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How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastDeveloping Players for Life - Season 13 Water Break with Paul and PhilIn Episode 190, Phil and Paul dive into the importance of individual and team development in every level of soccer. They discuss the role of effective communication between coaches and players, emphasizing the significance of understanding each player's personality and motivational needs. Paul brings his recent experiences from his new role as a club director to the table, particularly surrounding the recurring theme of balancing tactical instructions with personal development. We also discuss the critical influence parents have on their children's athletic experience and offers advice on how parents and coaches can foster a positive, growth-oriented environment. Listeners will come...
2026-02-0550 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastSeason 13 Halftime Show – Redeeming Your TimeIn Episode 184, Phil and Paul reflect on the first half of Season 13, discussing highlights from their conversations with Greg Rubendall, Rick McKinley, Becca Darke, and Peter Greer. They also talk about ways we can redeem time in our lives, particularly in the context of parent-child relationships, and the importance of creating meaningful time with your kids and spouses. Resources and Links from this Episode · Uncut Video of the Episode · Warrior Way Soccer · Phil's email for DISC Training · Nations United Website
2025-11-1338 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastBecca Darke – Overcoming Injuries, Receiving Identity, and Making RoomIn Episode 182, Becca Darke, Colorado College Women's Soccer Hall of Famer, former PE Teacher, former Athletes in Action staff, mother of five, and, yes, wife of Phil, shares with Phil and Paul about her journey from hockey-centric Minnesota to her youth and collegiate soccer career, how she battled injuries, and her growing faith that led her to ministry in sports. Becca shares her experiences as the Atlanta Beat Chaplain, affirming the role of soccer in shaping character, leadership, and relationships. Becca also reflects on her personal 'why,' how Scripture continually shapes her, the importance of "making room" for...
2025-10-161h 09
Mount Hermon Christian Camps and Conference CenterPhil Darke: Four Keys to Better Connection, Communication, and Conflict Resolution with your Family (2 of 2) 06-10-25The post Phil Darke: Four Keys to Better Connection, Communication, and Conflict Resolution with your Family (2 of 2) 06-10-25 appeared first on Mount Hermon Christian Camps and Conference Center.
2025-09-131h 03Mount Hermon Christian Camps and Conference CenterPhil Darke: Four Keys to Better Connection, Communication, and Conflict Resolution with your Family (1 of 2) 06-09-25The post Phil Darke: Four Keys to Better Connection, Communication, and Conflict Resolution with your Family (1 of 2) 06-09-25 appeared first on Mount Hermon Christian Camps and Conference Center.
2025-09-131h 01
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastSeason 12 Post-Match Show with Phil and PaulIn Episode 173, Phil and Paul discuss their highlights from the second half of HSEL's Season 12, which included Frank Kelly, Sean Miller, Roman Khripunov, and Paul Caliguiri, as well as some other topics they have been pondering lately. You don't want to miss some great leadership nuggets on vulnerability, perseverance, humility, hard work, integrity, and creativity. If you're loving the show (or if you don't love it ; )), please 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.
2025-06-1242 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastFaith, Perseverance, and National Team Glory with Paul Caligiuri, OCFC Manager and US Nat'l Soccer Hall of FamerIn Episode 172, Paul Caligiuri, OCFC Manager, US Nat'l Soccer Hall of Famer, Former USMNT defender/midfielder and pro player in US and Germany, one of the first Americans to play professionally in Europe, and the unlikely scorer of the "shot heard 'round the world," talks with Phil and Paul about his remarkable journey from a passionate young soccer enthusiast to a defining figure in U.S. soccer history. He also recounts his serendipitous connection with Phil relating to a World War II era family relic, which you don't want to miss, and some moments from his impressive soccer career...
2025-05-2951 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastSeason 12 Halftime Show with Phil and PaulIn 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...
2025-04-0344 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastPriorities, Values, and Player Development – HSEL Extra Time with Paul and PhilIn Episode 166 of How Soccer Explains Leadership, hosts Phil Darke and Paul Jobson discuss the intersection of youth soccer, leadership, priorities, and family values. Through personal and professional experience, they address the importance of aligning family priorities with athletic commitments. They emphasize the benefits of learning from losses, balancing sports and family life, and enabling kids to navigate conversations with coaches. The episode also explores the use of video cameras at young ages, impact of extensive travel for youth tournaments, and the pressures on young athletes. Specifically, they discuss: 03:40 Priorities in Youth Sports 07:03 Core family...
2025-03-061h 01
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastHSEL 2024 Year End SpecialIn Episode 162, Paul and Phil have a great conversation about their 2024 highlights, including their favorite ministry and family moments, as well as the most impactful books, movies, podcasts, and HSEL episodes they have enjoyed this year. They also discuss the current youth and college soccer landscape, particularly how we can make it more about the kids and young adults playing the game. No doubt you will learn a lot from this conversation and have fun in the process. Resources and Links from this Episode Video of the Episode HSEL Facebook Group ...
2025-01-0956 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastInsights from the Beautiful Game - HSEL's Top 13 Highlights of 2024In Episode 161, we are wrapping up 2024 with our top 13 highlights (plus a bonus clip as our gift to you) from each of our interviews this year. As we step into 2025, we're showcasing powerful takeaways from our guests, which highlight key principles of leadership that transcend soccer and apply to every area of our lives. There is even more wisdom packed into the full interviews, so be sure to check them out at howsoccerexplainsleadership.com or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Clips Featured in This Episode: David Irby – "Bringing Hope" Todd Yelton – "Closer to God"...
