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CoachCraft with Alf GracombeStrategies for Better Player Feedback with Temisan Williams and Mike SmithSend us a textIn this episode of the CoachCraft Podcast, Alf Gracombe engages in a deep conversation with coaches Temisan Williams and Mike Smith about the critical role of player feedback in youth development. They explore how cultural backgrounds influence feedback reception, the importance of individual coaching versus team coaching, and the necessity of specific, actionable feedback. The discussion also touches on the use of technology in coaching, the significance of player agency, and the evolving role of coaches in fostering a positive learning environment for young athletes.For more information about CoachCraft, visit...
2025-12-0559 min
The News AgentsWeekend Edition: Russian dolls, fax machines & legal threats - the making of the first Women's Rugby World Cup - The Sports AgentsOur guest today, Alice Cooper, fought to set up the first ever Women's Rugby World Cup in 1991, along with three other trailblazing women. It took players selling Russian dolls and vodka to pay their way, organising everything over fax, and Alice losing her job - but they did it. Alice tells Gabby and Mark the story of how they paved the way for this year's World Cup. Plus, we look back at the best bits from this week's shows: former Nottingham Forest player David Prutton asked, could Mourinho replace Nuno at Forest?! After dream debuts for 16-year-old...
2025-08-2921 minThe Sports AgentsWeekend Edition: Russian dolls, fax machines & legal threats - the making of the first Women's Rugby World CupOur guest today, Alice Cooper, fought to set up the first ever Women's Rugby World Cup in 1991, along with three other trailblazing women. It took players selling Russian dolls and vodka to pay their way, organising everything over fax, and Alice losing her job - but they did it. Alice tells Gabby and Mark the story of how they paved the way for this year's World Cup. Plus, we look back at the best bits from this week's shows: former Nottingham Forest player David Prutton asked, could Mourinho replace Nuno at Forest?! After dream debuts for 16-year-old...
2025-08-2921 min
The Sports AgentsHave Premier League academies sold their soul?This week has been dominated by huge teenage Premier League debuts with Rio Ngumoha’s winner for Liverpool and Max Dowman appearing for Arsenal at just 15. Dowman’s former coach at the Arsenal academy, Temisan Williams, joins us in the studio alongside The Telegraph’s Chief Football Writer, Sam Wallace.What made Dowman stand out? How much does it cost clubs to produce academy players? And after reports Man United could sell homegrown Kobbie Mainoo, leaving no Mancunians in the squad, is the trend of cashing in on homegrown talent stripping clubs of their identity?Com...
2025-08-2839 min
Football DailyMonday Night Club with Mark ChapmanTottenham coming up trumps, Dowman delights at Arsenal & everyone’s happy for Grealish. Mark Chapman is joined by The Observer football correspondent Rory Smith, Theo Walcott and Steph Houghton. Rob Green drops in to talk goalkeepers and defend James Trafford after his error. Also hear from Tottenham boss Thomas Frank and catch what former Arsenal academy coach Temisan Williams had to say about Max Dowman.02:10 Positivity at Tottenham!
07:55 Thomas Frank after beating Man City
15:15 Rob Green drops in to defend James Trafford
22:15 Rob Green on goalkeepers at corners
33:00 Max Dowman and his bright future
44:10 Everyone’s happy for...
2025-08-2650 min
Football DailyAre Arsenal ready to take the next step?Kelly Cates and guests chat all things Arsenal ahead of the 2025/26 Premier League season. Theo Walcott, Alex Howell and Alex Moneypenny ask if Arsenal are ready to go again.Get the latest on summer arrivals, including Viktor Gyökeres and Martin Zubimendi - can both hit the ground running?The panel debate what a successful season looks like for Mikel Arteta, and former Arsenal academy coach Temisan Williams joins to lift the lid on wonderkid Max Dowman after an impressive pre-season from the 15-year-old.Timecodes:
02:15 Arsenal's business so far
03:30 Gyökeres arrives
06:00 Havertz & Gy...
2025-08-1250 min
Life Through BallCoaching Excellence: A Journey in Youth Development ft. Temisan WilliamsIn this episode, I sat down with Temisan Williams, an experienced academy coach who’s worked with some of London’s biggest clubs, including Arsenal, Tottenham, Fulham, and Southend United. With over 700 elite academy players coached, Temisan brings a wealth of insight and experience into youth development.He’s also the founder of the Coach Accelerator Community, where he supports coaches across the world in breaking into the professional game through proven development strategies and personal growth.We spoke about: ✅ His journey into coaching✅ Key lessons from working in elite academies✅ Bui...
