In Episode 181, we are giving you an annual dose of one of our favorite interviews of all time, going back to our conversation with Graham Daniels, Ph.D., Director of Cambridge United, Director of Christians in Sport, and former player for Cambridge United and Cardiff City. He talked with us about the "Pray, Play, Say" discipleship/leadership method, his personal why, his incredible testimony of how he came to his faith in Jesus Christ and how one pivotal moment changed the course of his life forever, the critical importance of a Christian identity in elite football, achieved vs. received identity, Service vs. Survival, humility, and a leader who he respects deeply. Specifically, Graham discusses:

·      His personal story, including how he grew his passion for football, coaching, ministry, and leadership, and how he got to be where he is today

·      An incredible story about how he came to his Christian faith, despite one of the "worst evangelists" of all time

·      His personal why/mission statement and how he is living it out

·      Achieved identity vs. Received identity - Identity formation and his Ph.D. thesis on the necessity of Christian identity in dealing with performance requirements of elite football

·      Three things that provide a framework for ministry in sports

·      Safe to serve, not scared and surviving

·      A defining moment in his life and how it impacted his development

·      A leader that sticks out above the rest to him (A Premier League Manager that may surprise you)

·      How he has used lessons learned from sports in his marriage and parenting

·      His recommendations

Resources and Links from this Episode

·      Uncut Video of the Episode

·      HSEL Facebook Group

·      Warrior Way Soccer

·      Coaching the Bigger Game Program

·      Phil's email for DISC Training

·      Humility, by Andrew Murray

·      Ted Lasso (Apple TV+)

In Episode 180, Rick McKinley, Missionary Athletes International's (MAI) Director of Int'l Tours. Shares with Phil and Paul his extensive journey through sports, including impactful stories from his days as an athlete, coach, and missionary. He discusses his commitment to integrating faith and soccer, describing significant moments that shaped his understanding of the Gospel and relying on God's strength. Key highlights include Rick's impactful moments on mission trips, the importance of aligning personal identity with God rather than performance, and his efforts in training coaches globally to incorporate gospel-centered principles in their coaching methods. The episode also delves deep into personal stories, mentoring impacts, and recommended resources that have influenced Rick's approach to leadership and faith. If you're wanting to learn more about integrating sports and ministry, you definitely want to listen to this one.

Resources and Links from this Episode

·      Uncut Video of the Episode

·      Warrior Way Soccer

·      Phil's email for DISC Training

·      The Christian Athlete, Brian Smith

·      Lead with Prayer, Peter Greer, Ryan Skoog, Cameron Doolittle

·      A Hunger for God, John Piper

·      The Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness, Tim Keller

·      The Mark of the Christian, Francis Schaffer

·      Horst Richardson HSEL Episode

·      Dave Irby HSEL Episode

In Episode 171, Roman Khripunov, Executive Director of Revival Sport and Facilitator for the North American Sport Movement, talks with Phil and Paul about his incredible journey from Uzbekistan to the United States, navigating the challenges of being a refugee and how he developed his passion for using soccer as a tool for ministry and community building. Roman shares personal stories of coaching, breaking down cultural barriers, and the impact of vulnerability and discipleship. The conversation covers the powerful role of sports in uniting diverse communities, particularly in the context of the upcoming World Cup and Olympic Games. He also talks about the importance of having a short memory, knowing your role, and celebrating small victories. Phil also talks about a loss in his life and the importance of being vulnerable and allowing other people into your life and trials.

Specifically, Roman discusses:

·      His Journey from Uzbekistan to Russia to the US with his family as a 12-year-old refugee, and some important lessons he learned along the way (9:41)

·      The humble beginnings of Cup of Nations and Revival Sport, and how they were birthed out of a love for the "sojourners" in Houston (19:22)

·      The plight of refugees and how you can help (23:23)

·      Roman's life purpose and how he is living it out (28:18)

·      How Roman when into ministry despite not wanting to (32:27)

·      The Nations United initiative, why the World Cup and Olympics provide massive opportunities for the Church in the US, Mexico, and Canada, and strategies we all can use to connect with people different from us (35:52)

·      Defining moments in his soccer journey and the lessons learned from them (47:22)

·      An important lesson learned through failure (54:18)

·      Information about the Global and North American Sport Movements (57:38)

·      How he has used lessons learned from soccer in marriage and parenting (1:00:24)

·      Recommendations (1:06:33)

Resources and Links from this Episode

·                Revival Sport Website

·                Global Sport Movement website

·                North American Sport Movement website

·                Uncut Video of the Episode

·                HSEL Facebook Group

·                Warrior Way Soccer

·                Coaching the Bigger Game Program

·                Phil's email for DISC Training

·                "All or Nothing: Manchester City" (Amazon Prime)

·                Ted Lasso (Apple TV+)

In Episode 81, Evan Dabby, Executive Director of NJ Youth Soccer and former MLS executive, talks with Phil about his innovative work with New Jersey Youth Soccer, including the Growing the Girls Game and Innovate to Grow initiatives, how we can make high-level youth sports more accessible to more under resourced kids, the importance of collaboration, what we can do about referee abuse, and a common quality shared by some of the best players in US history who hailed from NJ. Specifically, Evan discusses:

• His story, how he developed his passion for soccer and leadership, and how he ended up leading a state youth soccer association (1:33)
• His personal why and how he is living it out every day (3:34)
• The mission, vision, and values of NJYS and what is going well with the association (7:39)
• Some of the things he hopes to improve upon during his tenure at NJYS (14:31)
• The NJYS Growing the Girls Game (G3) Initiative, and what impact he hopes it will have on the girls' game in NJ and across the US (16:52)
• The Innovate to Grow Initiative and how it is working to include underrepresented communities in youth soccer in NJ (18:08)
• How we can make high-level youth sports more accessible to under resourced populations (20:32)
• The importance of collaboration and how NJYS is collaborating with other states on some really cool projects (23:39)
• Referee abuse, what it tells us about ourselves, our youth, and the state of youth soccer, and what we can do about it (32:41)
• How he is using lessons learned from soccer in his leadership of NJYS (42:22)
• How he has used lessons learned directly from sports in his marriage and parenting (45:19)
• His recommendations for us (50:28)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Uncut Video of the Episode
• New Jersey Youth Soccer Website
• Growing the Girls Game Initiative
• Innovate to Grow Initiative
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Coaching the Bigger Game information
• Warrior Way information
• Phil Darke's email address
• Ted Lasso (TV show on Apple TV+)

In Episode 80, Cara Bradley, best-selling author of On the Verge, host of the On the Verge Podcast, Soccer Resilience Ambassador, Rollerblader extraordinaire, and one of the "12 Most Powerful Women of the Mindfulness Movement,", talks with Phil about the gut-brain connection, mental fitness, performing in the "flow" and how we can get there, how we can reach optimal performance more often, and how she performed on Rollerblades in front of one of the world's iconic buildings. Specifically, Cara discusses:

• Her story, how she developed his passion for mental fitness, the gut-brain connection, and optimal performance, and how she got to be where she is today (1:54)
• How we can intentionally create and recreate being in flow (or in the "Zone") (9:17)
• The concept of STER and what it has to do with "flow" (11:10)
• Mental cross-training, including the importance of sleep, clean eating, breathing, and other critical aspects of mental health (16:36)
• Why it's important for us and our kids to participate in unstructured play alongside the intense, structured training (20:21)
• Gut-Brain Health and what it has to do with optimal performance and mental health (23:49)
• Her personal why and how she is living it out every day (33:32)
• Her and her husband's decision to go "house-free" and what she has learned from her journey (34:40)
• Cara's various resources and how you can find them (38:11)
• Cara's experience as a professional Rollerblader (40:40)
• How she has used lessons learned directly from sports in her marriage and parenting (41:56)
• Her recommendations for us (42:38)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Cara's Website
• On the Verge: Wake Up, Show Up, and Shine, by Cara Bradley
• On the Verge Podcast, by Cara Bradley
• Cara's Mental Fitness Playbook and Grid
• Cara's Recommended Gut-Brain Protocols
• Cara's email address
• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Coaching the Bigger Game information
• Warrior Way information
• Phil Darke's email address
• Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience, by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
• Ted Lasso (TV show on Apple TV+)
• Find a Way: The Inspiring Story of One Woman's Pursuit of a Lifelong Dream, by Diana Nyad

In Episode 79, Dr. Daniel O'Neill, Board-certified Orthopaedic Surgeon with an added Certificate in Sports Medicine, and a Doctorate in Exercise and Sports Psychology, Author of Survival of the Fit: How Physical Education Ensures Academic Achievement and a Healthy Life, and master of physical identity, talks with Phil about physical identity, his books, the negative side of tech and screens, why we need a "PE Revolution" in our schools, why we need to exercise in the morning, the need for more free play, athletes vs. non-athletes, "safetyism," why parents shouldn't go to all their kids' games, why we don't need to teach our kids to win, and the different ways specialization is hurting our kids, among other important topics. Specifically, Dr. O'Neill discusses:

 