2024-12-2646 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastUsing Soccer to Overcome Trauma with David Ricca, 9/11 Survivor and Growth Advisor for Street Soccer USA - RECASTIn Episode 156, we are recasting our episode with 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, who talked with Phil about 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...
2024-10-1756 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastMotivational Climate and "Teamship" with Dan Abrahams, Sports Psychologist, Best-Selling Author, and Podcast Host - RECASTIn Episode 154, we are recasting our episode with 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, who 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 P...
2024-09-191h 20
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastWhat is Your ANCHOR? with Keeley Hagen, Colorado State Soccer Head Coach and Former Pro and Collegiate Player -- RECASTIn Episode 152, we are recasting our episode with Keeley Hagen, Colorado State Head Coach, former assistant coach at University of Texas and University of Tennessee, former USWNT, Sky Blue FC, and Atlanta Beat player, 3-time All-American defender at University of Tennessee, and wife, in which she talks with Phil and Paul about what drives her to lead her players with excellence, lessons learned from her playing and coaching career, leadership lessons gleaned from her most influential coach and from her teammates, how she is using lessons from the game in her marriage, how she is using DISC in her...
2024-08-2257 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastChanging College Soccer Forever: The Recent NCAA SettlementIn Episode 149, Phil and Paul change it up a bit and dive into the recent NCAA settlement related to NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) and its far-reaching implications for college sports. They discuss how the $2.7 billion settlement will impact various stakeholders, including current and future student-athletes, coaches, and universities. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including potential cuts to non-revenue men's sports, Title IX implications, the involvement of private equity firms, and the broader effects on lower divisions and high school sports. They stress the importance of understanding these changes and preparing for the evolving landscape of college...
2024-07-1148 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastSeason 11 Halftime ShowIn Episode 145, Paul and Phil cover their favorite moments from the first half of Season 11, which included some great nuggets of wisdom from incredible coaches and leaders and unforgettable stories that you do not want to miss. Paul talks about his recent trip to Costa Rica with Warrior Way, Samford Women's Soccer Team, and its coach who happens to be our next guest kicking off Season 11's second half, Phil shares about some great upcoming opportunities, and Phil recommends a great new soccer movie that you'll want to check out. Resources and Links from this Episode
2024-05-1645 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastSeason 10 Post-Match ShowIn Episode 140, Paul and Phil cover their favorite moments from the second half of Season 10, which included some great nuggets of wisdom from ultra-marathoners, coaching legends, and authors, as well as unforgettable stories that you definitely don't want to miss. Phil and Paul also give some recommendations that you'll want to check out. Resources and Links from this Episode · Uncut Video of the Episode · HSEL Facebook Group · Warrior Way Soccer · Providence World website · Coaching the Bigger Game Program · Phil's email for DISC Training · The Christian Athlete: Glorifying God in S...
2024-03-0740 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership Podcast2023 Year in Review and Season 10 Halftime ShowIn Episode 135, Paul and Phil cover their favorite moments from the second half of Season 10, including Paul's favorite episode of all-time, their top 3 episodes from the incredible guests we've had on HSEL throughout 2023, their Top 3 books of the year (Phil had a few more), and Phil's top 5 sports/leadership documentaries of 2023. It's a great way to top off an incredible year of Soccer, Life, and Leadership! Resources and Links from this Episode · Uncut Video of the Episode · HSEL Facebook Group · Warrior Way Soccer · Providence World website · Coaching the B...
2023-12-2854 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastHSEL Season 9 Post-Match ShowIn Episode 129, Paul and Phil discuss their favorite moments and leadership nuggets from our incredible guests in the second half of Season 9 (Jonathan Van Horn, Peter Greer, Jeff Spencer, and Patrick Gilliam), Paul's new gig with SRUSA, the North American Sport Movement and Cup of Nations gatherings that Phil attended over the past couple months, some great books that Paul and Phil have read recently, and other topics that hopefully will help you be better in every area of your life. We are certain you will learn something and be challenged by this conversation. What were your...
2023-10-0554 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastHSEL Season 9 Halftime ShowIn Episode 124, Paul and Phil discuss their favorite moments and leadership nuggets from our incredible guests in the first half of Season 9 (Graham Daniels, Margueritte Aozasa, Josh Glover, and Skip Gilbert), a glimpse into the great work that Paul and Warrior Way did with different communities in Guatemala earlier this month, some great books that Paul and Phil have read recently, and other topics that hopefully will help you be better in every area of your life. We are certain you will learn something and be challenged by this conversation. What were your favorite moments from the...
2023-07-2743 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastHSEL Season 8 Post-Match ShowIn Episode 119, Paul and Phil discuss their favorite moments and leadership nuggets from our great guests in the second half of Season 8, a sneak preview into Season 9, a glimpse into what the summer is bringing to the Darke and Jobson households, and other topics that hopefully will help you be better in every area of your life. We are certain you will learn something and be challenged by this conversation. What were your favorite moments from Season 8? We'd love for you to share them in the comments! Resources and Links from this Episode · Uncut...
2023-05-1852 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastWhat is Your ANCHOR? with Keeley Hagen, Colorado State Soccer Head Coach, Former Pro, and 3-time All-AmericanIn Episode 112, Keeley Hagen, Colorado State Head Coach, former assistant coach at University of Texas and University of Tennessee, former USWNT, Sky Blue FC, and Atlanta Beat player, 3-time All-American defender at University of Tennessee, and wife, talks with Phil and Paul about what drives her to lead her players with excellence, lessons learned from her playing and coaching career, leadership lessons gleaned from her most influential coach and from her teammates, how she is using lessons from the game in her marriage, how she is using DISC in her coaching at CSU, how she overcame injuries throughout her...
