Description

In this episode, host Josh Tyler interviews Steve Axell, the East Cap Director for Rush Soccer and the men's soccer coach at Cortland University. They discuss leadership, personality tests, and the importance of understanding players' individual strengths and styles. They also talk about the four-year leadership development process at Cortland and the challenges of the recruitment process. The conversation highlights the need for coaches to focus on more than just playing time and for players to start the recruitment process early and be open to different opportunities.

Takeaways

• Understanding players' personalities and leadership styles is crucial for effective coaching.
• The recruitment process should start early to allow for exploration and self-discovery.
• Success should be defined beyond playing time and statistics.
• Coaches should be intentional and focused during recruitment events to provide a better experience for players.
• Leadership development should be a continuous process throughout a player's college career.