• His story, how he developed his passion for physical fitness, physical identity, and leadership, why he wrote Survival of the Fit, and how he was able to get so many degrees and certificates to get where he is today (2:29)
• His personal why and how he is living it out every day (5:49)
• The shadow side of tech and why he believes more and better Physical Education for our children will ensure academic achievement and a healthy life (8:24)
• Why it's so important for us to get some exercise in the morning (11:56)
• Some practical tips to getting exercise for ourselves and our kids at school (16:08)
• The concept of physical identity, the physical identity crisis we have in the US, and why we need to understand it and fight against it (19:11)
• Organized play vs. free play, parental involvement vs. kids playing without parents, athletes vs. non-athletes, and why these distinctions and implications of the distinctions are critical to understand (23:42)
• The concept of "safetyism" and how it is impacting the lack of physical fitness and identity in our children, as well as cancel culture and other negative issues in society. How the premises of "safetyism" are flawed, how we can counter the negatives, and why we need to get out of our comfort zones (29:06)
• How he believes specialization is hurting our kids in a lot of different ways (43:12)
• Why he believes that Physical Education in schools furthers children's academic achievement and physical identity more than organized sports (1:01:10)
• The studies showing that the more screen time a child has, the more mental health issues the child will have, and what we can do about it (1:04:37)
• How he defines the markers of a "good youth coach" (it might surprise you) (1:14:50)
• The implications of the athlete/non-athlete distinction and why it matters (1:17:05)
• His other book, Knee Surgery, and how it can help people who are recovering from knee surgery (1:21:10)
• How he uses lessons learned from playing sports or other free play in his personal relationships, and why we don't need to teach our kids to win (1:23:05)
• His recommendations for us (1:27:25)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Dr O'Neill's Website
• Survival of the Fit: How Physical Education Ensures Academic Achievement and a Healthy Life, by Dr. Daniel O'Neill, MD, EdD
• Knee Surgery: The Essential Guide to Total Knee Recovery, by Daniel F. O'Neill
• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Coaching the Bigger Game information
• Warrior Way information
• Phil Darke's email address
• The Coddling of the American Mind: How Good Intentions and Bad Ideas are Setting Up a Generation of Failure, by Greg Lukianoff and Jonathan Haidt
• Think Orphan Episodes with Jeff Sandefer

In Episode 78, our sixth off-season talk between Seasons 5 & 6, Phil and Paul talk about how we can effectively build healthy teams, and how that starts with knowing, understanding, and leading ourselves. In all we do, we at HSEL strive to be part of a movement that encourages a lifelong love for the game, leadership and character development, and human flourishing.

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Coaching the Bigger Game Program
• Warrior Way Soccer
• Info on DISC Training
• Start With Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action, by Simon Sinek
• Phil's email address – phil@howsoccerexplainsleadership.com
• Paul's email address – pajobson@gmail.com

In Episode 77, our fifth off-season talk between Seasons 5 & 6, Phil and Paul talk about external and internal motivation, and how we can effectively motivate ourselves and our players to be their best and flourish. In all we do, we at HSEL strive to be part of a movement that encourages a lifelong love for the game, leadership and character development, and human flourishing.

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Coaching the Bigger Game Program
• Warrior Way Soccer
• Info on DISC Training
• Phil's email address – phil@howsoccerexplainsleadership.com
• Paul's email address – pajobson@gmail.com

In Episode 76, our fourth off-season talk between Seasons 5 & 6, Phil talks with Paul about the long-awaited Coaching the Bigger Game program, which helps coaches elevate significance in sports by elevating self-leadership, leadership of their individual players, and leadership of their teams. As Coaching the Bigger Game strives to help coaches help themselves, their players, and teams flourish, we at HSEL strive to be part of a movement that encourages a lifelong love for the game, leadership and character development, and human flourishing.

 

Resources and Links from this Episode

 

• Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Coaching the Bigger Game Program
• Warrior Way Soccer
• Info on DISC Training
• Phil's email address – phil@howsoccerexplainsleadership.com
• Paul's email address – pajobson@gmail.com

 

In Episode 75, our third off-season talk between Seasons 5 & 6, Paul talks with Phil about all things Warrior Way, from camps to consulting to helping vulnerable populations around the world. As Warrior Way encourages others to incorporate their faith into their play, we strive to be part of a movement that encourages a lifelong love for the game, leadership and character development, and human flourishing.

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Coaching the Bigger Game Program
• Warrior Way Soccer
• Info on DISC Training
• Nations United Information
• Phil's email address – phil@howsoccerexplainsleadership.com
• Paul's email address – pajobson@gmail.com

In Episode 74, our second off-season talk between Seasons 5 & 6, Paul talks about the developments in technology surrounding the game of soccer, how we can protect against its downside, and harness it for good and our development. Paul also reminds us about the time-tested, best-practice way to develop our personal skills. As we work to understand and harness technology for good, we strive to be part of a movement that encourages a lifelong love for the game, leadership and character development, and human flourishing.

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Coaching the Bigger Game Program
• Warrior Way Soccer
• Info on DISC Training
• Phil's email address – phil@howsoccerexplainsleadership.com

In Episode 73, our first off-season talk between Seasons 5 & 6, Phil talks about recent racial abuse and parent misconduct, how we can fight against it, and how parents and coaches can use the game to teach our kids how to rise above the fray and do the next right thing. We are hoping to be part of a movement that encourages a lifelong love for the game, leadership and character development, and human flourishing, rather than teaching our kids to win at all costs and sacrifice character.

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Coaching the Bigger Game Program
• Warrior Way Soccer
• Info on DISC Training
• Phil's email address – phil@howsoccerexplainsleadership.com

In Episode 72, Phil and Paul discuss the highlights and lessons gleaned from the conversations we were able to have with David Ricca, Jay Demerit, Phil Smith, and Dan Abrahams during the second half of Season 5.

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Coaching the Bigger Game information
• Warrior Way information
• Phil Darke's email address
• The Challenge Culture: Why the Most Successful Organizations Run on Pushback, by Nigel Travis

In Episode 170, Sean Miller, founder of Upper 90 HQ, talks with Phil and Paul about his entrepreneurial journey that started with filming soccer games, leading to the creation of his video company that serves soccer teams and players around the US. Sean dives into his personal story, emphasizing how faith and soccer have influenced his leadership and shift in life priorities. He discusses the challenges and opportunities within the US soccer landscape, drawing from his family's extensive involvement in the sport. The discussion also covers Sean's leadership principles, his defining moments in soccer, and how the game has shaped his approach to marriage and parenting. Specifically, Sean discusses:

·      His story, his passion for soccer, leadership, entrepreneurship, and how he started Upper 90 HQ (6:54)

·      His personal why/life purpose and how he is living it out (15:43)

·      How he has used lessons learned in soccer in his business life (20:15)

·      The power of vulnerability (27:05)

·      Lessons he has learned from a couple defining moments in his soccer career (33:03)

·      His thoughts on the current state of soccer in the US, from the youth to professional ranks, from the "Alphabet Soup" to the "Merry-Go-Round" (40:17)

·      Lessons learned from soccer that he is using in his marriage and parenting (55:28)

·      His recommendations (57:47)

Resources and Links from this Episode

·                Upper90HQ Website

·                Uncut Video of the Episode

·                HSEL Facebook Group

·                Warrior Way Soccer

·                Coaching the Bigger Game Program

·                Phil's email for DISC Training

·                "Adolescence" (Netflix Series)

·                "The Chosen"

·                "House of David"

·                Act Like Be a Man: 9 Ways to Punch Life in the Mouth, Mark Driscoll

In Episode 71, Dan Abrahams, Sports Psychologist, best-selling author of four books, Founder of the Dan Abrahams Soccer Academy and The Sport Psych Show Podcast, and former pro golfer, talks with Phil about his sports psychology work, his books, and his podcast, the concepts of "Teamship" and motivational climate, extrinsic vs. intrinsic motivation, pre-failing, self-leadership, his personal why, how we can coach difficult players by asking great questions, and whether we can recreate the pressure of a penalty kick outside of a match. Specifically, Dan discusses:

• His story, his work with Premier League and other football/soccer teams, his books, his podcast, how he developed his passion for soccer and leadership, and how he got to where he is today (1:31)
• What excites him about the increase of awareness of the importance of mindset and sports psychology in sports over the past several years (11:53)
• In which sport the mental game is more important: soccer or golf (18:04)
• The concept of "Teamship" and why it is important (24:49)
• The Motivational Climate of a Team, what it is, and what it has to do with a team's culture and burnout (28:13)
• Extrinsic vs. Intrinsic Motivation, get-to vs. have-to mentality, and how they are related to short- and long-term performance (41:07)
• The concept of pre-failing (47:01)
• Why self-leadership and a leader's mindset are important (51:13)
• His personal why and how it is playing out in his life (57:05)
• "Not" coaching difficult players, but teaching them to coach themselves through questions (59:23)
• How personality styles are related to the sports psychology work (1:03:45)
• Whether it is possible to recreate the pressure of a penalty kick in a training environment (1:07:31)
• How he uses lessons learned in soccer in his family relationships (1:12:16)
• His recommendation, which is very personal to him (1:13:44)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Dan's Website
• The Sport Psych Show Podcast
• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Coaching the Bigger Game information
• Warrior Way information
• Phil Darke's email address
• Soccer Tough: Simple Football Psychology Techniques to Improve Your Game, by Dan Abrahams
• Soccer Tough 2: Advanced Psychology Techniques for Footballers, by Dan Abrahams
• Soccer Brain: The 4C Coaching Model for Developing World Class Player Mindsets and a Winning Football Team, by Dan Abrahams
• Golf Tough: Practice, Prepare, Perform, and Progress, by Dan Abrahams
• The Inner Game of Tennis: The Classic Guide to the Mental Side of Peak Performance, by W. Timothy Gallwey