2023-02-0955 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastWinning AND Learning with Keri Sanchez, Colorado College Head Coach and Former USWNT, UNC, and Professional PlayerIn Episode 110, Keri Sanchez, Head Coach of Colorado College Women's Soccer, former Head Coach at Illinois Wesleyan and Claremont McKenna-Harvey Mudd-Scripps, former assistant at UT-Austin and University of Oregon, US Soccer Scout and USYNT assistant, and former WUSA, WPS, USWNT, and UNC-Chapel Hill player, kicks off Season 8 by talking with Phil and Paul about lessons learned from her extensive playing and coaching career, specifically what she learned under legendary coach, Anson Dorrance, the value of playing multiple sports, the best leaders she played with, and how she is using DISC to improve her coaching and player interactions. Specifically, Keri...
2023-01-121h 01
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastSeason 7 Halftime ShowIn Episode 104, Paul and Phil discuss an important change for HSEL, which will go into effect after this episode), highlights from the first half of Season 7, and, of course, several important lessons from the beautiful game that will help us flourish on and off the field. 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
2022-10-2044 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership Podcast50 Years of Stories with Horst Richardson, Legendary Colorado College Coach & USC Hall of FamerIn Episode 103, Horst Richardson, who coached the Colorado College Tigers Men's Soccer team for 50 years and is a United Soccer Coaches Hall of Fame Member, talks with Phil and Paul about his extensive coaching experience and the lessons he learned from the journey, his favorite things about coaching, unorthodox film sessions, leadership and life lessons he has taught and learned from a half-century of coaching, how he defines success in coaching, why coaches need to not blow their whistles too much, and, most of all, some incredible (and funny) stories from his really long coaching career (all of which...
2022-10-1358 minPodcast Archives - Mount Hermon Christian Camps and Conference CenterPhil Darke: Cracking the Connection and Communication Code with Our Kids and Spouses (2 of 2) 06-14-2022Seminar from Mount Hermon’s 2022 Family Camp. For more information visit https://www.mounthermon.org
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2022-09-211h 08Mount Hermon Christian Camps and Conference CenterPhil Darke: Cracking the Connection and Communication Code with Our Kids and Spouses (2 of 2) 06-14-2022Seminar from Mount Hermon’s 2022 Family Camp. For more information visit https://www.mounthermon.org
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2022-09-211h 08Podcast Archives - Mount Hermon Christian Camps and Conference CenterPhil Darke: Cracking the Connection and Communication Code with Our Kids and Spouses (1 of 2) 06-13-2022Seminar from Mount Hermon’s 2022 Family Camp. For more information visit https://www.mounthermon.org
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2022-09-2159 minMount Hermon Christian Camps and Conference CenterPhil Darke: Cracking the Connection and Communication Code with Our Kids and Spouses (1 of 2) 06-13-2022Seminar from Mount Hermon’s 2022 Family Camp. For more information visit https://www.mounthermon.org
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2022-09-2159 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastSeason 7 Pre-Season ShowIn Episode 99, Paul and Phil preview the upcoming season, highlights from their summer trips, ministry opportunities, and DISC trainings, the origin of the "Blue Hose" mascot at Paul's alma mater, Presbyterian College, and their thoughts on the summer "Lost Episodes of the Coaching Character Podcast" series. 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 Remember the Titans (film) Rudy (film)
2022-09-1531 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastLearning from Remember the Titans - The Lost Episodes of Coaching Character Podcast, Volume 10In Episode 98 and other episodes this summer, we are taking a break from our normal programming to share with you some unreleased episodes from the Coaching Character Podcast, which Phil recorded with Coach Roz, who played football for the Oakland Raiders and San Diego State, and now runs The Playmakers, which works with at-risk and developmentally different children. This is great content that we wanted to ensure got the airtime it deserves. In this episode, Coach Roz and Phil talk about their interview with Phil Dubois, lessons we can all learn from Remember the Titans, and measuring success in...
2022-09-0845 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastWhat's the Point of Youth Sports? - The Lost Episodes of Coaching Character Podcast, Volume 9, with Phil DuBois, Former Washington Redskins Tight EndIn Episode 97 and other episodes this summer, we are taking a break from our normal programming to share with you some unreleased episodes from the Coaching Character Podcast, which Phil recorded with Coach Roz, who played football for the Oakland Raiders and San Diego State, and now runs The Playmakers, which works with at-risk and developmentally different children. This is great content that we wanted to ensure got the airtime it deserves. In this episode, Coach Roz and Phil talk with Phil DuBois, Former Tight End with the Washington Redskins and San Diego State Aztecs, about the purpose of...
2022-09-0143 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastWhat Can We Learn from Rudy? -- The Lost Episodes of Coaching Character Podcast, Volume 8, with Coach RozIn Episode 96 and other episodes this summer, we are taking a break from our normal programming to share with you some unreleased episodes from the Coaching Character Podcast, which Phil recorded with Coach Roz, who played football for the Oakland Raiders and San Diego State, and now runs The Playmakers, which works with at-risk and developmentally different children. This is great content that we wanted to ensure got the airtime it deserves. In this episode, Coach Roz and Phil talk about their conversation with Chris Saras, covering topics such as whether attitude and effort are nature or nurture, strategies...
