen here: https://youtu.be/mJMyClA37v8) This is something that has been on my mind for about three years now.
Gus Felder - 3 Takeaways
Creating and producing the Player Development Pod has been a great joy for me. I spoke in detail about this in a blog post. (https://www.btfprogram.com/blog/10k-plays-what-ive-learned-about-podcasting)
Season One’s purpose was to provide education and insight into the player development profession. Season Two’s purpose was to highlight those who do the work in the player development space. There are many different titles these guests hold, but the common denominator is they all help enhance the lives of athletes.
Dr. Lori Robinson - 3 Takeaways
Creating and producing the Player Development Pod has been a great joy for me. I spoke in detail about this in a blog post. (https://www.btfprogram.com/blog/10k-plays-what-ive-learned-about-podcasting)
Season One’s purpose was to provide education and insight into the player development profession. Season Two’s purpose was to highlight those who do the work in the player development space. There are many different titles these guests hold, but the common denominator is they all help enhance the lives of athletes.
Andre Sims Jr - 3 Takeaways
Creating and producing the Player Development Pod has been a great joy for me. I spoke in detail about this in a blog post. (https://www.btfprogram.com/blog/10k-plays-what-ive-learned-about-podcasting)
Season One’s purpose was to provide education and insight into the player development profession. Season Two’s purpose was to highlight those who do the work in the player development space. There are many different titles these guests hold, but the common denominator is they all help enhance the lives of athletes.
James Sherman - 3 Takeaways
Season One’s purpose was to provide education and insight into the player development profession. Season Two’s purpose was to highlight those who do the work in the player development space. There are many different titles these guests hold, but the common denominator is they all help enhance the lives of athletes.
Tony Washington Jr - 3 Takeaways
Season One’s purpose was to provide education and insight into the player development profession. Season Two’s purpose was to highlight those who do the work in the player development space. There are many different titles these guests hold, but the common denominator is they all help enhance the lives of athletes.
Ashley Goodman - 3 Takeaways
Season One’s purpose was to provide education and insight into the player development profession. Season Two’s purpose was to highlight those who do the work in the player development space. There are many different titles these guests hold, but the common denominator is they all help enhance the lives of athletes.
Syndric Steptoe - 3 Takeaways
Season One’s purpose was to provide education and insight into the player development profession. Season Two’s purpose was to highlight those who do the work in the player development space. There are many different titles these guests hold, but the common denominator is they all help enhance the lives of athletes.
Tobruk Blaine - 3 Takeaways
Season One’s purpose was to provide education and insight into the player development profession. Season Two’s purpose was to highlight those who do the work in the player development space. There are many different titles these guests hold, but the common denominator is they all help enhance the lives of athletes.
Alexander Martin - 3 Takeaways
Season One’s purpose was to provide education and insight into the player development profession. Season Two’s purpose was to highlight those who do the work in the player development space. There are many different titles these guests hold, but the common denominator is they all help enhance the lives of athletes.
Darien Harris - 3 Takeaways
Season One’s purpose was to provide education and insight into the player development profession. Season Two’s purpose was to highlight those who do the work in the player development space. There are many different titles these guests hold, but the common denominator is they all help enhance the lives of athletes.
Chris Smith - 3 Takeaways
Season One’s purpose was to provide education and insight into the player development profession. Season Two’s purpose was to highlight those who do the work in the player development space. There are many different titles these guests hold, but the common denominator is they all help enhance the lives of athletes.
Tony Hull - 3 Takeaways
Season One’s purpose was to provide education and insight into the player development profession. Season Two’s purpose was to highlight those who do the work in the player development space. There are many different titles these guests hold, but the common denominator is they all help enhance the lives of athletes.
Dr. Lacee’ Carmon-Johnson - 3 Takeaways
Season One’s purpose was to provide education and insight into the player development profession. Season Two’s purpose was to highlight those who do the work in the player development space. There are many different titles these guests hold, but the common denominator is they all help enhance the lives of athletes.
Lamonte Winston - 3 Takeaways
Season One’s purpose was to provide education and insight into the player development profession. Season Two’s purpose was to highlight those who do the work in the player development space. There are many different titles these guests hold, but the common denominator is they all help enhance the lives of athletes.
10K Plays - What I Learned About Podcasting
I reached out to the podcast mentor himself, Jonathan Jones. He put me through elite education and training to have create and produce a successful podcast, one that impacts many. I was nervous at first and wondered if anyone would listen. Would anyone support me? I was BLOWN away by the support given to me in a time I needed it the most. Now, TEN THOUSAND (10K) plays later I wanted to take time to reflect on my first seasons of podcasting.
Here are the three takeaways I have from my first two seasons of podcasting:
The PD Pod - Behind The Pause
The Player Development Pod is pressing pause for the moment. This blog will take you deeper in to the decision to pause.
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