In Episode 70, Phil Smith, Vice-Chairman and Owner of Sixth-Division Ossett United FC, former NY Yankees and Manchester United Executive, Owner of NERF rights in UK, Europe, and Middle East, and much more, talks with Phil about lessons learned during his playing days and his experience as  an executive for a couple of the biggest teams in the world, his personal why, and the importance of leaders taking the meeting, getting scars, and giving their people freedom to fail. Specifically, Phil discusses:

• His story, his incredible journey that includes playing college soccer in NY, working for the NY Yankees and Manchester United, and owning a sixth-division English team, how he developed his passion for soccer and leadership, and how he got to where he is today (2:42)
• Lessons he has learned during his time with the Yankees and Man U (21:11)
• Lessons from his playing days that he has used in his various leadership roles, such as freedom to fail, taking steps back in order to go forward, and taking the meeting (27:49)
• His personal why and what drives him every day (50:23)
• How he uses lessons learned in soccer in his parenting (56:27)
• His recommendation of a great show from the world outside of soccer (1:00:54)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Ossett United FC Website
• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Coaching the Bigger Game information
• Warrior Way information
• Phil Darke's email address
• The Art of Not Giving a F*ck: A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a Good Life, by Mark Manson
• F1: Drive to Survive (Netflix)
• Sunderland 'Til I Die (Netflix)
• Rise and Shine: The Jay Demerit Story (YouTube)
• Jerry Maguire (film)
• Draft Day (film)

In Episode 69, Jay Demerit, Chief Energy Officer of Rise and Shine and former USMNT player, and former Captain of Watford FC and Whitecaps FC, talks with Phil about the pros and cons of specialization, self-leadership, self-belief, his personal why, the "inside" and "outside" game, what we can learn about leadership from the bench, and the work he is doing with Rise and Shine. Specifically, Jay discusses:

• His story, his incredible journey to the Premier League and USMNT, how he developed his passion for soccer and leadership, and how he got to where he is today (1:48)
• His thoughts on specialization in one sport and whether it is good or bad for athletes (6:00)
• How he got excited about and focused on his classes as a kid (16:15)
• His favorite sport as a kid (19:41)
• His personal why and purpose, and how he is living it out in his life (22:17)
• How self-belief and self-leadership are keys to discernment and perseverance in life (26:22)
• The "Inside" Game and the "Outside" Game (30:37)
• The importance of leaders leading themselves with excellence first before they can lead their teams with excellence (36:15)
• What he learned from his time on the bench as a substitute (42:58)
• His Rise and Shine organization and how it is impacting youth in great ways (48:03)
• How he uses lessons learned in soccer in his parenting (52:30)
• His recommendations (56:55)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Rise and Shine website
• "Rise and Shine: The Jay Demerit Story"
• "Are you ready for a sunny day?" (TED Talk)
• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Coaching the Bigger Game information
• Warrior Way information
• Phil Darke's email address

 

In Episode 68, David Ricca, NJ Youth Soccer Innovate to Grow Consultant, Founder/President of Just Live Soccer, 9/11 Survivor, Soccer Resilience Ambassador, Member of 2010 World Cup Media & Marketing team, former soccer player, coach, and scout, former MLS Liaison, former CBS Manager, and former Morgan Stanley Financial Advisor, discusses how he has used soccer and other tools to overcome the PTSD he has experienced following the traumatic experience he had in Tower Two of the World Trade Center on 9/11, how he is using soccer to help vulnerable children around the world, his innovation work with NJ Youth Soccer, and how we can create environments where our kids can flourish. Specifically, David discusses:

• His story, his unique background, how he developed his passion for soccer, his work with vulnerable communities, and how he got to where he is today (2:12)
• His incredible story of survival in Tower 2 of the World Trade Center on 9/11 (11:00)
• How he has overcome trauma from his 9/11 experience using soccer and other tools (20:45)
• His personal why and how he is living it out (35:10)
• His work with NJ Youth Soccer and the Innovate to Grow grant (38:02)
• How we can create environments for our children to flourish in our youth soccer programs (43:02)
• How he uses the lessons he has learned through soccer in his marriage (47:17)
• His recommendations (50:24)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• David's website & LinkedIn profile
• Just Live Soccer website
• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Coaching the Bigger Game information
• Warrior Way information
• Phil Darke's email address

In Episode 67, Paul and Phil discuss the recent USC Convention, a preview of the second half of Season 5, a recap of the first half of the season, and the leadership lesson we can learn from Episodes 9 & 10 of Ted Lasso. Specifically, we discuss:

• What Paul and Phil took away from the recently-held United Soccer Coaches Convention in KC, and some new things Paul is working on (1:56)
• What's to come in the second half of Season 5 (11:04)
• Lessons Paul and Phil gleaned from our conversations with Cheryl McCormick, Tony Everett, Robbie Handy, and Aaron Locks (14:00)
• Leadership lessons from Episodes 9 & 10 of Ted Lasso relating to identity, personality styles, the both/and of winning and maintaining healthy culture, the shadow side of our weaknesses, and how little things can make massive impact in our players' lives (30:00)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Coaching the Bigger Game information
• Warrior Way information
• Paul Jobson's email address
• Phil Darke's email address
• "Rise and Shine: The Jay Demerit Story" (YouTube)
• United Soccer Coaches website
• Inside College Soccer Podcast
• "Ted Lasso" (Apple TV+)

In Episode 66, Aaron Locks, CEO and Founder of the National Academy of Athletics, talks with Phil about the importance of failure in success, three important questions he asks himself every day, the Pyramid of Success and what he learned from working with John Wooden, his definition of leadership and success, secrets of successful youth coaches, synergistic collaboration, and how leadership is like jazz music. Specifically, Aaron discusses:

• His story, how he developed his passion for sports and leadership, and how he got to where he is today (1:44)
• The mission, vision, and values of the National Academy of Athletics, and how it is working to transform the lives of youth in America (2:58)
• How we can make youth sports more accessible to all kids from all backgrounds (4:29)
• Aaron's personal "Why," how he is living it out every day, and the three questions he asks himself at the end of each day (10:08)
• The importance of encouragement and doing for others with no expectation of anything in return (12:15)
• How he defines leadership (18:39)
• Secrets of successful youth sports coaches (20:32)
• A couple of the lessons Coach Wooden taught Aaron in their time together (26:27)
• Synergy through collaboration and teamwork (34:14)
• The importance of healthy conflict in teams (37:47)
• What he hopes everyone will understand after they work with him (44:37)
• How he uses the lessons he has learned through soccer in his parenting (46:07)
• His recommendations (50:48)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• National Academy of Athletics website
• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Coaching the Bigger Game information
• Warrior Way information
• Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don't, Simon Sinek
• Coach Wooden's Pyramid of Success: Building Blocks for a Better Life, John Wooden and Jay Carty
• The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Stephen R. Covey
• The Advantage: Why Organizational Health Trumps Everything Else in Business, Patrick Lencioni

In Episode 65, Robbie Handy, Health and Wellness Coach and Former Head Coach of William Jessup University and Yuba College, talks with Phil about the differences between a head and assistant coach role, his coaching philosophy, how he measures success, why he left soccer coaching and started a different type of coaching, humility and learning, controlling the controllables, and the central role of communication in all we do.