2022-08-2539 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastThe Lost Episodes of Coaching Character Podcast, Volume 7, with Chris Saras, High School Football Coach and Former College QuarterbackIn Episode 95 and other episodes this summer, we are taking a break from our normal programming to share with you some unreleased episodes from the Coaching Character Podcast, which Phil recorded with Coach Roz, who played football for the Oakland Raiders and San Diego State, and now runs The Playmakers, which works with at-risk and developmentally different children. This is great content that we wanted to ensure got the airtime it deserves. In this episode, Coach Roz and Phil talk with Chris Saras, High School Football (American) Coach, Former University of Redlands Quarterback, and NY Life Agent, about building...
2022-08-1839 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastThe Lost Episodes of Coaching Character Podcast, Volume 6, with Coach RozIn Episode 94 and other episodes this summer, we are taking a break from our normal programming to share with you some unreleased episodes from the Coaching Character Podcast, which Phil recorded with Coach Roz, who played football for the Oakland Raiders and San Diego State, and now runs The Playmakers, which works with at-risk and developmentally different children. This is great content that we wanted to ensure got the airtime it deserves. In this episode, Coach Roz and Phil talk about their previous conversation with Darrell Garrettson, how to communicate love to our children and the players we coach...
2022-08-1133 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastThe Lost Episodes of Coaching Character Podcast, Volume 5, with Darrell Garrettson, University of Arizona Football Offensive AnalystIn Episode 93 and other episodes this summer, we are taking a break from our normal programming to share with you some unreleased episodes from the Coaching Character Podcast, which Phil recorded with Coach Roz, who played football for the Oakland Raiders and San Diego State, and now runs The Playmakers, which works with at-risk and developmentally different children. This is great content that we wanted to ensure got the airtime it deserves. In this episode, Coach Roz and Phil talk with Darrell Garrettson, Offensive Analyst for University of Arizona, and former quarterback for Utah State and Oregon State, about...
2022-08-0443 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastThe Lost Episodes of Coaching Character Podcast, Volume 4In Episode 92 and other episodes this summer, we are taking a break from our normal programming to share with you some unreleased episodes from the Coaching Character Podcast, which Phil recorded with Coach Roz, who played football for the Oakland Raiders and San Diego State, and now runs The Playmakers, which works with at-risk and developmentally different children. This is great content that we wanted to ensure got the airtime it deserves. In this episode, Coach Roz and Phil talk about their previous conversation with Andrew Murakami, strengthening marriages, how coaches can supplement the roles of moms and dads...
2022-07-2841 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastThe Lost Episodes of Coaching Character Podcast with Andrew Murakami, Pastor and CoachIn Episode 91 and other episodes this summer, we are taking a break from our normal programming to share with you some unreleased episodes from the Coaching Character Podcast, which Phil recorded with Coach Roz, who played football for the Oakland Raiders and San Diego State, and now runs The Playmakers, which works with at-risk and developmentally different children. This is great content that we wanted to ensure got the airtime it deserves. In this episode, Coach Roz and Phil talk with Andrew Murakami, Pastor and American Football Coach, about overcoming great odds and developing the youth through sports. Don't...
2022-07-2140 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastThe Lost Episodes of Coaching Character Podcast with Coach RozIn Episode 90 and other episodes this summer, we are taking a break from our normal programming to share with you some unreleased episodes from the Coaching Character Podcast, which Phil recorded with Coach Roz, who played football for the Oakland Raiders and San Diego State, and now runs The Playmakers, which works with at-risk and developmentally different children. This is great content that we wanted to ensure got the airtime it deserves. In this episode, Coach Roz and Phil talk about the lessons learned from their conversation with Coach Sauers (from last week's episode), intentionally incorporating integrity and character...
2022-07-1443 minHow Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastThe Lost Episodes of Coaching Character Podcast with Coach Sauers of the Tracy BuccaneersIn Episode 89 and other episodes this summer, we are taking a break from our normal programming to share with you some unreleased episodes from the Coaching Character Podcast, which Phil recorded with Coach Roz over the past couple years. This is great content that we wanted to ensure got the airtime it deserves. This episode shares an interview with Coach Sauers, who is doing some simple, life transforming things with his American football youth teams that we know you'll learn some great lessons from. Resources and Links from this Episode Playmakers Website HSEL Facebook Group Coaching...
2022-07-0747 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastSeason 6 Post-Match ShowIn Episode 88, Paul and Phil discuss highlights and lessons learned from our interviews with Shay Haddow, Dion von Moltke and Mike Semenza, George Blamoh, and Christian Devries during the second half of this season, a huge upset in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open that is close to home for Phil, and Paul's trip to Guatemala with Warrior Way Gives and FCA Guatemala. They also give a quick preview of what's to come this summer from HSEL. Resources and Links from this Episode Uncut Video of the Episode HSEL Facebook Group Coaching the Bigger Game information...
2022-06-3051 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastSeason 6 Halftime ShowIn Episode 83, Paul and Phil discuss highlights and lessons learned from our interviews with Dr. Daniel O'Neill, Cara Bradley, Evan Dabby, and Brad Miller during the first half of this season, a milestone reached by the podcast, and the wild finish to the English Premier League this past weekend. They also give a quick preview of what's to come in the second half of Season 6 and reveal whether Paul will conduct any more interviews with Phil in the future. Resources and Links from this Episode Uncut Video of the Episode HSEL Facebook Group Coaching the Bigger...
