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#ThePROJourney

206 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 18 ratings

The mission of #ThePROJourney Podcast is to educate soccer players, parents and their families about the PROCESS of becoming a PROFESSIONAL player.

#ThePROJourney is a 10-Year (+) player development adventure to reach the pinnacle of the sport domestically or internationally.

#ThePROJourney will challenge the status quo of the American Youth Soccer Landscape as we discuss, question and dive into the PROCESS needed to make the DREAM a reality.

#ThePROJourney is and will be a brutally honest podcast with nothing held back. Be prepared.

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Episodes

E65: Why Parents Should Not Be at Practice

September 29, 2021 14:05 - 10 minutes - 9.93 MB

We recently initiated a closed door policy for parents at training sessions and we believe this will ignite rapid growth.

Why Parents Should Not Be at Practice

September 29, 2021 14:05 - 9 minutes - 4.84 MB

We recently initiated a closed door policy for parents at training sessions and we believe this will ignite rapid growth.

E64: Doing This 1 Thing Means You’re Serious

September 14, 2021 19:08 - 9 minutes - 9.01 MB

Listen and learn to what the one thing is you need to be doing that shows you’re serious about your dream.

Doing This 1 Thing Means You’re Serious

September 14, 2021 19:08 - 9 minutes - 14.7 MB

Listen and learn to what the one thing is you need to be doing that shows you’re serious about your dream.

E63: The Winning Effect

September 14, 2021 19:07 - 9 minutes - 8.87 MB

In This episode I discuss with you how winning change the game for everybody or almost everybody at the youth level.

The Winning Effect

September 14, 2021 19:07 - 8 minutes - 14.1 MB

In This episode I discuss with you how winning change the game for everybody or almost everybody at the youth level.

E62: Does Individual Development End? If so, when?

September 01, 2021 17:40 - 10 minutes - 9.86 MB

Question that I get asked all the time. And if so when?

Does Individual Development End? If so, when?

September 01, 2021 17:40 - 9 minutes - 15.9 MB

Question that I get asked all the time. And if so when?

Does Individual End? If so, when?

September 01, 2021 17:40 - 9 minutes - 15.9 MB

Question that I get asked all the time. And if so when?

PARENTS! This is For You!

August 18, 2021 19:54 - 9 minutes - 15.2 MB

I’ve made a specific episode for parents to help them realize and understand their players performance. These are key indicators to think about when watching your child play.

E61: PARENTS! This is For You!

August 18, 2021 19:54 - 10 minutes - 9.5 MB

I’ve made a specific episode for parents to help them realize and understand their players performance. These are key indicators to think about when watching your child play.

E60: Youth Soccer is F*cked - Part 8

August 18, 2021 19:48 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MB

The lack of competition is impeding your player’s growth…. Challenges & setbacks develop winners.

Youth Soccer is F*cked - Part 8

August 18, 2021 19:48 - 10 minutes - 17.3 MB

The lack of competition is impeding your player’s growth…. Challenges & setbacks develop winners.

Youth Soccer is F*cked - Part 7

April 08, 2021 19:54 - 9 minutes - 14.9 MB

The United States failed again to qualify for the Olympics. This is a tournament design for under 23 players, and for the third time in a row, we didn’t make it. Should we be concerned? Listen & find out.

E59: Youth Soccer is F*cked - Part 7

April 08, 2021 19:54 - 9 minutes - 9.13 MB

The United States failed again to qualify for the Olympics. This is a tournament design for under 23 players, and for the third time in a row, we didn’t make it. Should we be concerned? Listen & find out.

#ProspectsFirstTeam

March 24, 2021 18:49 - 11 minutes - 18.2 MB

High Soccer prospects competed in the NSL, which is division 4 In US soccer’s Adult landscape. It is the equivalent level to college soccer. 7 HSP academy players started in this game out of the 11.

E58: #ProspectsFirstTeam

March 24, 2021 18:49 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MB

High Soccer prospects competed in the NSL, which is division 4 In US soccer’s Adult landscape. It is the equivalent level to college soccer. 7 HSP academy players started in this game out of the 11.

100 Game Theory

March 09, 2021 22:05 - 12 minutes - 19.9 MB

The 100 Game Theory is game changing, But at the same time it’s not as simple as you think.

E57: 100 Game Theory

March 09, 2021 22:05 - 12 minutes - 12 MB

The 100 Game Theory is game changing, But at the same time it’s not as simple as you think.