Specifically, Robbie discusses:

• His story, how he developed his passion for soccer and leadership, and how he got to where he is today (2:18)
• The different leadership lessons we can learn from head coaching and assistant coaching (5:15)
• His coaching philosophy as a head college coach (12:01)
• His success metrics in his coaching days (15:54)
• His personal why and how he lives it out (19:30)
• Why he stopped coaching soccer and started coaching others to flourish in their health and wellness (20:54)
• How he uses what he learned from soccer in his coaching business (24:16)
• How he uses the lessons he has learned through soccer in his marriage and parenting (30:33)
• Communication and earning credibility with those you're leading (33:10)
• His recommendations (37:31)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Link to Robbie's Health and Wellness Coaching
• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Coaching the Bigger Game information
• Warrior Way information
• The Messiah Method: The Seven Disciplines of the Winningest College Soccer Program in America, by Michael Zigarelli

In Episode 64, Tony Everett, Founder and Chief Play Maker of Pure Game, Founder of Personal Best Coaching, coach, and footballer, talks with Phil about Pure Game's work with vulnerable children in Southern California, learning self-control through walking soccer, goal setting, his life coaching program, surrounding yourself with people smarter and better than you, the importance of writing your own eulogy, and leading from the middle. Specifically, Tony discusses:

• His story, how he developed his passion for soccer, leadership, and how he got to where he is today (1:36)
• The mission and vision of Pure Game, and how his team is working with youth in Orange County using the beautiful game (4:16)
• Why football (soccer) is such a powerful tool to reach kids around the world (6:01)
• What lessons he is teaching the children and how he uses football to do so (8:14)
• His life coaching program and how he is helping adult leaders to flourish (13:57)
• How he uses lessons learned from football in his life coaching (17:23)
• Leading from the middle and bottom (21:48)
• The Tiff and Tony show and what he hopes to teach through it (25:40)
• How he uses the lessons she has learned through soccer in his marriage, parenting, and other areas of his life (29:28)
• His recommendations (35:08)
• -AND- Tony flipped the script and interviewed Phil for a surprise question (27:30)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Pure Game website
• Tiff and Tony Show
• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Coaching the Bigger Game information
• Warrior Way information
• Ted Lasso (Apple TV+)
• "Business Made Simple" Podcast
• The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More, & Change the Way You Lead Forever, by Michael Bungay Stanier

In Episode 63, Cheryl McCormick, Founder of Gravitational Performance, Sports Research Scientist, and multi-sport athlete, kicks off Season 5 and talks with Phil about her work as a Sports Research Scientist, nutrition, sports psychology, and rest & recovery as prevention, individualized coaching and coursework, her personal why, what she learned from playing multiple sports, and, of course, whether cheerleading is a sport. Specifically, Cheryl discusses:

• Her story, how she developed his passion for sports, mental health, leadership, and how she worked to get where she is today (2:01)
• What she does as a Sports Research Scientist (5:00)
• Her work with Gravitational Performance and its mission and vision to help coaches reach their fullest (7:32)
• Nutrition, sports psychology, and rest and recovery as preventative tools (12:39)
• The importance of individualized coaching and continuing education (19:00)
• What she learned from the various sports she played that she is using in her work with Gravitational Performance (22:40)
• The age-old question of whether cheerleading is a sport (25:00)
• Her personal why and how it is playing out in her life (34:01)
• What she wants everyone she helps to take away from Gravitational Performance (35:08)
• How she uses the lessons she has learned through sports in her marriage, parenting, and other areas of her life (40:39)
• Her recommendations (44:40)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Gravitational Performance website
• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Coaching the Bigger Game information
• Warrior Way information
• "All-American" (Netflix)
• "Friday Night Lights" (Peacock)
• "Last Chance U" (Netflix)

 

In Episode 62, we are capping off 2021 and ringing in 2022 with 20 great leadership lessons (plus a couple bonus nuggets) from our interviews over the past year. There is so much more wisdom in the full interviews, which you can listen to at the links below or wherever you listen to your podcasts.

Also, if you want to go deeper in 2022 as a leader and coach, we are launching Coaching the Bigger Game course and mastermind in early February. You can click here to learn more about the program, which has limited capacity.

And if you are in the Waco, TX area and want to get involved with The Warrior Way, click here for more information.

What are your favorite HSEL moments from 2021? Drop an email to Phil (phil@howsoccerexplainsleadership.com) or post on the HSEL Facebook Group to let us know.

Links to HSEL Episodes Mentioned   

• Episode 28 – Leading with a Broom and a Shovel with Cori Close
• Episode 43 – Giving Youth Sports Back to the Kids with Diego Bocanegra
• Episode 23 – Leading from the Middle with Glenn Crooks
• Episode 53 – Identity Formation and Mindset with Jesse Bradley
• Episode 11 – The Bielsa Way: Leadership at Leeds United with Mark Pease
• Episode 30 – Self-Leadership and Choreographing the Team Dance with John Yeager
• Episode 51 – Overcoming Barriers and Empowering Women with Tracy Hamm
• Episode 16 – Understanding Personalities, Mentorship, and Maximizing Results with Toriono Davis
• Episode 15 – "Steal Like an Artist" with Michelle Lenard
• Episode 56 – Preventing Burnout with Kassie Gray
• Episode 19 – Resilience, Resetting, and Retraining our Brains with Brad Miller
• Episode 41 – Offseason Talk, Volume 9 – The Warrior Way with Marci Jobson, Part 2
• Episode 21 – Interview with a Legend (Part 1) with Clyde Best, MBE
• Episode 14 – College Recruiting 101 with Don Williams
• Episode 13 – Know Your "Why" with Lee Baker
• Episode 26 – The Power of Collaboration with Max Rooke
• Episode 24 – Lead Like a Gardener with Phil Brown
• Episode 18 – Head, Hands, and Heart with Rob Burns
• Episode 20 – Kaizen and Energy Vampires with Renee Lopez
• Episode 29 – Leading Leaders with Greg Rubendall
• Episode 37 – Offseason Talks, Volume 5 – Coach Wooden's 7 Rules for Life
• Episode 58 – Season 4 Post-Match Show – Exclusive Post-Baylor Interview with Paul Jobson

Other Resources and Links Mentioned in this Episode

• Uncut Video of the Episode
• Invest in HSEL Podcast
• The Coaching Zone: Next Level Leadership in Sports, by John Yeager
• The Acid Test: The Autobiography of Clyde Best, by Clyde Best

 

In Episode 169, Frank Kelly, CEO of Kelly Benefits, Former Cornell Lacrosse and Football player, and Author of Influence and the Creator's Game, talks with Phil and Paul about his extensive experience in sports, business, leadership, and ministry, and how his faith journey has deeply impacted all facets of his life. Frank shares personal stories from his athletic journey, his involvement with FCA, the concept of playing sports to please the Creator, and how sports can integrate with faith to influence lives for eternity. He also discusses how the principles and lessons learned from sports are applied in his family business, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and values. Listeners will gain insights into using sports to make disciples, developing a mission-driven business, and integrating faith into various aspects of life. Specifically, Frank discusses:

·      His sports, business, and faith journey (4:00)

·      A story from his not-so-extensive soccer coaching experience (13:35)

·      His personal "why" and life purpose, and how he is living it out (17:40)

·      The story behind his book, Influence and the Creator's Game and the concept of a "Praise Performance" (22:07)

·      The only thing that matters (27:17)

·      Impacting lives through lacrosse (29:52)

·      An incredible story about God's Providence (35:22)

·      Lessons from lacrosse and other sports that he uses in his business (40:30)

·      Impactful coaches and mentors in his life (51:35)

·      Lessons from sport that he has used in his marriage and parenting (54:22)

·      His recommended books (56:31)

Resources and Links from this Episode

·                Influence and the Creator's Game, Frank Kelly III

·                Frank Kelly III's website

·                Uncut Video of the Episode

·                HSEL Facebook Group

·                Warrior Way Soccer

·                Coaching the Bigger Game Program

·                Phil's email for DISC Training

·                The Hard Hat: 21 Ways to Be a Great Teammate, Jon Gordon

·                The Secret: How to Live with Purpose and Power, Bill Bright

In Episode 61, in honor of her recent move to Baylor Women's Soccer, we are recasting our interview with Michelle Lenard, new Head Coach of Baylor University Women's Soccer and former DBU Head Coach, in which she talks with Phil about how to "steal like an artist," her Leadership Council at DBU, how her team has used the Enneagram, what the game "Cutthroat" can teach us about leadership, setting and communicating clear expectations, the four H's, implementing boundaries in our relationships, and servant leadership. Specifically, Michelle discusses:

• Her story, how she developed his passion for soccer, leadership, how she ended up at DBU (1:52)
• How we can "steal like an artist" – that is, some ideas that she has learned from others about coaching, life, and leadership, and how she has modified them for her program (4:35)
• The best leaders she has coached or played with, and what qualities set them apart from the rest (9:43)
• How the Leadership Council on her team develops, empowers, and delegates leadership to captains and other leaders in her program, and how it helps her coaching staff and has taken her program to another level (11:11)
• How she has used personality assessments to help her and her teams understand and work with each other better (16:19)
• The game, "Cutthroat," how it has helped her develop leadership in her team, and how it translates to other areas of life and leadership (19:55)
• The importance of setting and communicating clear expectations (e.g., job descriptions) in your team members (e.g., coaches, players, employees), and how the 4 H's have helped her team (24:53)
• How coaching and leadership are all about relationships, and that we simultaneously need to implement appropriate boundaries in those relationships (28:06)
• What she feels is critical for her players to internalize and "become" before they graduate from her program at DBU (30:53)
• How she uses the lessons she has learned through the beautiful game in her marriage, parenting, and other areas of her life, and vice-versa (33:42)
• Michelle's book recommendations (39:45)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Uncut Video of the Episode – https://youtu.be/2A5a3pHG7Ts
• Invest in HSEL Podcast – providenceworld.com
• HSEL Facebook Group – https://www.facebook.com/groups/howsoccerexplainsleadership
• DBU Women's Soccer website: https://dbupatriots.com/sports/womens-soccer
• Michelle's Twitter handle: @MichelleLenard1
• Acton School of Business website: https://www.actonnga.org
• Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative, by Austin Kleon
• Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World, by Cal Newport
• Mindset: The New Psychology of Success, by Carol Dweck
• Coaching Athletes to Be Their Best: Motivational Interviewing in Sports, by Stephen Rollnick, Jonathan Fader, Jeff Breckon, and Theresa B. Moyers
• God's Wisdom for Navigating Life: A Year of Daily Devotions in the Book of Proverbs, by Tim Keller
• Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance, by Angela Duckworth

In Episode 60, Phil and Paul share their "Best of 2021" lists and what they have learned about life and leadership from the ups and downs that 2021 has brought them and their families.