2022-05-2640 min
Back Shed Bible StudyHow can Soccer help Orphans? - Guest Phil DarkeOrphan Care. Sports Ministry. Where is God at work? Phil Darke of Providence World joins Cliff in the Shed to ask the question, How can we help kids all over the world to be loved in the way that best reaches them?Scripture: Psalm 112:7Orphan Podcast: Think OrphanSports Podcast: How Soccer Explains LeadershipBook: In Pursuit of Orphan Excellence (15 co-authors, including Phil)Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/sunrisecommunitychurchWatch live on Mondays at 10am: www.facebook.com/sunrisecommunityonline/liveSong: Fredji - Happy Life (Vlog No Cop...
2022-05-1643 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastInnovating Youth Soccer with Evan Dabby, Executive Director of NJ Youth SoccerIn 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...
2022-05-1257 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastThe Gut-Brain Connection and Optimal Performance with Cara Bradley, Best-Selling Author and Podcast HostIn 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...
2022-05-0544 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastOff-Season Talks – Building Your TeamIn 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...
2022-04-2120 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastOff-Season Talks – Motivating Your Self and Your TeamIn 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 – pajo...
2022-04-1418 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastOff-Season Talks – Coaching the Bigger GameIn 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 Fa...
2022-04-0717 min
Home Team SacramentoEpisode 24- Phil DarkePhil Darke is a soccer coach, CEO of Providence World, and host of the How Soccer Explains Leadership Podcast. He joins the show to talk about his athletic/coaching background, prioritizing character development through sports, lessons from Ted Lasso, why he started his podcast, and much more. We're thankful that Phil is a part of our Home Team. #HomeTeamSac
2022-03-3154 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastOff-Season Talks – The Warrior WayIn 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 em...
2022-03-3117 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastOff-Season Talks – Do the Next Right ThingIn 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...
2022-03-1712 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastSeason 5 Post-Match ShowIn 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
2022-03-1039 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastMotivational Climate and "Teamship" with Dan Abrahams, Sports Psychologist, Best-Selling Author, and Podcast HostIn 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...
2022-03-031h 18
How Soccer Explains Leadership Podcast"Take the Meeting" and "Get Some Scars" with Phil Smith, Vice-Chairman/Owner of Ossett United FC and Former Manchester United ExecutiveIn 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 a...
2022-02-241h 08
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastSelf-Leadership and Pursuing Your Dreams with Jay Demerit, CEO of Rise and Shine, Former USMNT Player, and Former Captain of Watford FC and Whitecaps FCIn 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...
2022-02-1759 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastUsing Soccer to Overcome Trauma with David Ricca, 9/11 Survivor & NJ Youth Soccer Innovation ConsultantIn 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...
2022-02-1055 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastSeason 5 Halftime Show – How Ted Lasso Explains Leadership, Part 5In 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...
2022-02-0354 min
The Freshman Foundation® PodcastFFP31: How is Phil Darke helping young athletes become leaders on and off the field?How is Phil Darke helping young athletes become leaders on and off the field?Anyone with children knows that being a sports parent is hard. A very delicate dance takes place between a parent and a child when it comes to athletics. Parents must constantly weigh pushing a young athlete to challenge themselves with the potential consequences of becoming over involved.My guest on this episode, Phil Darke, is a high school soccer coach, host of the How Soccer Explains Leadership and Coaching Character podcasts, and most importantly, father of five young athletes....
2022-02-0154 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership Podcast20 Memorable Moments from 2021In 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...
2021-12-3056 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastOffseason Talks – 2021 Year in ReviewIn 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 Am...
2021-12-1631 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastOffseason Talks -- Wreck SoccerIn 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...
2021-12-0920 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastSeason 4 Post-Match Show – Exclusive Post-Baylor Interview with Paul JobsonIn 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...
2021-12-0253 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastHow Ted Lasso Explains Leadership, Part 4 -- Season 4 Halftime ShowIn 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 a...
2021-10-2150 minHow Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastHow Ted Lasso Explains Leadership, Part 4 -- Season 4 Halftime ShowIn 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 a...
2021-10-2150 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastSpecial Leadership Recast – Leading with a Broom and a Shovel with Cori Close, Head Coach of UCLA Women's BasketballIn 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...
2021-09-231h 03
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastSpecial Mental Health Recast -- Resilience, Resetting, and Retraining our Brains with Brad Miller, Founder of Soccer Resilience and Clinical PsychologistIn 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...
2021-09-161h 16
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastAccountability, Mindset, and Marketing with Will Russell, Founder & CEO of Russell MarketingIn 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 a...
2021-09-021h 04
Simply12738. In Pursuit of Orphan Excellence author Phil Darke on caring for the vulnerable and collaborating together for the glory of God.On this episode of the Simply127 podcast Sara Beth interviews Phil Darke. Phil, his wife Becca, and their five children, live in Folsom, CA. He is the President of Providence World, a non-profit developing organizations around the world to help children and families flourish. He co-authored the book In Pursuit of Orphan Excellence and also founded and hosts three podcasts: How Soccer Explains Leadership, Think Orphan, and Coaching Character. Listen to hear how God worked through Phil’s life to bring him to where he is now.
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2021-09-0127 min
The Coach V PodcastPhilip Darke; Global Non-Profit Influencer, Podcaster, and Man of FaithHost: Coach V
Guest: Philip Darke - Global Non-Profit Influencer, Podcaster, and Man of Faith Phil Darke is on the Coach V Show!
