31: Coaching Q&A III - Brian McLaughlin, Stephen McManus & Steve Kean

Maurice Ross is the latest guest on the Scottish Football Coaching Podcast.  This episode takes on a slightly different format and tone in this latest Coaching Journey edition, exploring coaching philosophies in depth with the former Rangers defender. Host Lewis Irons and Scottish FA Head of Coach Education and Development Greig Paterson discuss the themes of mentality, critical thinking and creating an environment in which the players feel heard and valued with Maurice.  It is a must listen for anyone looking for hints and tips on how to create a coaching environment that promotes development and success. 

This roundtable discussion focuses on all things relevant to the grassroots game, with particular emphasis on how meaningful and vital this level of the sport is.  All three guests offer a unique perspective on the importance of the grassroots game through their work, but also through their roles as football parents – witnessing the sport through fresh eyes when it comes to what it means to participate.

Livingston defender Nicky Devlin is the latest guest on the Scottish Football Coaching Podcast.   Ahead of his trip to Hampden on Sunday for the League Cup final showdown against St Johnstone, Nicky looks back on his career to date and discusses the coaches who have helped shape him personally and professionally.   Host Lewis Irons and Head of Coach Education Greig Paterson chat with the Premiership defender about the ups and downs of his career to date, his aspirations in coaching and look ahead to that trip to Hampden on the horizon. 

The Scottish Football Coaching Podcast is back for 2021.    In our latest episode, it's all about Scott McDonald, with the former Celtic and Motherwell forward joining his namesake - a 23-year-old C-Licence holder - to discuss their very different coaching experiences so far.    Host Lewis Irons and Scottish FA Head of Coach Education and Development Greig Paterson are joined by the two Scott's from opposite corners of the globe as they discuss the challenges of coaching during a pandemic, the coaching styles of Gordon Strachan and Mark McGhee, and how a young, inexperienced coach handles the prospect of dealing with older players. 

Brian McLaughlin, Steve Kean and Stephen McManus joined the Scottish FA's Head of Coach Education, Greig Paterson and a number of participants on the Elite Youth A Licence for a Q&A session. 

This is part two of our Scottish Football Coaching Podcast with James McFadden. James talks about his playing career and his transition to coaching. 

Scotland legend James McFadden joins us on the Scottish Football Coaching Podcast to discuss his coaching journey.  James has been assistant manager at Motherwell, coach for the Scotland National Team and is currently completing his Pro Licence with the Scottish FA. James talks about his playing career and his transition to coaching. This podcast is in two parts.

Robbie Nielsen, James McDonaugh, Shelley Kerr & Steve Kean joined the Scottish FA's Head of Coach Education, Greig Paterson and a number of participants on the UEFA B Licence course for a Q&A session. The coaches answered questions from coaches about their experiences in coaching. 

Brian McLaughlin, Stephen McManus & Steve Kean joined the Scottish FA's Head of Coach Education & Development, Greig Paterson and the participants of the UEFA Elite Youth A Licence course for a Q&A session. Brian, Stephen and Steve answered questions from the course participants  about their experiences of working with elite youth players.

Scot Gemmill, Shelley Kerr & Steve Kean joined the Scottish FA's Head of Coach Education, Greig Paterson and a number of participants on the UEFA A Licence course for a Q&A session. The coaches answered questions from coaches about their experiences in coaching.