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Coaching the Bigger Game Program
• Warrior Way Program
• Info on DISC Training
• Phil's email address – phil@howsoccerexplainsleadership.com
• The Way of the Warrior: An Ancient Path to Inner Peace, by Erwin McManus
• Radical: Taking Your Faith Back from the American Dream, by David Platt
• At the Bat: The Strikeout that Shamed America, by Del Leonard Jones
• Strange But True Sports Stories, by Howard Liss
• More Strange But True Sports Stories, by Howard Liss
• Under the Banner of Heaven: A Story of Violent Faith, by Jon Krakauer
• Into Thin Air: A Personal Account of the Mount Everest Disaster, by Jon Krakauer
• The Auschwitz Escape, by Joel C. Rosenberg
• The Club: How the English Premier League Became the Wildest, Richest, Most Disruptive Force in Sports, by Joshua Robinson and Jonathan Clegg
• The Away Game: The Epic Search for Soccer's Next Superstars, by Sebastian Abbot
• New Morning Mercies: A Daily Gospel Devotional, by Paul David Tripp
• Think Orphan Podcast Episode with Paul David Tripp
• More Than That, by Mike Buchanan
• Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits and Break Bad Ones, by James Clear
• Intentional Family Podcast (Jefferson Bethke & Jon Tyson)
• Fight Hustle, End Hurry Podcast (Jefferson Bethke & John Mark Comer)
• Chasing What Matters Podcast (Glenn & Jacob Robinson)
• John Maxwell Leadership Podcast
• The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill Podcast
• Searching for Bobby Fischer (film)
• Safety (film)
• Cool Runnings (film)
• Mysterious Benedict Society (show)
• Formula 1: Drive to Survive (Netflix)

In Episode 59, our first off-season talk between Seasons 4 & 5, Phil and Paul talk about how we as coaches (and parents) can cultivate environments where our players can flourish, in an effort to counter the toxic cultures in youth soccer that wreck our children. We are hoping to be part of a movement that encourages a lifelong love for the game, leadership development, and human flourishing, rather than stress, burnout, and mental unhealth.

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Coaching the Bigger Game Program
• Warrior Way Program
• Info on DISC Training
• Phil's email address – phil@howsoccerexplainsleadership.com

In Episode 58, Phil sat down with Paul Jobson for an exclusive interview about his recent decision to step down from his Head Coach position at Baylor University Women's Soccer after 14 years at the helm. Paul and Phil also discuss some highlights and takeaways from the incredible interviews we have had during the second half of Season 4. Specifically, Paul and Phil discuss:

• The "why" behind Paul's decision to step down from his position at Baylor after 14 successful years (4:04)
• His message to his former players and others who have been a part of the Baylor Soccer program during his tenure (25:21)
• Highlights from the second half of Season 4 (31:37), including:
  • How Jesse Bradley and Kassie Gray talked about identity formation and how we have to be more than what we do. (34:00)
  • Why Aaron Blue's youth coach not "wrecking" him is so powerful and a great lesson for all coaches everywhere (41:39)
• The Coaching the Bigger Game Program Phil is launching soon, and the importance of self-care and self-leadership (45:30)
• Paul's sharing his gratitude for people supporting him over the years and since he has made his decision (49:53)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Coaching the Bigger Game Program
• Warrior Way Program
• Choosing to Cheat: Who Wins When Family and Work Collide?, by Andy Stanley
• Visioneering: Your Guide to Discovering and Maintaining Personal Vision, by Andy Stanley
• Think Orphan Podcast episode with Peter Greer
• 40/40 Vision: Clarifying Your Mission in Midlife, by Peter Greer and Greg Lafferty
• Mission Drift: The Unspoken Crisis Facing Leaders, Charities, and Churches, by Peter Greer and Chris Horst

In Episode 57 of How Soccer Explains Leadership, in honor of our co-host's recent announcement that he is stepping down from his head coaching role at Baylor and just because I (Phil) am so grateful for him, we are re-casting the first-ever HSEL interview with Paul, (now) Former Head Coach of Baylor Women's Soccer and current co-host of HSEL, who talked with Phil about his coaching philosophy, identity formation, prioritization, team culture, dealing with viruses, recruiting and onboarding new players, understanding self and others, and what Sir Alex Ferguson taught Paul about leadership. Specifically, Paul discusses:

• His story of how soccer and leadership have influenced his life, how he ended up coaching at Baylor, and he's the second best player in his marriage. (1:26)
• Paul's coaching philosophy that has led Baylor to be one of the premier soccer programs in the US (8:28)
• The importance of identity formation, and what it has to do with leadership in soccer and life (9:59)
• One of Paul's favorite things about being a college coach (12:58)
• The importance of prioritization (14:41)
• The concept of "leading from the middle" and how Paul incorporates it into his team (16:25)
• How to reduce the risk of negativity impacting your team, whether on soccer pitches or workplaces (17:26)
• Paul's view on the best way to describe leadership (19:59)
• The impact culture has on teams, why it is so critical to have a healthy culture, what Paul has learned from his wife, Marci, about leading culture, and what all of it has to do with Baylor's recent Big 12 Championship (21:07)
• The difficulty of recruiting and onboarding players in college soccer, and how Paul views his players as both customers and employees (25:26)
• How Paul handles viruses on his team (30:14)
• The importance of knowing and understanding the personalities of your players and coaching staff in the context of leadership (34:59)
• The important leadership lesson Sir Alex Ferguson taught Paul (37:09)
• What Paul has learned through playing and coaching soccer that he uses in his marriage and parenting (39:41)
• Resources that Paul recommends for leadership and life (42:22)

Resources and Links Mentioned in this Episode

Video (uncut) of this episode

Baylor Women's Soccer website & social – https://baylorbears.com/sports/womens-soccer; @baylorfutbol

Jobson Soccer website & Social: www.jobsonsoccer.com; @jobsonsoccer on Twitter, IG, and FB

Paul Jobson Social: @coachjobson on Twitter and IG

Tim Elmore "Habitudes" Program -- https://growingleaders.com/habitudes/

"Chasing What Matters" Podcast -- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chasing-what-matters/id1527359046

Leading: Learning from Life and My Years at Manchester United, by Alex Ferguson

Utmost for His Highest, by Oswald Chambers

The 21 Most Powerful Minutes in Leadership, by John Maxwell

In Episode 56, Kassie Gray, Founder/Director of Female Footballers and former Cal soccer player, talks with Phil about her mission and vision to help young girls focus on the mental aspects of sports, the value of playing multiple sports, the importance of mentors, preventing burnout, and what excites and disappoints her about soccer in America. Specifically, Kassie discusses:

• Her story, how she developed her passion for soccer and leadership, and how she got to be where she is today (2:44)
• The new club her husband started and how it is seeking to be different from the rest (6:37)
• The mission and vision of Female Footballers, and how Kassie is working to empower females in the world of soccer (9:40)
• The importance and value of playing multiple sports (16:14)
• The power of soccer as a tool to teach life lessons to our kids, and how we are getting it right and wrong in youth sports (21:10)
• Her personal why and how she is living it out in her life (24:23)
• Why everyone should have a mentor and why they are so important (28:25)
• What's causing our young players to burn out and what we can do to avoid it (33:22)
• Why we need to be proactive and not reactive (36:38)
• What excites Kassie about soccer in America (42:10)
• What she hopes young women going through Female Footballers will learn and internalize, and live out through the program (49:46)
• How she is using what she learned through soccer in her marriage and parenting (55:20)
• Her recommendations (1:00:45)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Female Footballers website
• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Mindset: The New Psychology of Success, by Carol Dweck
• Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance, by Angela Duckworth
• Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know, by Adam Grant
• The Sports Psych Show, by Dan Abrahams
• Laughter Permitted, by Julie Foudy
• Just Women's Sports Podcast
• "A League of Their Own" (film)
• "Ted Lasso" (Apple TV+)

In Episode 55, Aaron Blue, CEO of The Charis Project in Thailand, talks with Phil about how he ended up working with people on the Thailand/Burma border, how soccer is an integral part of his ministry, why soccer is such a powerful cross-cultural tool, and how his soccer coaches in his early years impacted him for reasons you wouldn't expect. Specifically, Aaron discusses:

• His story, how he developed his passion for leadership and ministry (1:53)
• How The Charis Project is using soccer to transform lives of the youth and others on the Thailand/Burma border (9:42)
• Why soccer is such a powerful tool for cross-cultural leadership development and ministry (27:06)
• The raw and vulnerable lesson he learned from his coaches in his early playing days, which have inspired him four decades later (32:45)
• His #1 Leadership book recommendation of all time (46:41)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• The Charis Project website
• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• A Failure of Nerve: Leadership in the Age of the Quick Fix, by Edwin Friedman