E56 - Youth Soccer is F*cked - Part 5

March 09, 2021 21:44 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MB

In this episode Coach Kyle dives into a few aspects in regards to private training. This is a must listen to for anybody who wants to be a high-level players.

Youth Soccer is F*cked - Part 5

March 09, 2021 21:44 - 11 minutes - 18.5 MB

In this episode Coach Kyle dives into a few aspects in regards to private training. This is a must listen to for anybody who wants to be a high-level players.

Youth Soccer is F*cked Part 4 (Explicit)

January 28, 2021 20:05 - 18 minutes - 29.7 MB

The episode about players and the problem with PRIVILEGE!

E55 - Youth Soccer is F*cked Part 4 (Explicit)

January 28, 2021 20:05 - 18 minutes - 17.5 MB

The episode about players and the problem with PRIVILEGE!

E54 - Youth Soccer is F*cked - Part 3 (Explicit)

January 28, 2021 19:58 - 20 minutes - 19.4 MB

You're Being LIED too.

Youth Soccer is F*cked - Part 3 (Explicit)

January 28, 2021 19:58 - 20 minutes - 24.5 MB

You're Being LIED too.

Youth Socer is F*cked - Part 2 (Explicit)

December 15, 2020 22:35 - 20 minutes - 24.1 MB

Part 2 of Youth Soccer is F*cked.  The middle-class sport. Soccer.

E53 - Youth Socer is F*cked - Part 2 (Explicit)

December 15, 2020 22:35 - 20 minutes - 19.3 MB

Part 2 of Youth Soccer is F*cked.  The middle-class sport. Soccer.

E52: Youth Socer is F*cked - Part 1 (Explicit)

December 04, 2020 12:00 - 17 minutes - 16.5 MB

Part 1 - of Youth Soccer is F*cked. Listen and understand why I am things need to change.

Youth Socer is F*cked - Part 1 (Explicit)

December 04, 2020 12:00 - 16 minutes - 19.5 MB

Part 1 - of Youth Soccer is F*cked. Listen and understand why I am things need to change.

E-51: Why You've Been Cut From A Tryout/Trial

November 18, 2020 18:32 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MB

Have you ever been cut from a tryout or a trial? If yes, then do you know why? Here's my take.

Why You've Been Cut From A Tryout/Trial

November 18, 2020 18:32 - 11 minutes - 14.1 MB

Have you ever been cut from a tryout or a trial? If yes, then do you know why? Here's my take.

Episode 50 - Nice Guys Don't Win

October 23, 2020 18:57 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MB

Learning from some of the best in the business... Like Jose Mourinho, Nice guys Don't Win. Learn about the Evolution of Competitive Drive.

Episode 49 - My Club's Dilemma

October 21, 2020 16:10 - 15 minutes - 14 MB

Every single club has two decisions they need to make. We have the same. Welcome to operating a business.... Sorry a 'Soccer Club'.

Episode 48 - The Youth Development Roadmap

October 21, 2020 16:08 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MB

You have asked.  I have your answers in under 20 minutes. What I would do if I had a child starting at 6 years old and has the dream of wanting to be a PRO. TWO (2) MILLION TOUCHES BY ??? Listen and found out.

Episode 47 - What I would Do If I was 15, 16 or 17 Years Old

September 28, 2020 17:27 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MB

I've already been in your shoes. Between the ages of 15-17, this is the path I wished I took... If I was still in the United States.

Episode 46 - The Bronze Bracket Win

September 28, 2020 17:24 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MB

What do you celebrate? Bronze? Silver? Gold? Let's set a new precedent. Gold ONLY.

Special Episode - Interview with Zac Coppin

September 24, 2020 21:14 - 21 minutes - 20.2 MB

Listen to 17 Year Old Zac Coppin tell his story of playing UPSL and going through the first steps of adult level football.

Episode 45 - The (3) Michael Jordan Example

August 27, 2020 11:35 - 20 minutes - 19 MB

I just finished watching The Last Dance - The documentary on Michael Jordan. Three key takeaways:  1) He got cut from his High School Varsity basketball team as a SOPHMORE 2) The WIN at ALL COST mentality 3) It doesn't matter how good you are at 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 or 14 years old

Episode 44 - Different Divisions of Leagues and Tournaments... What Does it Mean?

August 07, 2020 11:00 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MB

Have you ever wondered what the SILVER bracket represented at a specific tournament? Or What Division 3 meant in your league? This is your PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT regarding Tournament and League brackets. 