He is the President of Providence World, a non-profit developing organizations around the world to help children and families flourish. He also founded and hosts three podcasts: How Soccer Explains Leadership, Think Orphan, and Coaching Character. As a certified Personality Insights DISC consultant, he has a passion for developing leaders in sports, much of which came from playing, coaching, refereeing, watching, otherwise studying sports and leadership, and, as much as anything, learning fr...
2021-08-311h 06
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastCreating, Communicating, and Reinforcing Values with Lance Key, Head Coach of University of Louisiana at Lafayette Women's SoccerIn 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...
2021-08-261h 18
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastGiving Youth Sports Back to the Kids with Diego Bocanegra, Head Coach of University of Houston Women's SoccerIn 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...
2021-08-191h 15
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastOffseason Talks, Volume 10 – 5 Life Lessons from the Beautiful GameIn 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 War...
2021-08-1219 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastOffseason Talks, Volume 7 – Commitment to CommunicationIn 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
2021-07-2212 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastOffseason Talks, Volume 6 – Coach Wooden's 7 Rules for Life (cont.)In Episode 38, we continue our Offseason Talks series with our host, Phil Darke, talking about the life and leadership lessons he learned from the seven rules for life that John Wooden learned from his dad and sought to live out during his time on Earth. We cover the last 4 of the rules in this episode: 4) Drink deeply from good books, especially the Bible; 5) Make friendship a fine art; 6) Build a shelter against a rainy day; and 7) Pray for guidance and counsel, and give thanks for your blessings each day. Resources and Links from this Episode Uncut...
2021-07-1520 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastOffseason Talks, Volume 5 – Coach Wooden's 7 Rules for LifeIn Episode 37, we continue our Offseason Talks series with our host, Phil Darke, talking about the life and leadership lessons he learned from the seven rules for life that John Wooden learned from his dad and sought to live out during his time on Earth. We cover the first three of the rules in this episode: 1) Be true to yourself; 2) Make each day a masterpiece; and 3) Help others. 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...
2021-07-0811 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastOffseason Talks, Volume 4 – Coaching the Bigger GameIn Episode 36, we continue our Offseason Talks series with our host, Phil Darke, talking about the life and leadership lessons he learned from the movie, "Searching for Bobby Fischer." We all have a lot to learn from this movie about chess, as it speaks directly to our coaching, parenting, marriages, and other relationships, and also gives us a practical application for the first three offseason talks. 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...
2021-07-0117 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastOffseason Talks, Volume 3 -- Who Are You Listening To?In Episode 35, we continue our Offseason Talks series with our host, Phil Darke, talking about the importance of mentorship in your leadership and every area of your life, particularly how it is virtually impossible to flourish at your fullest without finding trusted mentors and mentoring others. We discuss the concepts of a personal advisory board, constellation mentoring, and 2x2x2 mentoring. 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...
2021-06-2415 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastOffseason Talks, Volume 2 – Developing Healthier Teams and RelationshipsIn Episode 34, we continue our Offseason Talks series with our host, Phil Darke, talking about why he believes that understanding and implementing the DISC Model of Human Behavior will help you take a massive step toward a healthy team and healthier life, better understanding of yourself and your players, staff, and volunteers, learning how to resolve conflict, reducing turnover, working better together with everyone in your life, get more results, and have much more fun in the process. On average, two people only have a 40% chance of communicating well and connecting with another person. Most o...
2021-06-1715 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastOffseason Talks, Volume 1 – Self-Leadership: Know Your Why by Starting at the EndIn Episode 33, we are taking a little break from our normal programming to have some offseason talks between Seasons 3 & 4. In these talks, Paul and Phil will be sharing some timeless leadership principles that will help you flourish by knowing and pursuing your purpose, honing your skills, taking your leadership to the next level. In this first offseason talk, Phil shares about how writing your own eulogy and knowing your why are essential to your ability to lead yourself and others with excellence. Resources and Links from this Episode Uncut Video of the Episode HSEL Facebook Group...
2021-06-1012 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastSeason 3 Post-Match Show – How Ted Lasso Explains Leadership, Part 3In Episode 32, Paul and Phil recall some of the highlights of the second half of Season 3 and continue their conversation about the leadership genius of Ted Lasso, Coach Beard, and Nate the Great, covering Episodes 5 & 6 of the show. Specifically, they discuss: Highlights from the amazing interviews we had with Cori Close, Greg Rubendall, John Yeager, and Clyde Best in the second half of Season 3 (3:46) Why Paul relates so well with Higgins and Ted's brilliance in handling Jamie Tartt's unhealthy behavior on and off the field (23:19) Danny Rojas & how teammates (in sport and in life) can and should push...
2021-06-031h 01
Achieve GreatnessEP. 11 How Soccer Explains Leadership / Phil DarkeLeadership is fundamental key to any successful team or organization.In this week’s Podcast episode we have Phil Darke talking leadership principle within the game of soccer.Example from cultivating a winning environment, leading from the middle, and your impact and influence on others.Leadership is a fundamental aspect to a winning team and Phil take us deep into talking about values, standards and character to become a better version of yourself. Grab your notebook cause this episode is j...
2021-06-011h 12
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastInterview with a Legend (Part 2) with Clyde Best, MBE, Former West Ham United Striker and Bermuda National Team ManagerIn Episode 31, Clyde Best, MBE, former player with West Ham United, Feyenoord, Tampa Bay Rowdies, Portland Timbers, and Toronto Blizzard, former youth coach, former Manager of the Bermuda National Team, and member of the Bermuda Hall of Fame, talks with Phil about mentorship, self-awareness, the value of team sports in other areas of life, integrity and doing the "next right thing," the infamous VAR, his beloved West Ham United, his faith, and how he has used lessons learned in his incredible playing career in other areas of life. Specifically, Clyde discusses: The value of mentors in football and...