 

In Episode 54, Zac Hoffman, Author of Finding the Good Life as a SWALeader and former professional American football player in Europe, talking with Phil about intercultural competence, leading effectively in a foreign country, humility, playing American football in Europe, mental toughness and resilience, and helping players to overcome adversity. Specifically, Zac discusses:

• His story, how he developed his passion for football and leadership, his new book, and how he ended up playing football in Europe (2:12)
• The importance of intercultural competence in our leadership (9:23)
• Earning respect and leading effectively in a foreign country when speaking a different language (16:29)
• The importance of a humble, learning posture (20:07)
• Playing American football in countries that love the other (real) football (23:40)
• Lessons he learned when he transitioned to "the real world" after he retired from his football playing career (26:50)
• His personal why (32:11)
• Mental toughness and resilience (38:21)
• Importance of coaches helping their players overcome adversity (43:49)
• What he has learned directly from the game of American football that he has used in other areas of his life (47:13)
• His recommendation (50:31)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Phil and HSEL on Clubhouse -- @phildarke
• Finding the Good Life as a SWALeader: Effective Leadership in Our New World, by Zach Hoffman
• #Maxout Your Life: Strategies for Becoming an Elite Performer, by Ed Mylett

 

In Episode 53, Jesse Bradley, Pastor of Seattle Grace Community Church, Dartmouth College Men's Soccer Alum, and Former Professional in Scotland and Zimbabwe, talks with Phil about developing healthy mindset and habits, finding our purpose, developing muscle memory in our decision-making, collaboration in leadership, healthy and toxic teams, leading with confidence and clarity, identity formation, servant leadership, leaders as followers, and parenting and marriage advice. Specifically, Jesse discusses:

• His story, how he developed his passion for soccer, leadership, and ministry, and how a reaction to prescribed medication drastically changed his life (2:47)
• Mindset and how we can develop positive habits and purpose (8:21)
• Developing muscle memory in our decision making and living out our values, on and off the field (15:55)
• The importance of collaboration in leadership, and how we can do it well (18:13)
• Developing healthy cultures and dealing with toxic team members (25:24)
• Leading with confidence and faith, not in fear (35:10)
• Transformational Leadership and the importance of clarity in healthy organizations (39:14)
• Shaping identity of our ourselves and our teams, well beyond performance (44:10)
• Servant leadership and the concept that great leaders need to be great followers (48:52)
• His personal why and how he lives it out every day (55:24)
• His programs to help people in their parenting, marriages, and shaping identity (57:00)
• What he has learned from the game that he has used in his marriage and parenting (58:58)
• What resources he has learned from over the years (1:02:52)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Jesse's Website with free marriage, parenting, identity formation, and other programs
• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Phil and HSEL on Clubhouse -- @phildarke
• The Advantage, by Patrick Lencioni

In Episode 52, Paul and Phil recall some of the highlights of the first half of Season 4 and continue their conversation about the leadership genius of Ted Lasso, Coach Beard, and Nate the Great, covering Episodes 7 & 8 of the show. Specifically, they discuss:

 

• Highlights from the interviews we had with Diego Bocanegra, Lance Key, Will Russell, and Tracy Hamm in the first half of Season 4 (2:47)
• Making youth soccer more accessible to all kids, not just the wealthy, across the US (5:36)
• Specialization in youth sports (9:10)
• Using soccer to prepare our kids for adulthood (17:10)
• The power of connections between coach and player, as with Ted's connection with Jamie Tartt (23:40)
• Ted apologizing to Nate the Great, and the power of saying, "I'm sorry." (32:36)
• Lessons learned from Ted empowering Nate to give the pre-game speech at Everton (35:32)
• How the impact a coach can have on his or her players can last a lifetime in unexpected ways (40:20)
• The lessons learned from Ted's darts match with Rupert in Episode 9 (44:10)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Phil and HSEL on Clubhouse -- @phildarke
• Email Phil – phil@howsoccerexplainsleadership.com
• The Warrior Way
• Ted Lasso (Apple TV)

In Episode 168, Phil and Paul discuss their highlights from the first half of HSEL's Season 12, as well as some personal and professional updates. They talk about their conversations with Wells Thompson, Don Williams, and Brad Kenney, as well as their "Extra Time" episode, delving into topics like vulnerability, what it takes to become a pro athlete, navigating the changing college soccer landscape, prioritizing family values and player development, and the importance of life beyond the game.

If you're loving the show (or if you don't love it ; )), please to subscribe, give us your feedback, rate and review the show, and, most importantly, continually learn from the show and use it to help you flourish in everything you do.

Resources and Links from this Episode

·                 Uncut Video of the Episode

·                 HSEL Facebook Group

·                 Warrior Way Soccer

·                 Coaching the Bigger Game Program

·                 Phil's email for DISC Training

·                 The Soccer Psalms, Brad Kenney

In Episode 51, Tracy Hamm, Head Coach of UC Davis Women's Soccer, talks with Phil about her incredible journey to obtaining her UEFA A license and the documentary made about it ("Coach"), crashing big wheels and "pool sharking" as a kid, mentoring, creating and maintaining healthy culture, preventing toxic teams, understanding "the other" and other perspectives, integrity, and how pressure is a privilege. Specifically, Tracy discusses:

• Her story and how she grew her passion for soccer, coaching, and leadership (2:07)
• Lessons learned from her childhood crashing big wheels into walls and being a "pool shark" on the playground (7:04)
• Insight on an interesting recruiting story from her high school years (10:17)
• Her why and life purpose, and how it has played out in her playing and coaching over the years (12:11)
• The importance of mentors and mentoring as a coach (14:44)
• How she seeks to create and maintain healthy culture and encourage integrity on her teams (18:31)
• Toxic vs. healthy teams (22:11)
• "Coach," the documentary about her quest for the UEFA A Coaching License, and what it feels like to be one of the few women to earn the license, and why it is important to get more women coaches in the game (25:07)
• The importance of taking time to understand "the other" in our lives (27:55)
• The importance of having different perspectives in coaching staffs and teams (31:16)
• What she is most excited about and most disappointed about in US Soccer (36:51)
• What she hopes her players have internalized before they leave her program (39:10)
• What she learned from the game that she has used in her life outside the game (41:16)
• Her book and podcast recommendations (42:36)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• "Coach" (Documentary)
• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Phil and HSEL on Clubhouse -- @phildarke
• Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance, by Angela Duckworth
• "All or Nothing: Manchester City" (Amazon Prime)
• "Take Us Home: Leeds United" (Amazon Prime)

 

In Episode 50, we are continuing our Fan Favorites series by recasting our interview with Lee Baker, Owner of uScore Soccer and Director of Legacy Soccer Club, who talked with Phil about overcoming hardships, knowing and sticking to your "why," setting and pursuing goals, using soccer as a classroom for life and leadership, modeling ethics and integrity, perspective, mentoring, and sacrificial living. Specifically, Lee discusses:

• His story and how he developed his passion for soccer, leadership, and his journey to uScore and Legacy Soccer Club (1:48)
• What Lee has learned about leadership through hardships, and how he has grown through difficult experiences (5:56)
• The importance of mission, vision, and values to create clarity in your organization, goal setting, and really knowing your "why" (12:35)
• How uScore Soccer and Legacy Soccer Club are doing things differently and teaching his players life and leadership lessons through the game in their practices and "classroom" time (17:02)
• How we can teach and model character, ethics, and integrity, and compete at the highest level in our soccer clubs and organizations (23:22)
• How you can address parents and/or players who don't agree with your organization's mission, vision, and/or values (28:07)
• The importance of perspective and learning from the best in class, other cultures, and other disciplines (33:22)
• The benefits of mentoring in our organizations (38:46)
• How Lee uses lessons he has learned from the beautiful game in his marriage, parenting, and other areas of life (40:44)
• A fun conversation about a show that has impacted Lee's thinking on how soccer explains life and leadership (43:39)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Uncut Video of the Episode –https://youtu.be/G2hp8-vAA6A
• HSEL Facebook Group – https://www.facebook.com/groups/howsoccerexplainsleadership
• uScore Soccer website -- https://www.uscore-soccer.com
• Legacy Soccer Club website -- https://www.legacysoccer.org
• Ted Lasso (Amazon Prime) -- https://apple.co/3sDe9py

In Episode 49, we continue our Fan Favorites Series with our interview with Amanda Cromwell, Head Coach of UCLA Women's Soccer, Former National Team member and coach, former pro footballer, and Olympic Gold Medalist, who talked with Phil about vulnerability, recruiting, pursuing justice, and infectious influence. Specifically, she discusses:

