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The Grassroots Football Coach
UEFA A Licence Coach Mark 'Rivo' Rivers, and Berks & Bucks FA's, Richard Brant, catch up with local and national football coaches to discuss their journeys, coaching philosophies and personal experiences in the sport. Follow Rivo & Rich as they catch up with old friends, new colleagues and footballing legends, and listen in, as each guest provides their own fascinating insight into football coaching from every level of the game.
The Grassroots Football Coach
Rivo & Rich meet... Brian Lackey
This week, Rivo & Rich are joined by grassroots coach, Brian Lackey.
On the pod, Brian shares his own grassroots journey as a player before being inspired to coach which he has continued over the last 3 decades. Brian talks about his own experiences creating and coaching a local girls team.
Brian talks about his roles as Coach, Mentor and as a parent within his current role at Woodley United. Brian also discusses Coach Development, importance of a positive environment and the benefits of smaller sided formats including 3v3 & England Football's Future Fit.
Music by Darren Fellerdale.