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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
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 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 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 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 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
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 – What the Tech is Going On?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...
2022-03-2414 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
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastTalk, Teach, Play with Aaron Locks, CEO/Founder of the National Academy of AthleticsIn 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...
2022-01-2756 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastWinning with Character with Robbie Handy, Health and Wellness Coach and Former College Soccer CoachIn 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...
2022-01-2039 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership Podcast"Walking Soccer" and Self-Control with Tony Everett of Pure Game and Personal Best CoachingIn 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...
2022-01-1338 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastProactive Self-Leadership and Coaching with Cheryl McCormick, Founder of Gravitational PerformanceIn 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...
2022-01-0648 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 PodcastSpecial Christmas Recast -- "Steal Like an Artist" with Michelle Lenard, New Head Coach of Baylor University Women's SoccerIn 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...
2021-12-2344 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 PodcastSpecial Thanksgiving Recast -- Shaping Identity and Culture with Paul Jobson, Former Head Coach of Baylor Women's SoccerIn 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...
2021-11-2545 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastPreventing Burnout with Kassie Gray, Founder/Director of Female FootballersIn 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...
2021-11-181h 05
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastIt's About Much More Than Soccer with Aaron Blue, CEO of The Charis ProjectIn 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...
2021-11-1151 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastSwiss Army Leadership with Zac Hoffman, Author and Former Pro AthleteIn 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...
2021-11-0453 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastIdentity Formation and Mindset with Jesse Bradley, Pastor of Seattle Grace Community Church and Former ProIn 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...
2021-10-281h 07
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 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastOvercoming Barriers and Empowering Women with Tracy Hamm, Head Coach of UC Davis Women's SoccerIn 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...
2021-10-1446 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastFan Favorites Series -- Pursuing your Purpose with Lee Baker of Legacy Soccer Club and uScore SoccerIn 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...
2021-10-0749 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastFan Favorites Series -- Vulnerability and Infectious Influence with Amanda Cromwell of UCLA Women's SoccerIn 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...
2021-09-3058 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 PodcastSpecial Recruiting Re-Cast -- College Recruiting 101 with Don Williams of Sports Recruiting USAIn 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...
2021-09-091h 19
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
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 9 – The Warrior Way w/ Marci Jobson, Part 2In 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
2021-08-0520 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastOffseason Talks, Volume 8 – The Warrior Way w/ Marci JobsonIn 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
2021-07-2915 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
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
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 PodcastIt's All About Perspective with Del Leonard Jones, Pulitzer Prize Nominated Author and RefereeIn Episode 25, Del Leonard Jones, Referee/umpire in multiple sports, Author of three books, including At the Bat: The Strikeout That Shamed America and Advice from the Top, and former USA Today Business Journalist (nominated for Pulitzer Prize), talks with Phil about angle and perspective in refereeing and life, issues with VAR and instant replay, avoiding compounding mistakes, the law vs application of the law, respecting authority, and the #1 complaint referees get. Specifically, Del discusses: His story and how he developed his passion for sports, refereeing, writing, and leadership (2:26) The importance of knowing one's angle and perspective in...
2021-04-151h 01
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
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
How Soccer Explains Leadership Podcast"Steal Like an Artist" with Michelle Lenard, Head Coach of DBU Women's SoccerIn Episode 15, Michelle Lenard, Head Coach of Dallas Baptist University Women's Soccer, talks with Phil about how to "steal like an artist," DBU's Leadership Council, 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, an...
2021-02-0444 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastCollege Recruiting 101 with Don Williams of Sports Recruiting USAIn Episode 14, Don Williams, Head of Operations for the Americas for Sports Recruiting USA and former coach at all levels of soccer, talks 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...
2021-01-281h 19
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastKnow Your "Why" with Lee Baker of Legacy Soccer Club and uScore SoccerIn Episode 13, Lee Baker, Owner of uScore Soccer and Director of Legacy Soccer Club, talks 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...