2021-05-2757 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastSelf-Leadership & Choreographing the Team Dance with John Yeager, Positive Psychology Consultant and Performance CoachIn Episode 30, John Yeager, Author of The Coaching Zone: Next Level Leadership in Sports, Positive Psychology Consultant, and Performance Coach, talks with Phil about his incredible new book, the 3 lenses of concentration, self-awareness and blind spots, harmonious vs. obsessive passion, PsyCap, polarity thinking, cultivating connections, providing effective feedback, overcoming confirmation bias and fundamental attribution error, and choreographing the "team dance." Specifically, John discusses: How he developed his passion for sports and leadership, and how he got to be where he is today (2:38) His new book, what inspired him to write it, and all the interviews and research that...
2021-05-201h 09
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastLeading Leaders with Greg Rubendall, Livermore Fusion Director of Soccer Development & US Soccer Grassroots Coach EducatorIn Episode 29, Greg Rubendall, Livermore Fusion Director of Soccer Development and US Soccer Grassroots Coach Educator, talks with Phil about "deep practice," college club soccer, the importance of fundamentals, developing healthy parent-coach communication, controlling the controllables, shaping the culture in a diverse club, overcoming entitlement, speaking the international language of soccer, and the professionalization of youth soccer. Specifically, Greg discusses: How he developed his passion for soccer and leadership, and how he got to be where he is today (2:14) The value of College Club Soccer, from the sports and leadership perspective (6:31) The concept of "deep practice" and the...
2021-05-131h 24
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastLeading with a Broom and a Shovel with Cori Close, Head Coach of UCLA Women's BasketballIn Episode 28, Cori Close, Head Coach of UCLA Women's Basketball, talks 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, Cori 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...
2021-05-061h 03
Encourage Men PodcastPhil Darke- Why I Don't Know is a Great AnswerThe Encourage Men Podcast is a quick source of encouragement for men seeking to be their best in today’s world . In this episode my Special Guest is Phil Darke the CEO of a non profit in the Orphan Care Space We talk about how Phil’s Journey from Lawyer to Non Profit Leader to Author and Father of five has shaped his perspectives. Connect with Phil: Thinkorphan.com https://providenceworld.com/ https://www.howsoccerexplainsleadership.com/ Subscribe today to get all episodes of the encourageMEN podcast at awesomeimpact.com or wherev...
2021-05-0329 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastSeason 3 Halftime Show - How Ted Lasso Explains Leadership, Part 2In Episode 27, Paul and Phil continue their conversation about the leadership genius of Ted Lasso, Coach Beard, and Nate the Great, covering Episodes 3 & 4 of the show, and briefly discuss highlights from the first half of Season 3. Specifically, our hosts discuss: Highlights from the first half of Season 3 (4:38) Empowering our players and children to deal with bullies and be leaders (8:00) Recognizing leaders and getting them to understand and live out their leadership (12:37) Studying your team members and how Ted's gifts to his players teaches us a great lesson (14:53) Cultivating an environment for our players and employees to flourish (17:00) How...
2021-04-291h 03
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastThe Power of Collaboration with Max Rooke, Pepperdine Women's Soccer Coach and Leadership CoachIn Episode 26, Max Rooke, Pepperdine University Women's Soccer Associate Head Coach, Founder of Life to the Max, and former Reading FC Youth Academy footballer, talks with Phil about working with others wired differently from us, the importance of collaboration, getting players to put their own agenda aside, servant leadership, Pepperdine's unorthodox recruiting tactics, and his leadership coaching philosophy. Specifically, Max discusses: His story and how he developed his passion for soccer and leadership, and how he got to where he is today (2:22) The benefits of coaching and partnering in other arenas with people who are wired differently than...
2021-04-221h 11
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastLead Like a Gardener with Phil Brown, Experiential Education Trainer & Podcast HostIn Episode 24, Phil Brown, Experiential Education Trainer at High 5 Adventure Learning Center and Host of the Vertical Playpen Podcast, talks with Phil about the value of community, healthy and unhealthy forms of leadership, how leadership is like gardening, the concept of "Connect, Empower, Lead," the power of play, and how he has used lessons from soccer in his outdoor adventure leadership training. Specifically, Phil discusses: His story and how he developed his passion for soccer and leadership (1:42) How he uses the lessons he has learned from soccer in his leadership training work with High 5 (10:33) The value of community...
2021-04-0858 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastLeading from the Middle with Glenn Crooks, TV/Radio Broadcaster, Journalist, and Soccer CoachIn Episode 23, Glenn Crooks, New York City FC Radio Commentator, Host of The Coaching Academy on SiriusXM FC, Writer/Host of Pro Soccer USA, Host of the On Frame and Soccer in the City Podcasts, Players Development Academy Head Coach, and Former Rutgers University Women's Soccer Coach, talks with Phil about the best leader he coached, other coaches he respects, leading from the middle, empowering your team members, and learning from people different from you. Specifically, Glenn discusses: His story and how he developed his passion for soccer and leadership (1:32) The best leader that Glenn has ever coached...
