Crossbar Conversations with Don & Blodge
"Crossbar Conversations with Don & Blodge" was created to put a spotlight on GK topics that few understand or simply shy away from. This podcast contains honest goalkeeping conversations featuring guests that are knowledgeable on GK specific topics. Laughs included. AUDIENCE = GKs, GK Coaches, Head Coaches, Directors of Clubs, Directors of GKs at Clubs, & parents
Episodes
Agenda: Successful Head Coach & GK Coach Relationship
- UNC Women Dynasty
- Team Culture Mentality
- Core Values & Trust
- Competition within the Team Environment
- Peer Feedback
- GK Leadership
Coach: Anson Dorrance, Retired University of North Carolina (UNC) Head Coach - Head Coach of UNC Women's soccer team from 1979 - 2024, and the men's team from 1977 - 1988. 21-time NCAA National Champion. 7-time NCAA National C...
Agenda: Worldwide Goalkeeping Development Trends
- Global Goalkeeping Development Trends
- US vs UK vs Worldwide - Differences & Similarities
- GK Culture
- GK Coach vs Head Coach Relationship
- GK Coach Influences within the Club
- GK Coaching Education
- Influence of the 5 Elements of a GK's Development
- Pain Points
- Next Steps
Coach: Tony Elliott (Birmingham, England) - UEFA A License GK Coach. Head of Women's I...
Agenda: The Evolution & Future Trends of Goalkeeper Coaching
- Tactical Game Related Training
- GK Coaching Education
- Goalkeeping Game Model
- GK Coach - Official Member of the Coaching Staff
- Proper Training Environment
- Environment vs Session
- Communication Between HC and GK Coach
- Mentorships
Coach: Phil Wheddon (Pennsylvania) - Philadelphia Union Assistant Coach & Director of Goalkeeping. FIFA Technical Expert. I...
Agenda: Psychological Pressures of Goalkeeping
- Who Needs to Understand?
- Support Group is Needed
- How do Coaches Administer Pressure in Training?
- How Do Coaches Train the Mind?
- Tools to Relieve Pressure
- Pressure & Confidence Go Hand in Hand
- Life Lessons
- Pressure is a Privilege
Coach: Dr. Bill Steffen (North Carolina) - Associate Professor of Sport Science Wingate University. United Soccer Coaches Lead Educator GK ...
Agenda:
- Skills Acquired in Youth Development
- College Competition - Competing to be #1
- Professional MLS Competition
- Being the #2
- How to Deal with Adversity
- Earning the #1
- Keeping the #1
- Coaching In the Professional MLS Game
- Pathways & Opportunities - What to Look For
- Parent Takeaways to Support Your GK
Coach: Jon Conway (Toronto) - Former 12 Year Professional MLS Goalkeeper (Toronto FC, Chivas USA, New ...
Agenda:
- Define GK Coach & GK Trainer
- Purposes of GK Coach & GK Trainer
- Difference Between GK Coach & GK Trainer
- GK Coach or GK Trainer w/in the Club?
- How do We Develop More GK Coaches?
Coach: Mike Ammann (North Carolina) - Founder 247GK. GK Coach w/ UNC Charlotte Mens Soccer. GK Coach @ Charlotte Independence. Former Professional Goalkeeper in English Football (Charlton Athletic) and MLS (Kansas City W...
Agenda:
- GK Coach & Head Coach Relationship
- Reality vs Ideal in Club/Academy Environment
- Head Coach Goalkeeping Knowledge is Needed
- Collaboration is a MUST
- How Changes Can Occur
Coach: Ian Feuer (California) - Owner of Ian Feuer Goalkeeping Academy. Former USMNT & US Olympic Goalkeeper. Former Professional Goalkeeper (English Premier League, Major League Soccer). Former USMNT, USWNT, Professional & Collegi...
Agenda:
- GK Development w/in the Club
- Current vs Ideal Status GK Development w/in the Club
- GK Coaches Roles w/in the Club
- GK Coaches Relationships w/ DOC & Head Coaches
- Collaboration is a MUST
- Benefits
Coach: Jon Busch (Pennsylvania) - Goalkeeper Coach, Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC (USL Championship). Director of Goalkeeping, Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC. Former Director of Goalkeeping @ Hibernian FC (Scottish Premiershi...
Agenda
- GK Culture - What is it?
- Starting a GK Culture in a Club
- Support System
- GK Culture - Reality vs Ideal
Coach - Brett Rosenberger (California): UGKA BOD Member. Director, Azteca Proving Grounds. Former Professional Midfielder & Goalkeeper (Germany & USA). @aztecaprovinggrounds
Agenda - Introduction to Crossbar Conversations
- Introduction Don Maples, Paul Blodgett, Erik Eisenhut
- Purpose/Reasons behind Crossbar Conversations
- Preview of the First 5 Episodes
- Promises to the Audience
Coaches
- Don Maples (Tennessee): Owner, Clean Sheet GK Academy. USSF Coach Educational Staff. United Soccer Coaches Educational Staff. USYS ODP Region South Coaching Staff. USYS ODP Director of Goalkeeping for Flori...
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