2021-01-2149 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastSeason 1 Post-Match Wrap-Up with Paul JobsonIn Episode 12, Phil and our new co-host, Paul Jobson, Head Coach of Baylor Soccer, husband, and father when he's not co-hosting this show, talk about the highlights in the second half of Season 1, DISC, Enneagram, and other personality tools, self-awareness, playing out of position, servant leadership and the importance of a humble, learning posture. Specifically, our hosts discuss: Paul's excitement to start his newest role (1:23) The shaping of culture in an organization (5:23) The similarities, differences, and uses of DISC, Enneagram, StrengthsFinder, Myers-Briggs, Berkman, and other personality/human behavior tools (11:40) The importance of knowing yourself and your team, and...
2021-01-1457 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastThe Bielsa Way: Leadership at Leeds United with Mark Pease, Pastor & Lifelong Leeds SupporterIn Episode 11, Mark Pease, Pastor of Hope Church in Bradford, England, and lifelong supporter of Leeds United, talks with Phil about the leadership lessons that we can all learn from Marco Bielsa, Leeds United's Manager, as he leads a team, shapes the culture of a club, and impacts an entire city. Specifically, Mark discusses: His story and how football, Leeds United, and leadership have always been a big part of his life (2:20) The history of Leeds United, and the contrast of Leeds United over the past few decades and the club under the leadership of Marco Bielsa (6:28) The...
2021-01-071h 15
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastCoaching Character Podcast Sneak Preview -- Part 2This week we are bringing part two of our exclusive sneak preview of our sister podcast, Coaching Character, launching January 5, which "coaches coaches to coach character." This episode features an interview with Harrison Phillips, Buffalo Bills Defensive Lineman. For more information about Coaching Character, visit the Coaching Character Apple Podcasts page. New HSEL episodes will return next week with an interview with a lifelong Leeds United supporter talking about "The Bielsa Way."
2020-12-3142 minHow Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastCoaching Character Podcast Sneak PreviewOver the next two weeks surrounding Christmas, we are introducing to you our sister podcast, Coaching Character, which is officially launching on January 5. We expect that fans of HSEL will love Coaching Character because it helps coaches of youth sports (and all other levels) to incorporate leadership and character development principles into their practices and other areas of their coaching. As they say on the show, the podcast "coaches coaches to coach character." For more information about Coaching Character, visit the Coaching Character Apple Podcasts page.
2020-12-2430 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastClarity and Communication with Matt Parker, CEO of Teamwork City of HopeIn Episode 10, Matt Parker, CEO of Teamwork City of Hope, talks with Phil about getting your team on the same page and maximizing performance through clarity, communication, culture, minimizing "noise," developing leadership from within, and covering for your teammates when they're "out of position." Specifically, he discusses: His story and how his soccer and leadership have always been a big part of his life (1:17) The critical importance of soccer clubs and organizations being on the same page with their mission, vision, and values (3:44) The role of leaders in getting the teams on the same page (7:42) Developing culture on...
2020-12-1748 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership Podcast"More Than Soccer" with Graham Roxburgh of TWU Women's SoccerIn Episode 9, Graham Roxburgh, Head Coach of Trinity Western University and Executive Director/Founder of TeamUp, talks with Phil about the importance of a humble and learning posture, servant leadership, how he studies himself and his players, dealing with viruses on your team, key cultural and leadership principles from the book, Legacy, and how he uses the lessons he has learned in soccer in his life outside the game. Specifically, he discusses: How he went from growing up in England, to college in the US, to coaching at Trinity Western University and leading a non-profit organization in Canada (2:02...
2020-12-101h 16
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastTouching the Line with Rick Clark of Georgia TechTouching the Line with Rick Clark of Georgia Tech In Episode 8, Rick Clark, Director of Admissions at Georgia Institute of Technology, youth soccer coach, and former collegiate soccer player, talks with Phil about how lessons he has learned playing and coaching soccer for the past few decades have helped him in his marriage, his parenting, and his work at Georgia Tech. Specifically, he discusses: His soccer and professional background, and how his experiences playing and coaching soccer have informed his work as Director of Admissions at Georgia Tech (2:39) The special relationship between a coach a...