Episode 43 - Why Rejection is Actually Good

August 03, 2020 11:00 - 15 minutes - 14.7 MB

Most players FEAR rejection. Does it suck to be rejected? Absolutely. But if you use rejection the right way, it can be a POWERFUL tool to help you develop your mental skills. Learn how.

Episode 42 - What Are You (Players) Willing To Give Up To Be Good?

July 24, 2020 11:00 - 15 minutes - 14.7 MB

PLAYERS! LISTEN UP. My question for you is WHAT ARE YOU WILLING TO GIVE UP TO BE GOOD? Listen and understand why. Download the FUTURE PRO PLAYER CHECKLIST 

Episode 41 - 106 Technical Elements to Master

July 20, 2020 11:00 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MB

Croatia is known as a leader in WORLD CLASS Player Development. What's the secret? Technical Development. Learn how much players need to learn by 13 years old... Then make sure to get the FUTURE PRO PLAYER CHECKLIST. Completely free with even videos to help you learn different exercises and ideas to perform.

Episode 40 - What's The Difference Between Footwork, Dribbling and Running With The Ball

July 17, 2020 04:00 - 14 minutes - 13.9 MB

This episode is one that I have wanted to do for a long-while especially due to the COVID-19 quarantine where lots of players spent time working on 'FOOTWORK'. I break down what is Footwork, Dribbling, and Running With The Ball as I have seen much confusion across the board. Listen and let me know what you think. Get YOUR FUTURE PRO PLAYER CHECKLIST here.

Episode 39 - Everyone Wants an 'ELITE' Team...

July 13, 2020 11:00 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MB

But nobody wants to take the 'TIME' to DEVELOP a team. Have you ever thought about how long it takes to develop an 'ELITE' Player? It doesn't happen overnight. In fact, Rich Wilkerson said the following, " When you grow, it feels SLOW". That is because doing the RIGHT THING takes YEARS to develop and doesn't happen tomorrow.

Episode 37 - The 3 Mental Traits You Need

July 10, 2020 11:00 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MB

In this episode, I discuss with you the three mental traits you need to have to make your dream a reality:  1) Love The Game ---- 2) Love to Play ---- 3) Love to Train ---- If you want to play at the highest level or even the college level. These three traits are GAME CHANGING! Listen to find out why. 

Episode 38 - Think You're Ready For The Elite Level?

July 07, 2020 13:58 - 19 minutes - 22.8 MB

Get your hands on the 'I AM READY FOR THE PRO ACADEMY LEVEL' checklist here... Think you're ready for the Elite Level? You're not until you can CHECK OFF everything on the checklist and UNDERSTAND the concept from the podcast episode.  The checklist will be sent to you on DAY #2. In an email called, 'I am READY' Checklist.

Episode 36 - Why I'm QUITTING Soccer

July 06, 2020 13:13 - 20 minutes - 19 MB

Futsal is the greatest developmental tool for young players - Look at a culture like Brazil. Many Brazilian players play futsal until 14 years old and we all wonder why they are some of the most skilled and intelligent players in the world. Florida Prospects will train young players between the ages of U8 to U12 in futsal. Everything from the game of futsal is transferrable to soccer. Just listen to the episode to feel the passion and how this game will change the development process of play...

Episode 35 - Winning at all Cost vs Competitive Mindset

June 29, 2020 11:00 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MB

In this episode, I discuss with you the MAIN differences between the 'WINNING at all COST' mindset against a COMPETITIVE mindset in youth soccer. Which is a better option for young players? Listen to Coach Kyle's perspective.

Episode 34 - Futsal isn't Soccer - But Here's Why You Need to Play

June 22, 2020 11:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MB

Futsal (in my opinion) is the greatest TRAINING tool for player development in soccer. I give 6 reasons why futsal is a player developer accelerator when done the right way. Listen and stay tuned!  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrvn21fgYhg&t=2660s (Watch PRO FUTSAL in BELGIUM) Get the Future PRO Player Checklist Get access to the FREE (for a LIMITED TIME) College Recruiting Course 

Episode 32 - Only In America: Why You Need Private Training

June 19, 2020 11:00 - 19 minutes - 18 MB

Ah.... in this episode I will even take a knock at my OWN programming because I have been in this BUSINESS a long time of offering private/small group training. But to be honest with you, clubs in South America and Europe develop players, it's almost illegal (it's not really, but clubs don't allow it) for their coaches to offer private training. It doesn't happen.  Get the Future PRO Player Checklist https://www.signnowsports.com/myprodream Get access to the FREE (for a LIMITED TIME) Coll...