2025-07-201h 28
The Coaches Network PodcastEpisode 359 - Creating Coaching Cultures That Care – with Temisan Williams (Coach Accelerator)🎙 Episode 359: Creating Coaching Cultures That Care – with Temisan Williams (Coach Accelerator)In this episode, CoachYas is joined by Temisan Williams, founder of Coach Accelerator and a seasoned academy coach with over 15 years of experience across clubs like Tottenham, Southend United, and Fulham. Temisan shares his powerful journey from aspiring footballer to coach, diving into the personal moments and pivotal lessons that shaped his mission to support coaches and players with care, empathy, and intention.💬 In this episode, we discuss:Why Temisan left a Biomedical Science degree to pursue coachingThe importance of creating player-first environments in academiesS...
2025-05-0254 min
CoachCraft with Alf GracombeTemisan Williams - Premier League Youth Academy CoachSend us a textIn this episode of the CoachCraft Podcast, Temisan Williams shares his journey from a young football enthusiast to a dedicated coach. He discusses the importance of grassroots football, the differences between coaching at grassroots and academy levels, and the significance of effective communication and structured training. Temisan emphasizes the need for patience and the power of silence in coaching, advocating for a coaching philosophy that allows players to learn and develop through experience. In this conversation, Temisan Williams shares insights on coaching youth football, emphasizing the importance of understanding players' emotional states, the...
2025-02-0849 min
Labours of Sport Coaching: The Science and Art of Coaching, Motivation, and Self-DeterminationHow FREE AI tools can enhance your coaching todaySign up to my FREE motivational psychology newsletter:Subscribe | Labours of Sport Coaching - The Self-Determined CoachIn this episode, I discusses the potential of free AI tools for coaches, explaining the importance of early adoption and suggesting some ways free AI - using Chat GPT as a case example - can enhance coaching practice, even within its current limitations. I explore creative brainstorming, the role of AI as a critical friend, using AI for bridging theory and practice, and leveraging AI for social media content creation. I encourage coaches to start using AI now...
2025-01-0322 min
The Overlap Breakdown: The Football Tactics ShowEx-Arsenal Academy Coach on Saka’s Growth & Nwaneri’s Rise | The Overlap BreakdownWelcome to The Overlap Breakdown Podcast. This week, Harrison sits down with special guest Temisan Williams, a former Arsenal and Spurs academy coach with a wealth of experience in youth development. In this episode, they dive into Bukayo Saka’s incredible breakthrough at Arsenal, Ethan Nwaneri’s rapid rise through the ranks, and what makes "The Arsenal Way" so unique. Temisan also shares insights on the role of biomechanics in modern coaching and how it’s revolutionising player performance. Get an exclusive look into the philosophies and techniques behind nurturing the next generation of footb...
2025-01-021h 00
Labours of Sport Coaching: The Science and Art of Coaching, Motivation, and Self-DeterminationLeveraging social media as a sport coach, with Temisan WilliamsSign up to my FREE motivational psychology newsletter:Subscribe | Labours of Sport Coaching - The Self-Determined CoachIn this episode I'm joined by Temisan Williams, founder of Coach Accelerator, to discuss the importance of social media for coaches. We explore how coaches can leverage platforms like LinkedIn and X to build their personal brand, network effectively, and enhance their coaching careers. Temisan explains the need for coaches to balance their on-field responsibilities with a strong online presence, offering practical tips for creating engaging content and understanding social media algorithms. The conversation highlights the significance of...
2024-12-0649 min
Football DNA PodcastFootball Coaching: From Grassroots Coach To Academy Coach "The Journey"In the ninth episode of 2024 our host Paul Barry is joined by Temisan Williams. Temisan has experience coaching at 3 different premier league clubs and has completed the route of starting in grassroots to academy football.
2024-10-2333 min
Modern Soccer Coach PodcastBuilding an Effective Youth Curriculum with Temisan WilliamsThis week on the MSC Podcast, Gary is joined by Temisan Williams to discuss youth curriculums and academy methodologies. Temisan has coached professionally at 3 Premier League Academies (including Arsenal FC, Tottenham FC. Fulham FC) and also is the founder of the Excellence Academy.
In this interview, Temisan discusses the effectiveness of a curriculum, how it can be shaped to suit the demands of the modern game, and what coaches can do to help facilitate the process.
Read more about Temisan below:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/temisan-williams-msc-bsc-83a40931
2024-09-2445 min
The Soccer Coaching PodcastEpisode 107 – Maximising Coach Delivery, a conversation with Temisan Williams former academy UEFA A coach and founder of Excellence AcademySend a textEpisode 107, Brought to you in association with our friends at Soccer Coach Weekly (@SoccerCoachWeek) Episode 107 – Maximising Coach Delivery, a conversation with Temisan Williams former academy UEFA A coach and founder of Excellence Academy In this episode we speak with the awesome Temisan Williams (Temi) about his top tips for coaches to maximise their coaching delivery.Temi talks us through his own coaching journey and experiences. We talk about how his own views on coaching has changed over the past...
2024-02-0559 min