Pathway progression is far more than bricks and mortar but some important observations here around consistency and transition
Liverpoolโs new Kirkby talent factory is bearing fruit
https://t.co/jbfMMeNHOV
Terrific inaugural U19s World Cup tournament. The England girls and all the staff should be immensely proud despite defeat in the final. Their performances, passion and enjoyment are an inspiration
#U19T20WorldCup ๐ฆ๐
The account of this young manโs journey to the @BBL includes several thought provoking development themes including role models, ambition, siblings, independent learning, mentors..
https://t.co/BAVxmjP8e8
Thank you @NathanTheoWood for the opportunity to contribute to the @ECB_cricket Level 4 programme. Itโs a privilege to โmeetโ and discuss player development with a great group of coaches.
โฆ@PentathlonGBโฉ delighted to have performance psychologist โฆ@RCGreyMattersUKโฉ supporting the development of the pathway & talent strategy through athletes, coaches and leadership levels ๐
โTen years ago nobody really talked about fun in professional sport.โ...โ - Interesting insight from @robkitson into the incredible rise of Exeter Chiefs
https://t.co/URpHoaVv7d
In these times of new and possibly unique challenges @TheMagicAcad@russellearnshaw discusses creative problem solving with Googleโs @kirkvallis
https://t.co/KqR6idDngX
Excellent interview by @ground_guru with Man Utd Academy Director @Coxy3012 discussing a broad range of related topics - his role, programme design, culture, talent ID, COVID-19 etc.
https://t.co/aaDG4WsTHH
Congratulations on an outstanding professional career in amassing over ๐ฏ Wasps appearances and Saxons representation. The journey was never smooth, but there was never any complaints. Top man. Best of luck with your next chapter.
Really enjoyed this interview by @AcadFN with Richard Allen of @LboroSport and formally of the FA, Spurs and QPR. Wide ranging discussion on player development, TID, parents etc. etc.
https://t.co/CAib7zaWIr
โIt's uncommon for organisations to have the focus, dedication and discipline to truly understand winning...Complexity is often used as an excuseโ
Excellent article by @dave_reddin outlining the WITTW model in football.
https://t.co/JqYcbGQkYS
Great example of the challenges faced by young players: the inevitable highs and lows. It also highlights the strength of determination and resilience of this young man, together with the benefits of an individualised and joined-up plan.
#rockyroad
https://t.co/uqmcykE78g
Real Sociedad, where every starting 11 must contain at least four academy players.
The philosophy of the academy programme is underpinned by 3 pillars: person, student and player, whilst also starting later (U13) allowing players to โhave a childhoodโ
https://t.co/KVKgpRkm12