• Her experience in soccer and leadership from her club career, to University of VA, to some other cool stuff, to her current position at UCLA. (1:46)
• The most memorable leaders she has played and coached with during her illustrious career, and the qualities that set them apart from the rest (3:21)
• The critical importance of understanding and connecting with your teammates and players you're coaching (6:10)
• Life and leadership lessons she has learned from the game itself (7:25)
• The importance of players, and all people, to experience and overcome adversity and failure early in life (9:50)
• What we can learn from our losses and failings (11:27)
• Leadership lessons (and some insider Bruin lore) from her Final Four experience in her National Championship season at UCLA (which also happened to be her first year at the school) (13:33)
• How to foster a healthy culture in a team full of elite players, and the difficulties of choosing captains (22:07)
• The non-negotiables of a captain (24:57)
• What she looks for in recruits (and their parents), how she works to prevent signing problem players to her program and how she deals with viruses who slip through the cracks (26:19)
• How to keep players content and motivated when they're on the bench, or worse, not in the Top 18 (30:29)
• How she cultivates a healthy team culture with a team full of differing world views, political views, demographics, and backgrounds, even when people disagree on important things (34:18)
• Resources that she recommends to us (53:43)

Resources and Links from this Episode

Audio with subtitles available on our YouTube channel (video not available due to technical difficulties)

UCLA Women's Soccer website & Social – https://uclabruins.com/sports/womens-soccer & @uclawsoccer

Amanda on Social -- @CromwellUCLA (Twitter) & @coach_cromwell (IG)

Corey Close on IG and Twitter --@coachcoriclose

How Soccer Explains Leadership Facebook Group -- https://www.facebook.com/groups/howsoccerexplainsleadership

"All or Nothing: Manchester City" – Amazon Prime

"All or Nothing: Tottenham" – Amazon Prime

"All of Notiong: All Blacks" – Amazon Prime

"The Social Dilemma" – Netflix

"Take the Ball, Pass the Ball" -- Netflix

How Soccer Explains the World: An Unlikely Theory of Globalization, by Franklin Foer

Failing Forward, by John Maxwell

Think Orphan Podcast "Two Perspectives on Abortion" Episode -- https://thinkorphan.com/2018/08/21/episode-110/

In Episode 48, we are continuing our fan favorites mini-series with a re-cast of our interview with Cori Close, Head Coach of UCLA Women's Basketball, who talked with Phil about lessons she learned from her mentor, John Wooden, her personal "Why," what a broom and a shovel have to do with leadership, her Close Conversations, healthy conflict, gratitude, Championship Level Habits, doing the next right thing, and how work done in the dark gets revealed in the light. Specifically, Coach Close discusses:

• Issues with specialization in one sport too early (2:52)
• How she developed her passion for soccer, basketball, and leadership, and how she got to be where she is today (4:02)
• Some lessons she learned while being mentored by the incomparable, John Wooden (8:56)
• Her personal "Why" and life mission, and how it informs her leadership (12:40)
• What are the things from sports that will stay with us for our whole life (14:44)
• Why she has a broom and a shovel in her office (18:55)
• How we can find and what we can learn from her Close Conversations on social media (21:44)
• Why healthy conflict and tension is necessary for any healthy team (24:34)
• A "have-to" vs. "get-to" mentality and why it matters (32:54)
• Creating and reaching Championship Level Habits (39:16)
• Doing the next right thing in the midst of the wrestle and getting back to neutral (45:57)
• What she wants her players to know when they leave her program (53:16)
• What she has learned directly from basketball (and soccer) that she has used in her life and leadership outside the game(s) (54:41)
• How the work done in the dark gets revealed in the light (58:34)
• Her book and podcast recommendations (1:00:44)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Coach Close on IG & Twitter (@coachcoriclose), and FB (Cori Close)
• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Phil and HSEL on Clubhouse -- @phildarke
• Ted Lasso (Apple TV)
• Legacy: What the All Blacks Can Teach Us About the Business of Life, by James Kerr
• The 7 Habits of Highly Successful People, by Stephen R. Covey
• Chop Wood, Carry Water: How to Fall in Love with the Process of Becoming Great, by Joshua Medcalf
• Burn Your Goals: The Counter Cultural Approach to Achieving Your Greatest Potential, by Joshua Medcalf
• The Advantage: Why Organizational Health Trumps Everything Else, by Patrick Lencioni
• Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable, by Patrick Lencioni
• The Third Option: Hope for a Racially Divided Nation, by Miles McPherson
• "Two Perspectives on Abortion," Think Orphan Podcast, Episode 110
• In Pursuit of Orphan Excellence: My Kids, Your Kids, Our Kids, by Philip Darke and Keith McFarland, et. al
• Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones, by James Clear
• It's Not Supposed to Be This Way: Finding Unexpected Strength When Disappointments Leave You Shattered, by Lisa Terkeurst
• It Takes What It Takes: How to Think Neutrally and Gain Control of Your Life, by Trever Moawad
• Win in the Dark, by Joshua Medcalf and Lucas Jadin
• The Focus 3 Podcast
• The Relentless Elimination of Hurry: How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually Alive in the Chaos of the Modern World, by John Mark Comer
• Fight Hustle, End Hurry Podcast with John Mark Comer and Jefferson Bethke

In Episode 47, we are re-casting our episode with Brad Miller, Founder of Soccer Resilience, Clinical Psychologist, and former Wake Forest soccer player, who talks with Phil about the four pillars of soccer resilience, how we can address anxiety and depression in sports, resetting and retraining our brains, fixed vs. growth mindsets, and whether we actually do play like we practice. Specifically, Brad discusses:

• His story and how he developed his passion for soccer, sports psychology, and leadership (2:11)
• The four pillars of soccer resilience (8:59)
• Anxiety and depression in sports and beyond (17:08)
• Why it's important to know that "it's not a you issue, it's a brain issue," and what that means (22:14)
• Resetting and retraining our brain, and what that looks like in practice (26:13)
• The concept of "what you celebrate, you practice," and how it relates to the mindfulness conversation (38:03)
• Fixed vs. Growth mindset and what it has to do with soccer (46:02)
• Is it really true that you play like you practice? (58:01)
• Can we recreate the stress and pressure of a penalty kick in training? (1:01:26)
• How Brad has used the principles from soccer in his marriage, parenting, and other areas of life (1:05:03)
• Brad's book recommendations (1:09:11)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Soccer Resilience website – soccerresilience.com
• Soccer Resilience YouTube channel -- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUQEXctanLbfHYfTNfSOUig
• Uncut Video of the Episode – https://youtu.be/KYVQLmQCah4
• HSEL Facebook Group – https://www.facebook.com/groups/howsoccerexplainsleadership
• Phil on Clubhouse -- @phildarke
• Mindset, by Carol Dweck
• Switch on Your Brain, by Caroline Leaf
• Start With Why, by Simon Sinek
• "Start with Why" TED Talk -- https://www.ted.com/talks/simon_sinek_how_great_leaders_inspire_action?language=en
• Think Orphan Podcast episode with Caroline Leaf -- https://thinkorphan.com/2020/10/27/episode-156-recast-caroline-leaf-switch-on-your-brain/
• The Power of Habit, by Charles Duhigg
• Atomic Habits, by James Clear
• Grit, by Angela Duckworth
• David and Goliath, by Malcolm Gladwell

 

In Episode 46, we are re-casting our conversation with Don Williams, Head of Operations for the Americas for Sports Recruiting USA and former coach at all levels of soccer, who talked with Phil about the #1 tool college coaches use to find recruits, how soccer players can find the "right fit," the recruiting implications of the small world of college and pro soccer, "punching coaches in the nose" with player emails and videos, and real-world lessons kids can learn through the recruiting process. Specifically, Don discusses:

• His story and how he developed his passion for soccer, leadership, and his long journey to SRUSA Soccer (1:31)
• How Don's work with SRUSA is similar to his work as a coach of soccer teams at all levels (5:19)
• The need for players to have both raw athleticism and passion for the sport to play at the college level and beyond (11:06)
• The importance of soccer players finding the "right fit" and how they can do so (16:00)
• Why creating and knowing your budget is critical in the recruiting process (23:53)
• Selling yourself and not burying the lead in your videos, emails, and other recruiting communications with prospective colleges (and employers) (32:53)
• The importance of "punching someone in the nose" in the recruiting process (37:17)
• How to make videos on a tight budget (40:58)
• Making the kids put in the work with their videos, emails, and other areas of the recruiting process (43:33)
• The small world of college and pro soccer, and how it relates to the world outside the game (44:58)
• The #1 tool that college coaches use to find recruits (49:46)
• What most coaches are looking for when they recruit at tournaments and showcases (55:08)
• Showing the colleges (or employer) that you've done your homework on them and that you know why you think it's the right fit for you (59:44)
• Real world lessons kids can learn during the recruiting process (1:03:50)
• How to grab a coach's attention in a subject line and email (1:06:56)
• How Don is using lessons learned in soccer in his life outside the game (1:10:22)
• Don's book recommendations

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group – https://www.facebook.com/groups/howsoccerexplainsleadership
• Don's Twitter handle -- @Don_K_Williams
• SRUSA Website -- https://www.sportsrecruitingusa.com
• How Soccer Explains the World, by Franklin Foer
• Inside Out Coaching, by Joe Ehrmann
• 10% Happier, by Dan Harris
• Inside College Soccer Podcast -- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-college-soccer/id1480369430

