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The ProPlayer Podcast

I created my podcast to connect people to some of the games most influential players and coaches. Sharing what it"s really like, lessons learned from all around the world in the last 25 years. Aspiring players get to hear direct from the superstars themselves. Learn about how to play your position, what it takes to make it and how you stay there. Aspiring coaches will get inside knowledge that can only be found here, real life insight you can use yourself. straight from the elite coaches and players

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52:29

Episode 64: Season 4: In conversation with...Samuel...

The ProPlayer Podcast ·

2025/11/19

“Welcome to The Pro Player Podcast, where we dive deep into the journeys of elite athletes and coaches—those who’ve stepped into the spotlight, carved their paths, and now share their stories. I’m your host David Gough and today I’m thrilled to introduce someone who embodies transformation, ambition and the drive to lead.Samuel Fagerholm is not your typical coach. Born on the Åland Islands and armed with a UEFA Pro License, Samuel has coached at the highest level across Scandinavia, and now finds

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57:24

Episode 63: Season 4: In conversation with...Rob...

The ProPlayer Podcast ·

2025/11/18

Today on The Pro Player Podcast, we’re joined by a coach whose fingerprints can be found across every level of the English football landscape — from the first spark of a young player’s passion to the competitive fire of senior football. Rob Porter, Oxford United’s Advanced Programme Lead Coach, embodies what it means to live and breathe player development.Rob’s coaching journey spans an incredible breadth of environments. With UEFA B, the FA Youth Award, and the prestigious National Goalkeeper

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64:25

Episode 62: Season 4: In conversation with...Pete...

The ProPlayer Podcast ·

2025/11/16

Today on The Pro Player Podcast, we welcome a true architect of modern player development—Pete Sturgess, a name that resonates with anyone who follows the evolution of youth football in England and beyond. Widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the FA’s coaching system, Pete has spent decades shaping the way young players learn, think, and express themselves on the pitch. His vision helped redefine the early player pathway, emphasizing creativity, freedom, and emotional

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57:11

Episode 61: Season 4: In conversation with...Larissa...

The ProPlayer Podcast ·

2025/10/27

Welcome to this episode of The Pro Player Podcast, Where we dive deep into the mindset that sets champions apart—not just in sport, but in life. I’m your host David Gough and today I’m honored to introduce you to a woman whose work is redefining how we think about peak performance and holistic development in athletes, especially in relation to their cell phone and tech usage: Larissa Mills.Larissa is the driving force behind The Mental Game Academy, a dynamic program born out of her 25-plus years of

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48:17

Episode 60: Season 4: In conversation with Michelle...

The ProPlayer Podcast ·

2025/10/20

Michelle Betos is a seasoned professional goalkeeper whose career reflects resilience, leadership, and a deep passion for the game. A standout at the University of Georgia, she quickly made a name for herself as a tenacious shot-stopper with sharp instincts and a commanding presence in the box. After college, Betos began her professional journey with stints in the USL W-League and abroad in Europe, including time in Norway with Avaldsnes IL.Her breakthrough came in the NWSL, where she played for

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52:23

Episode 59: Season 4: In Conversation with... Derek...

The ProPlayer Podcast ·

2025/10/20

As the Associate AD Development Athletics at the University of North Florida, Derek' focus is on major gifts fundraising for athletics, a testament to his deep commitment to the institution and its sports programs. With 15 years of experience at the university, he has honed a keen eye for detail and a talent for communication, both essential in nurturing donor relationships and advancing the college's athletic endeavors.Transitioning from a 13-year tenure as Head Coach of the universities soccer

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69:53

Episode 58: Season 4...In Conversation with Chris...

The ProPlayer Podcast ·

2025/09/04

This is a special episode from inside the industry as Chris currently sits as Technical Director at one of the United States biggest women's soccer clubs - San Diego Wave FC in the National Women's Soccer League. (NWSL). He not only shares his day to day life at the club with us but also fills this episode with amazing insight and advice for aspiring coaches. For sure check out the advice on how to get your first interview and get noticed...A former Technical Advisor at the League Coaches

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74:16

Episode 57: Season 4...In Conversation with..."the...

The ProPlayer Podcast ·

2025/09/04

Albert Anson Dorrance IV (born April 9, 1951) is a retired American soccer coach. He was the head coach of the women's soccer program at the University of North Carolina from 1979 to 2024. He has one of the most successful coaching records in the history of athletics. Under Dorrance's leadership, the Tar Heels have won 21 of the 41 NCAA Women's Soccer Championships. The Tar Heels' record under Dorrance stood at 809-67-36 (.887 winning percentage) over 33 seasons at the end of the 2017 season. He has

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76:03

Episode 56: Season 4...In Conversation with Matthew...

The ProPlayer Podcast ·

2025/08/22

Matthew BishopThe Football Association (THE FA) Senior Professional Game UEFA A Diploma LeadA Mentoring Masterclass...Matt experience is off the chart. Currently, he is the Football Association (THE FA), Senior Professional Game UEFA A Diploma Lead, Former Assistant Manager Aldershot Town FC, Newport County FC, Hereford FC and a UEFA Pro Diploma coach."Bish" as he is more affectionately known will be well know in the United Kingdom and Europe, responsible for mentoring and supporting thousands of

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53:26

Episode 55: Season 4...In Conversation with Jonathan...

