Gary is joined by Jaymes Monte from StatsBomb to discuss the role of attacking throw-ins including: 

- Is there a difference between a long throw and a possession throw? 
- How can we measure the effectiveness of throw-ins in different areas of the pitch? 
- Why are Arsenal better than Man City at throw-in efficiency? 

And much more!!

You can read his article on Attacking Throw-Ins:
https://statsbomb.com/articles/soccer/measuring-throw-in-success/

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Are You Wasting Possession From Throw-Ins? With Jaymes Monte (StatsBomb)

Gary is joined by David Tenney, High Performance Director at Austin FC (MLS), former Master’s Student and Certified Graduate of the Official School of Tactical Periodisation. 

David discusses the following: 
- Tactical periodisation versus periodizing tactics
- Linear thinking and coaching
- Understanding mental load
- Designing exercises to create focus and awareness

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Understanding REAL Tactical Periodisation with David Tenney

We were recently joined by Ged Quinn, Academy Director of Barca Residency Academy in Arizona. 

The Barca style of play has become world renowned over the years, but how do you teach that methodology at the younger ages and, more important, what does it look like when an individual professional pathway is the ultimate goal. Ged provides outstanding insight into the coaching methodology at Barca Academy  and how it fits into the landscape of the United States.

Inside the Barca Residency Academy with Ged Quinn!

This 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

Building an Effective Youth Curriculum with Temisan Williams

This week we are excited to be joined by Philadelphia Union U18 head coach Peter McDonnell. He discusses what makes the MLS club so unique when it comes to player development and how the club has created alignment from first team to all youth levels. The complexity of professional development is also a key topic as Peter shares how players balance academics, social media, and the rollercoaster nature of the game, in their journey. A true student of the game, Peter also talks about his experiences with a variety of different coaching course and the benefits of each one.

MLS Youth to Pro Pathway with Philadelphia Union's Peter McDonnell

How does Tactical Periodization and Sport Science connect? This week on the MSC Podcast, we are joined by Ian Coll, current Head of Performance at Las Vegas Lights (USL). Ian has extensive experience in the professional game working with distinguished clubs such as Hadjuk Split and Glasgow Celtic. He is also experience in Tactical Periodisation, learning from the great Vitor Frade as a Masters Candidate in 2024. 

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Connecting GPS Data to Tactical Periodisation with Ian Coll

Gary is joined by FC London head coach and Director of Methodology, Yiannis Tsala, who discusses football actions, interactions and references - alongside coaching and analysis. With more research around decision-making areas in recent years, theory and practice seem to be drifting further and further apart, making it more challenging for coaches to implement new concepts and ideas. However, in this interview, Yiannis does an outstanding job in relating complexity to daily tasks of coaches and analysts today. 

Understanding Football Actions, Interactions & References with Yiannis Tsala

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In recent years, creativity in football has become a hot topic. Many fans, coaches, and analysts have noticed that the modern game, while faster and more tactically advanced, sometimes feels robotic. Players follow strict systems, teams recycle familiar patterns, and moments of genuine spontaneity feel rare.

Ian McCall has taken an in-depth look at this topic and provided a full presentation that provides insight and ideas on what coaches can do to design environments that keep creativity alive. In this interview, he looks at the following:  

- Has football become too efficient and lost its creative spark?
- The difference between individual, collaborative, and collective creativity.
- How data, structure, and business pressures are shaping the modern game.
- Why society and education systems also impact creativity on the pitch.
- The role of coaches in creating safe environments for risk-taking.

Practical ideas to design training that fosters imagination and spontaneity.

Solving Football's Creativity Problem with Ian McCall

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In this episode, Gary shares reflections from the 11th Aspire Academy Global Summit in Philadelphia — a two-day event hosted in collaboration with the Philadelphia Union and Major League Soccer.

With world-class speakers like Rafa Benítez, Gareth Southgate, Wilfried Nancy, and Alessandro Nesta, the conference tackled football’s biggest coaching questions — from tactical evolution to leadership, communication, and the mindset needed to keep learning in an ever-changing game.

Gary breaks down his biggest takeaways and how coaches at every level can apply them in their own environments.



Inside The Aspire Summit: Coaching Lessons from Southgate, Benitez, Nancy & Nesta

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As Martin O’Neill returns to Celtic Football Club, we revisit a powerful conversation that captures everything he stands for as a coach and leader. From his early days under Brian Clough to managing Leicester, Celtic, Aston Villa, and the Republic of Ireland, O’Neill has lived through every phase of football’s evolution — and he’s never lost sight of what truly matters.

In this interview, Martin reflects on:

The lessons from Brian Clough and why simplicity still wins in a complicated world.

Rebuilding belief at Celtic, turning a 21-point deficit into a 6–2 victory over Rangers and a title-winning side.

Managing upwards in the modern game, where CEOs, directors, and data often overshadow football people.

Roy Keane’s impact on culture, standards, and leadership inside the dressing room.

The dangers of over-analysis, and why clarity and trust will always be the foundation of coaching.

It’s an honest, entertaining, and deeply relevant listen for any coach navigating today’s game — reminding us that football is still, at its core, about people, relationships, and belief.

Martin O’Neill Returns to Celtic: ‘Football Has Become Overcomplicated’”

Our goal is to bring in-depth content to coaches with a combination of interviews, chats, and personal thoughts on the topics that really matter in the beautiful game and elite-level sport. Enjoy and thanks for listening! - Gary

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