Created by father and daughter duo, this podcast is for anyone interested in sports, football and the coaching of young children. Join FA legend Pete Sturgess, producer Lauren and their studio dog Dora in this podcast series as they further support coaches across all levels of the game.
Join the team and lots of exciting new guests as they looking at many different areas of development and the game. From child development specialists to academy lead coaches the nature of these podcasts will be to inform, educate and entertain.
Thank you for listening to this series, we hope you've enjoyed the guests so far, and thank you for your support!
In today's final episode, we're joined by Gabriel Bussinger, Technical Coordinator and Director of Football at Vasco da Gama. With more than 20 years of experience in coaching and youth development, Gabriel has worked across some of Brazil’s biggest clubs, from Santos to Avaí, before taking on his current role in Rio. In this conversation, he shares his vision for shaping football environments that nurture both players and coaches. We talk about what it takes to build a strong culture, why development goes beyond the pitch, and how creating the right structures can unlock potential at every level of the game.
10 Nov 2025
S2 Ep7: Episode 7 - With guest Dan Micciche
We’re back with Dan Micciche for part two of our conversation! In Series 1, Dan began to share his journey through coaching England U16s and shaping young talent at academy level. This time, we go even deeper into his coaching philosophy — exploring the principles that still guide his work today, what makes an effective learning environment and why it's not always about winning or losing but what's learned along the way.
3 Nov 2025
S2 Ep6: Episode 6 - With Skillwise Sports
In this episode, we’re joined by Scott and Paul from Skillwise Sports, a coaching company that’s been rooted in Wigan since 2002. What started with football skills has grown into a community-based approach that’s all about how children learn, build confidence, and fall in love with the game. From multi-sport holiday camps to helping players progress into academies, Skillwise have built their reputation on creating fun, inclusive environments for kids of all ages. We talk about their journey, the lessons they’ve learned from two decades in grassroots football, and why joy and inclusivity should always come first in coaching.
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