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
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Alun Powell
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Alun Powell
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National Talent Manager for the ECB. Former RFU Head of Academies. All views are my own 🏏 🏉
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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
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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 🏆
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@joesimpson9 Congratulations Simmo, outstanding innings. Very best for your next chapter.
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@joesimpson9 @WaspsRugby @EnglandRugby @gloucesterrugby @SaleSharksRugby @BathRugby @Saracens Congratulations Simmo. An outstanding Wasp and even better person. Very best wishes for your next chapter.
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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..
bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/…
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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.
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Great Sunday morning listen!
Fascinating and thought provoking discussion @Gary_Kirsten @russellearnshaw
Highly recommended!!
podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the…
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“Ten years ago nobody really talked about fun in professional sport.”...” - Interesting insight from @robkitson into the incredible rise of Exeter Chiefs
theguardian.com/sport/2020/oct…
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In these times of new and possibly unique challenges @TheMagicAcad @russellearnshaw discusses creative problem solving with Google’s @kirkvallis
podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the…
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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.
podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/tra…
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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 😘
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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.
podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aca…
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“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.
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@robwebber2 Great shift, top bloke. Some journey since Argyle Road! #academyhouse
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What a ride. Thank you!
Sale Sharks 🦈@SaleSharksRugby
PLAYER NEWS | @RobWebber2 to call time on his playing career after 1⃣6⃣ years!😢 The @PremRugby stalwart will leave the club at the end of the season to pursue other opportunities within the game... Read more below👇 #ThankYourRob #SharksFamily 🦈
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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
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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”
theguardian.com/football/2019/…
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Interesting. Dual Career has many benefits!
NRL on Nine@NRLonNine
NRL players 20 years or younger will be forced to work or go to school to prevent bad behaviour. #9WWOS #NRL
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