In Episode 45, Will Russell, Founder & CEO of Russell Marketing and Executive Director of Russell Gives Foundation, talks with Phil about his work with Street Soccer USA, lessons he has learned from soccer and Premier League managers, success measures, his "why," and the sacrifices needed to reach elite status. Specifically, Will discusses:

 

• How he developed his passion for soccer and leadership, and how he got to be where he is today (1:51)
• His work with Street Soccer USA (3:57)
• Lessons he has learned from reading biographies of great managers that he has applied to his marketing work and other areas of life, including accountability and shared mission, vision, and values (7:32)
• Lessons he has learned from the beautiful game that he uses in his marriage and marketing business, including fixed vs. growth mindset (21:53)
• How different managers measure success and how he measures success in his life (33:11)
• Whether sacrifices are needed to reach elite levels in sports and other areas of life (41:12)
• Will's "why" and how he lives it out in his life (50:29)
• His recommendations (58:58)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Will on Twitter and LinkedIn
• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Phil and HSEL on Clubhouse -- @phildarke
• Contact Phil about DISC Training
• Jack Wilshere Goal
• The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable, by Patrick Lencioni
• Mindset: The New Psychology of Success, by Carol Dweck
• Wenger: My Life Lessons in Red and White, by Arsene Wenger
• Alex Ferguson: My Autobiography, by Sir Alex Ferguson
• Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones, by James Clear
• E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don't Work and What to Do About It, by Michael E. Gerber
• Living Forward: A Proven Plan to Stop Drifting and Get the Life You Wanted, by Michael Hyatt and Daniel Harkavy
• "All or Nothing: Manchester City" (Amazon Prime)
• "F1: Drive to Survive" (Netflix)
• "All or Nothing: Tottenham Hotspur" (Amazon Prime)

In Episode 44, Lance Key, Head Coach of University of Louisiana at Lafayette Women's Soccer, talks with Phil about overcoming adversity and resilience, his personal "why," stewarding family and team, prioritizing our platforms, creating, communicating, and reinforcing values, and reversing the trend of entitlement. Specifically, Lance discusses:

• How he developed his passion for soccer and leadership, and how he got to be where he is today (4:02)
• How concussions ended his career and the life lessons we can all learn from adversity (10:10)
• His personal "why" and how he lives it out in the different areas of his life (24:21)
• The balance of stewardship over family and coaching (and other vocations) (33:29)
• The concept of our "platform" and prioritizing our platforms (45:10)
• The importance of a humble and learning posture (49:30)
• Creating, communicating, and reinforcing values in our teams (55:03)
• The recent rise of entitlement in our youth and how we can reverse the trend (1:01:44)
• What he has learned directly from soccer that he has used in his life and leadership outside the game (1:09:21)
• His book and podcast recommendations (1:12:30)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Phil and HSEL on Clubhouse -- @phildarke
• Switch on Your Brain: The Key to Peak Happiness, Thinking, and Health, by Caroline Leaf
• The Coddling of the American Mind: How Good Intentions and Bad Ideas are Setting Up a Generation for Failure, by Jonathan Haidt
• All In: You Are One Decision Away From a Totally Different Life, by Mark Batterson
• I Can't Accept Not Trying: Michael Jordan on the Pursuit of Excellence, by Michael Jordan

In Episode 43, Diego Bocanegra, Head Coach of University of Houston Women's Soccer, talks with Phil about how his childhood shaped his love for soccer, specialization, how we can give youth sports back to the kids, the state of soccer in America, what elite players have in common, his personal "Why," his new podcast, and what he has learned from the beautiful game that he uses in other areas of life. Specifically, Diego discusses:

• How he developed his passion for soccer, other sports, and leadership, and how he got to be where he is today (2:06)
• How his childhood experiences and his parents have shaped him and taught him lessons that help him in his coaching (6:09)
• His thoughts on specialization, and if and when kids should specialize in one sport (10:17)
• How he believes club and youth soccer are being taken away from the kids and what we can do about it (16:26)
• The state of soccer in America and how we need to make it more about the players' flourishing (22:47)
• The common threads among elite athletes (34:43)
• His personal "Why" and life mission, and how it informs his leadership (42:03)
• The why and what of his new podcast, "Boca" (46:33)
• Clubhouse and how we can engage the new platform to help us and others flourish (52:35)
• How Diego used the lessons learned playing and coaching soccer in his stint in the financial planning and insurance world, and vice-versa (58:31)
• What he wants his players to know when they leave his program (1:04:19)
• What he has learned directly from soccer that he has used in his life and leadership outside the game (1:06:32)
• His book and podcast recommendations (1:09:40)

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Diego's "Boca" Podcast
• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Phil and HSEL on Clubhouse -- @phildarke
• Changing the Game: The Parent's Guide to Raising Happy, High Performing Athletes, and Giving Youth Sports Back to our Kids, by John O'Sullivan
• Mindset: The New Psychology of Success, by Carol Dweck
• Rich Dad, Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not!, by Robert T. Kiyosaki
• The Millionaire Next Door: The Surprising Secrets of America's Rich, by Thomas J. Stanley, Ph.D, and William D. Danko, Ph.D
• Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us, by Daniel Pink
• Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance, by Angela Duckworth
• Toughness: Developing True Strength On and Off the Court, by Jay Bilas
• Black Box Thinking: Why Most People Don't Learn From Their Mistakes, But Some Do, by Matthew Syed
• Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking, by Malcolm Gladwell

 

In Episode 42, our co-host, Phil Darke, finishes off this offseason's talks by sharing five life lessons we can all learn from the beautiful game and apply in every area of our lives: 1) Maximum effort; 2) Always be on your guard; 3) Be able to make decisions on the fly; 4) Your work is important even if nobody sees it; and 5) Rest is a critical component of success. 

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Email Phil for information about DISC training and/or Coaching the Bigger Game program – phil@howsoccerexplainsleadership.com
• The Warrior Way Program
• Sleep Smarter: 21 Essential Strategies to Sleep Your Way to a Better Body, Better Health, and Bigger Success, by Shawn Stevenson

In Episode 167, we are recasting our interview with Pete Kipley, Founder of Bolta Soccer, Music Producer and Songwriter, in which he talks with Phil about his journey from being a music producer to opening a soccer training facility in Nashville. He discusses the similarities between the music and soccer worlds, emphasizing the importance of mentality, culture, and leadership in both fields. Pete also talks about his philosophy at Bolta, focusing on curating quality trainers, creating opportunities, and connecting players with the right resources. The conversation delves into parenting, motivating young athletes, and the impact of COVID-19 on youth sports. Pete concludes with reflections on the qualities of effective coaches and the far-reaching implications of lessons from soccer on parenting and life. Specifically, he discusses:

·      His story of how soccer and leadership have influenced his life and how he ended up leaving the music industry to start an indoor facility.

·      His philosophy at Bolta Soccer and how they are curating, creating, and connecting in their development of trainers and players in their community

·      How breaking into and advancing in the music industry and the soccer world involve many of the same things

·      How the college soccer recruiting process prepares athletes for the world outside of soccer

·      What Pete has learned from the game of soccer as a man who has only recently fallen in love with the beautiful game, particularly what he has learned about the mental side of the game

·      The dangers and negative impact of parents, coaches, and other leaders micromanaging and pressuring the people they're leading, and why it is critical to foster an environment allowing for a freedom to fail 

·      How to deal with failure and "bad balls" in soccer and life

·      The importance of teamwork and teammates covering for each other

·      The common threads that Pete has seen in the best soccer coaches he has worked with in his life

·      Principles from soccer that he applies in his marriage and parenting in his home (and Pete gets really philosophical on this one)

·      Resources that Pete recommends to us

Resources and Links Mentioned in this Episode

Video of this episode

Bolta Soccer website

Warrior Way Soccer

Phil's email for DISC training

"All or Nothing: Manchester City" – Amazon Prime

"All or Nothing: Tottenham" – Amazon Prime

"Ted Lasso" – Apple TV

"Take Us Home: Leeds United" – Amazon Prime

In Episode 41, our next Offseason Talks series has our co-host, Paul Jobson, continuing his conversation with Marci Jobson, former USWNT, professional player, and Division 1 Coach, and mother of 4 boys (and Paul's bride), about the final three pillars of the Warrior Way program: skill, mental toughness, and body readiness.  

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• The Warrior Way Program

 

In Episode 40, we continue our Offseason Talks series with our co-host, Paul Jobson, talking with Marci Jobson (yes, Paul's bride), former USWNT, professional player, and Division 1 Coach, and mother of 4 boys, about The Warrior Way and its first three pillars: Worship, Work, and Serve.  

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• The Warrior Way Program

 

In Episode 39, we continue our Offseason Talks series with our co-host, Paul Jobson, talking about why a commitment to communication is a critical component of any healthy team.  

Resources and Links from this Episode

• Uncut Video of the Episode
• HSEL Facebook Group
• Phil and HSEL on Clubhouse -- @phildarke
• Email Phil – phil@howsoccerexplainsleadership.com – to set up a call to discuss how DISC can help you in your leadership and other areas of your life
• Warrior Way Soccer Training