2020-12-0341 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastLearning and Leading in Europe with Jordan Gardner of FC HelsingorIn Episode 7, Jordan Gardner, Chairman of the Board and Co-Owner of FC Helsingor and finalist for the Best Executive at the World Football Summit Industry Awards, talks with Phil about cross-cultural leadership, a posture of learning, recruiting and player development, what makes a great manager, and other aspects of successfully owning and running a football club in Europe. Specifically, he discusses: His story and his journey from playing soccer in California to owning multiple European soccer (i.e., football) clubs (1:04) What he learned from the game of soccer that he uses in his business/entrepreneurial ventures (3:18) Why it...
2020-11-2547 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastSeason 1 Halftime Review ShowIn our Season 1 Halftime Show (a/k/a Episode 6), Phil and Ryan (yes, Ryan is finally back in the studio) expand on some of the topics covered by our guests, Paul Jobson, Pete Kipley, Amanda Cromwell, and Eric Pfeiffer, in the first four interviews of the podcast, including: Overcoming adversity and permission to fail (2:40) Coaching against the negative vs. coaching towards a positive (8:35) The critical role of college coaches in the development of their team as players and people (11:34) The negative side of insecurities and how to overcome them (12:52) Leading from the middle and the characteristics of great c...
2020-11-1948 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastEmotional Intelligence, Insecurities, and the Journey of Growth with Eric Pfeiffer of MPWR CoachingIn Episode 5, Eric Pfeiffer, Founder and Senior Consultant of MPWR Coaching and Collegiate Soccer Player, talks with Phil about emotional intelligence, dealing with insecurities, self-love, permission to fail, the journey of growth, and conflict resolution. Specifically, he discusses: His story and how his experience playing soccer intersects with other areas of his life and leadership (2:05) Emotional intelligence and why it is critical to success in soccer and leading others in any area of life (6:16) How coaching sports organizations is the same as coaching any other organizations (8:27) Insecurities, how they affect us in soccer and other areas of life...
2020-11-1257 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastVulnerability and Infectious Influence with Amanda Cromwell of UCLA Women's SoccerIn Episode 4 of How Soccer Explains Leadership, Amanda Cromwell, Head Coach of UCLA Women's Soccer, Former National Team member and coach, former pro footballer, and Olympic Gold Medalist, talks with Phil about vulnerability, recruiting, pursuing justice, and infectious influence. More specifically, she covers: 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...
2020-11-0558 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastMusic, Soccer, and Leadership with Pete Kipley of Bolta SoccerIn Episode 3 of How Soccer Explains Leadership, Pete Kipley, Founder of Bolta Soccer, and Music Producer and Songwriter, talks with Phil about how his decades of experience in the music industry intersects with his new life running an indoor soccer training facility, and how both inform his life and leadership. More 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. (1:43) His philosophy at Bolta Soccer and how they are curating, creating, and connecting in their development of trainers and...
2020-10-2953 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastShaping Identity and Culture with Paul Jobson of Baylor Women's SoccerIn Episode 2 of How Soccer Explains Leadership, Paul Jobson, Head Coach of Baylor Women's Soccer, talks with Phil about his coaching philosophy, identity formation, shaping culture, and how he uses lessons from soccer in his life and leadership. Specific topics covered in this episode: His story of how soccer and leadership have influenced his life, how he ended up coaching at Baylor, and how he's the second best footballer 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...
2020-10-2245 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastThe Why and What of How Soccer Explains LeadershipIn Episode 1, Phil and Ryan share their stories and what led them to start this podcast. They talk about their leadership experience, their families, and how they fell in love with soccer and Manchester United. They also give a sneak peek into topics that they will be covering in future podcasts, and how studying the intersection of soccer, life, and leadership will help you to flourish in virtually every area of your life. And for the global audience, they also cover why the title uses "soccer" rather than "football." You can learn more about the show at h...
2020-10-0232 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastTrailerIs soccer just a game that we play and watch to give us a break from reality? Or does it actually teach us lessons about life and leadership? We tackle these questions, and a whole lot more on the How Soccer Explains Leadership Podcast, which explores life and leadership principles through the lens of the beautiful game. You can download new episodes every Thursday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever else you get your podcasts, and you can learn more about the show at howsoccerexplainsleadership.com.
2020-10-0201 min