The ProPlayer Podcast ·

2025/08/20

JJ is a highly ambitious and forward-thinking UEFA Pro Licence holder and he is still under 40. A father of 2, a husband and a man who has accumulated vast experience within coaching, at first team and Academy level, through roles in Wales in the UK.He possess diverse experience as head coach, academy coach, coach educator, analyst and lecturer in football and coaching performance at the illustrious University of South Wales, and he uses these facets to enhance the development and performance of the

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86:49

Episode 54: Season 4...In Conversation with Nate...

The ProPlayer Podcast ·

2025/08/13

Over the last 35 years, I’ve lived every layer of American soccer — from youth standout to Division 1 captain, pro player, and coach at nearly every level: grassroots, college, and MLS academies.But along the way, something became painfully clear. Development — real, human-centered development — was missing. In 2022, I launched The Developer’s Way — a philosophy-driven coaching education platform dedicated to reshaping how we think about leadership, player development, and culture creation within a

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68:51

Episode 53: Season 4...In conversation with Annemieke...

The ProPlayer Podcast ·

2025/08/13

I am not a coach. I am a Player Performance Manager — working at the highest level of professional football to guide, protect, and evolve the mental side of elite performance.With over a decade of experience across the biggest leagues in the world — from the Premier League, Bundesliga, and Serie A to La Liga, Ligue 1, and the Eredivisie — I’ve worked with players at every level of the game, helping them navigate the psychological demands of elite sport. My work isn’t built around sessions. It’s

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85:22

Episode 52: Season 4...In conversation with Amber...

The ProPlayer Podcast ·

2025/08/13

Amber Jean Wisner (née Brooks; born January 23, 1991) is an American professional soccer player who currently plays as a defender for USL Super League club Dallas Trinity. She has previously played for Adelaide United, the Houston Dash, OL Reign, the Washington Spirit, the Portland Thorns, Bayern Munich, and the Vancouver Whitecaps. She also represented the United States on numerous youth national teams and earned one cap with the senior national team.Born in Evansville, Indiana, and raised in New

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80:50

Episode 51: Season 4... In Conversation with Jason...

The ProPlayer Podcast ·

2025/07/15

Jason the Director of Coaching at FC Portland in Oregon, United States of America. He is an A-Licensed coach with extensive professional experience, including time at Preston North End FC (1996–2002). Proven ability to develop players across all stages — from academy to first team — while fostering strong team cultures and positive learning environments. Now based in Oregon, he is passionate about contributing to the growth of soccer in the U.S. and bringing high standards and methodologies to

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83:29

SPECIAL EPISODE 50 - Special Guest Hal DellaTorre -...

The ProPlayer Podcast ·

2025/07/09

This Historic episode marks the special 50th episode of the podcast and It couldn't be a realer, more authentic account of real life success and failure. No matter what industry your in or what your trying to get to the top of this is worth every second of your time spent...Hal DellaTorre is a Husband, father, family man, businessman, entrepreneur and CrossFit coach who is so much more than physical fitness. His story is one that anyone striving to achieve anything should listen too. From growing up

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48:17

Special Episode 49 Season 3 In Conversation...

The ProPlayer Podcast ·

2024/08/12

"tired of never getting to hear from the Ref!!!" Well, that all changes right now...Mark R. Halsey is an English retired professional football referee who was born in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, later based in Bolton, Greater Manchester. Halsey primarily refereed in the Premier League from 1999 to 2013 and was on the league's list of Select Group Referees from its creation in 2001 until his retirement.His first Premier League appointment was a fixture between Wimbledon and Coventry City in

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66:37

Special Episode 48: Season 3..."Stuart Mclaren"......

The ProPlayer Podcast ·

2024/08/09

Stuart McLaren is a Scottish-Australian football player and coach, who is currently assistant coach for the Northern Ireland national women's team. As a player Queensland Roar signed McLaren on a short-term contract in early November 2005. He was signed due to Josh McCloughlan's injury, playing as a defender as he did when he was a former player-coach with the Brisbane Strikers in the NSL in Australia. He was then signed as a permanent player and regularly played in the starting eleven, occasionally

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94:03

Special Episode 47: Season 3..."Rae Dower" Football...

The ProPlayer Podcast ·

2024/08/05

Football Australia is pleased to advise the appointment of highly regarded coach and women’s football specialist, Rae Dower, to the role of Technical Director – Women’s Football.Dower, who is also Head Coach of the Australian U-17 Women’s National Team – a position she will retain alongside this newly created position at Football Australia – will provide a position of leadership on women’s football matters relating to pathways, competitions, national teams, coach development, and participation.In

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100:51

Special Episode 46: Season 3..."Jade Moore" England...

The ProPlayer Podcast ·

2024/07/25

Someone who needs no introduction. FA WSL legend and England Lioness great Jade Moore joins us on a very special episode of the Pro Player Podcast. Jade talks everything from her glittering career all round the world, representing England at Major tournaments like the FIFA Womens World Cup and her important role as Cardiac Risk in the Young Ambassador.Jade is authentic as she is inspiring - enjoy this very special extended episode...Cardia Risk in the Younghttps://www.c-r-y.org.ukPreventing young

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68:55

Episode 45: Season 3...UEFA Euro 2024 Special in...

The ProPlayer Podcast ·

2024/07/13

We kick off our special episode series with this offering in partnership with "Coachbetter"Team management, performance tracking, educational resources, and more – our app will elevate your coaching skills to the next level. Reimagine soccer success with coachbetter and redefine your team's journey to excellence today.https://www.coachbetter.comSpecial guest host Mark Sampson is Chief Football Officer at Coachbetter. Mark is an accomplished leader in both sporting and business environments. A UEFA

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