2021-04-0159 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastSeason 2 Post-Match Show – How Ted Lasso Explains LeadershipIn Episode 22, Phil and Paul briefly talk about highlights from the second half of Season 2, and spend the rest of their time discussing the leadership genius of Ted Lasso, Coach Beard, and Nate the Great. Specifically, our hosts discuss: Highlights from the second half of Season 2 (0:47) Overall thoughts on the value of Ted Lasso for coaches and other leaders (2:59) The value of a 30,000 foot view and outsider's perspective in leadership (7:14) How taking on challenges is like riding a horse and how good things often happen on just the other side of comfortable (14:50) How sometimes the little things, like...
2021-03-2555 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastInterview with a Legend (Part 1) with Clyde Best, MBE, Former West Ham United Striker and Bermuda National Team ManagerIn Episode 21, Clyde Best, MBE, former player with West Ham United, Feyenoord, Tampa Bay Rowdies, Portland Timbers, and Toronto Blizzard, former youth coach, former Manager of the Bermuda National Team, and member of the Bermuda Hall of Fame, talks with Phil about how he, as an 18-year-old from Bermuda, overcame racism he experienced as one of the first black players in the English First Division, and what we can learn from him as we address racism in our world today, the best leaders he played with (pretty amazing list), playing against and with Pele, and the importance of nurturing...
2021-03-1852 min
The Victor Marx PodcastThe Effect of Fatherlessness on Society and the Importance of Godly Leaders. Special Guest: Phil Darke (Part 2)In Part 2 of this episode, Victor continues his conversation with friend and colleague Phil Darke, attorney, author and president of Providence World, which seeks to empower orphans and other at-risk children. In this discussion, the former All Things Possible board member shares about his call out of the corporate law world to champion the cause of orphans and widows, seeing our own poverty as we give to those in need and how being a leader is more than a title. Tune in for this powerful reminder! Connect with us at:VictorMarx.comF...
2021-03-1626 min
The Victor Marx PodcastThe Effect of Fatherlessness on Society and the Importance of Godly Leaders. Special Guest: Phil Darke (Part 1)In Part 1 of this episode, Victor talks with friend and colleague Phil Darke, attorney, author and president of Providence World, which seeks to empower orphans and other at-risk children. The former All Things Possible board member recently published In Pursuit of Orphan Excellence: My Kids, Your Kids, Our Kids, and shares how training up godly men would eliminate most of the orphan crisis in the world and the breakdown of society.Connect with us at:VictorMarx.comFacebookInstagramTwitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...
2021-03-1525 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastKaizen and Energy Vampires with Renee Lopez, Leadership Coach and 17-Year College Coaching VeteranIn Episode 20, Renee Lopez, former college coach (17 year veteran at all levels of college), former NCAA Compliance Director, leadership trainer, and author of Looking for a Full Ride: An Insider's Recruiting Guide, talks with Phil about synergy vs. energy vampires, her "no complaining" rule, the importance of CIA, effectively facing adversity, making the most out of brokenness, measuring success, mentorship, and how to develop a healthy team. Specifically, Renee discusses: Her story and how she developed her passion for soccer and leadership (2:10) How Renee believes we can help others flourish by examining life and leadership through soccer (6:17) The...
2021-03-1157 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastResilience, Resetting, and Retraining our Brains with Brad Miller, Founder of Soccer Resilience and Clinical PsychologistIn Episode 19, Brad Miller, Founder of Soccer Resilience, Clinical Psychologist, and former Wake Forest soccer player, 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,"...
2021-03-041h 16
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastHead, Heart, and Hands with Rob Burns, Founder/Int'l Director of Missional Links-WalesIn Episode 18, Rob Burns, Founder/Int'l Director of Missional Links-Wales, former youth player at Wolves, and former youth coach, talks with Phil about the effect of a toxic coach on the team, his "head, heart, hands" philosophy, how he applies soccer in his marriage and parenting, the importance of supporters in your life, the importance of a learning posture, and living lives of integrity and humility. Specifically, Rob discusses: His story and how he developed his passion for soccer and leadership (1:51) How a toxic team environment caused by his coach led to him losing a love for the...
2021-02-2556 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastSeason 2 Halftime Show with Paul JobsonIn Episode 17, Phil and Paul talk about their favorite moments and key takeaways from the first half of Season 2, the power of mentorship, recruiting, setting clear expectations, problems with communicating via text, and living out our mission, vision, and values. More specifically, our hosts discuss: A rundown of the great interviews, themes, and key takeaways from the first half of Season 2 (2:14) The importance of letting our players and employees see leaders in their life outside the game (6:20) Living out your mission, vision, and values (8:39) Mentoring in our leadership and in our organizations (10:17) Paul's thoughts on recruiting, including the...
2021-02-1850 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastUnderstanding Personalities, Mentorship, and Maximizing Results with Toriono Davis, Pro Scout in US and EuropeIn Episode 16, Toriono Davis, Professional Scout in US and Europe, Connector, and Entrepreneur, talks with Phil about the ins and outs of the DISC Model of Human Behavior, how he uses it to connect deeply and quickly with his players and clubs, and help them reach their potential, the power and importance of mentorship, and why you might want to give your recruits a DISC assessment before signing or hiring them. Specifically, Toriono discusses: His story, how he developed his passion for soccer and leadership, and how a guy who didn't even like soccer as a kid ended...
2021-02-111h 07
Life as Leadership: Where Leaders Gather to Grow TogetherExcellence in Leadership and Orphan Care with Phil DarkePhil Darke, president at Providence World, shares his leadership insight on mentorship, excellence, learning, and cross-cultural leadership. Phil also shares about La Providencia, Providence World's incubator model for family-based orphan care.Mentioned in this episode:
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2019-03-0438 min