Alun Powell

National Talent Manager for the ECB. Former RFU Head of Academies. All views are my own 🏏 🏉

[Alun Powell @alundpowell]

Pathway progression is far more than bricks and mortar but some important observations here around consistency and transition

Liverpool’s new Kirkby talent factory is bearing fruit

https://t.co/jbfMMeNHOV

[Alun Powell @alundpowell]

Great work from @ECB_cricket colleagues raising awareness of RAE

[ECB Coach Development @icoachcricket]

🚨 TEASER - Understanding relative age effect

📱 Coming soon to icoachcricket

#coaching
#cricket

[Alun Powell @alundpowell]

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 🦁🏆

[England Cricket @englandcricket]

Defeat in the final.

Congratulations to @BCCIWomen who win by 7 wickets 👏

#U19T20WorldCup 🏆

[Alun Powell @alundpowell]

@joesimpson9 Congratulations Simmo, outstanding innings. Very best for your next chapter.

[Alun Powell @alundpowell]

@joesimpson9 @WaspsRugby @EnglandRugby @gloucesterrugby @SaleSharksRugby @BathRugby @Saracens Congratulations Simmo. An outstanding Wasp and even better person. Very best wishes for your next chapter.

[Alun Powell @alundpowell]

The account of this young man’s journey to the @BBL includes several thought provoking development themes including role models, ambition, siblings, independent learning, mentors..
https://t.co/BAVxmjP8e8

[Alun Powell @alundpowell]

Thank you @NathanTheoWood for the opportunity to contribute to the @ECB_cricket Level 4 programme. It’s a privilege to ‘meet’ and discuss player development with a great group of coaches.

[Alun Powell @alundpowell]

Great Sunday morning listen!

Fascinating and thought provoking discussion @Gary_Kirsten @russellearnshaw
Highly recommended!!

https://t.co/L5kSHLoPWu

[Alun Powell @alundpowell]

👏👏👏

[Neil McCarthy @NeilMcCarthy74]

⁦@PentathlonGB⁩ delighted to have performance psychologist ⁦@RCGreyMattersUK⁩ supporting the development of the pathway & talent strategy through athletes, coaches and leadership levels 👇

[Alun Powell @alundpowell]

“Ten years ago nobody really talked about fun in professional sport.”...” - Interesting insight from @robkitson into the incredible rise of Exeter Chiefs

https://t.co/URpHoaVv7d

[Alun Powell @alundpowell]

In these times of new and possibly unique challenges @TheMagicAcad @russellearnshaw discusses creative problem solving with Google’s @kirkvallis

https://t.co/KqR6idDngX

[Alun Powell @alundpowell]

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

[Alun Powell @alundpowell]

Congratulations on an outstanding professional career in amassing over 💯 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.

[Tom Lindsay @TomLindsay2]

After 16 years of playing professional rugby its time to hang up the boots. I have been so grateful to play for @WaspsRugby , @Saracens , @gloucesterrugby , @BedfordBluesRFC and @BristolBears and @EnglandRugby Saxons. Thanks for the memories. Linder 😘

[Alun Powell @alundpowell]

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

[Alun Powell @alundpowell]

“It's uncommon for organisations to have the focus, dedication and discipline to truly understand winning...Complexity is often used as an excuse”

Excellent article by @dave_reddin outlining the WITTW model in football.

https://t.co/JqYcbGQkYS

[Alun Powell @alundpowell]

@robwebber2 Great shift, top bloke. Some journey since Argyle Road! #academyhouse
🐝 🤦‍♂️

[Alun Powell @alundpowell]

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

[Alun Powell @alundpowell]

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 “have a childhood”

https://t.co/KVKgpRkm12

[Alun Powell @alundpowell]

Just finished this on @audibleuk
Thank you to @DenstoneSport for the recommendation 👍

[Tony Fretwell @TonyFretwell]

Interesting. Dual Career has many benefits!