Today centers on Masterclass lesson number four, where we focus on “the ball and the wall.”

As I've always said, the wall is the best teacher. Don't just take my word for it listen to the countless historical and current professional soccer players who swear by it. If you take the time to work by yourself with a wall, in a very deliberate and specific manner, you will drastically increase your capacity as a soccer player, particularly your technique.

Benny Rogers joins me once again.

Of course, we meander a bit, taking tangents here and there to discuss other soccer-related topics, but we always bring it back to this core lesson.

Our previous three podcast episodes covered Masterclass lessons one, two, and three, each tackling different topics. If you haven't listened to those yet, you might want to check them out. This episode continues our series, going lesson by lesson through the Masterclass.

00:00 Intro
05:05 Nobody is Getting Rich from Pay-to-Play
08:05 Volunteer Coaches and Club Directors: Heroes or Not?
10:55 Today’s Masterclass Lesson – The Wall
20:22 Repetition and Technique Mastery
24:03 What is “Technique”?
25:04 On Developing your Weak Foot
34:04 The Role of Juggling
38:36 The Common Mistake in Development – Getting Bored and Moving on to Something Else too Soon
43:27 Technique for Different Positions
47:43 The Importance of Watching Games
54:46 Promotion and Relegation Debate

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This episode features a discussion about why possession soccer is what should be getting taught in youth team training.

It is prompted by a lesson taught in the 343masterclass program.

00:00 Intro
04:44 Historical Context of Possession Soccer in the U.S.
07:39 Brian’s Influence and Success
11:27 Defining Success in Possession Soccer
15:39 Developing Individual Players through Possession Soccer
23:03 Key Principles of Possession Soccer
25:43 Awareness and Joystick Coaching
29:12 Thinking Ahead in Soccer
29:53 Good vs. Bad Joystick Coaching
32:34 Positional Requirements and Technique
34:09 Challenges with Technical Proficiency
35:08 Training Techniques within Possession-Based Team Training
38:32 Identifying True Possession-Based Teams
41:43 Choreography in Team Movements
42:35 Executing in the Final Third
44:55 US Soccer and Possession-Based Approach
51:23 Promotion and Relegation in US Soccer

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Unpacking the Mental Side of Soccer: Insights from the 3four3 Podcast

In this episode of the 3four3 podcast, the focus is on the mental and psychological aspects of soccer, highlighted by their growing importance at higher levels of play.

Real-life examples, including anecdotes about Efrain Alvarez and Lionel Messi, to illustrate how mental toughness, discipline, and sacrifice differentiate top players. They also touch on the roles of parents and coaches in nurturing a player’s psychological resilience and the difficulties of balancing multiple roles and responsibilities. The episode aims to offer invaluable insights for players, coaches, and parents striving for success in the American soccer landscape.

00:00 Intro
05:37 The Importance of Mentality in Youth Sports
08:14 Parental Influence
09:16 Efrain Alvarez
11:35 Example that Beckham Gave about Messi at Miami
18:21 Using Pro Player Development as a Referece, as a Gold Standard
22:23 Parents Asking Gary for Advice
28:33 Sacrifice and Commitment in High School Sports
29:44 What Does “Sacrifice” Look like at the Youth Levels
37:00 What Does Sacrifice Look Like Beyond the Youth Level
42:21 Commonalities With the Real World Outside Soccer
48:06 Taking Risks in Career and Business

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In this episode, the discussion centers around the importance of promotion and relegation in the American soccer ecosystem. Terry Ransberry, an entrepreneur and father of a young soccer player, shares his personal experiences as his son navigates the soccer world in Europe.

The conversation highlights the differences between the American closed system and the open systems abroad, emphasizing the need for a meritocracy in U.S. soccer.

Additionally, Terry discusses his venture, Accelerator School, which blends academics and soccer training to cater to young athletes. The episode also touches on broader societal impacts and includes a brief digression on the achievements of Elon Musk. Finally, Terry invites listeners to join a training trip to Argentina, emphasizing the deep cultural connection to soccer in other countries.

00:00 Intro
07:06 Tech Talk: Elon Musk’s Achievements
15:31 Accelerator School: A New Approach to Education
16:31 The Degradation of Student Quality over the Years
28:56 Soccer Training and Development
32:42 On Development vs Winning
40:51 Living the Promotion and Relegation Experience
49:44 What Happens if US Goes Pro/Rel?
54:22 The Broader Implications of an Open System
01:08:57 Opportunities in an Open System

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In this episode of the podcast, Gary and Benny discuss the 3four3 Masterclass, a parent education program aimed at equipping parents on how to better guide their kid’s soccer development.

They explore how the program evolved from personal training to a comprehensive tool for parents, highlighting the critical role parents play in their kid’s soccer journey.

The conversation dives into the five key components of player development:
* Structured club training.
* Household influence.
* Playing on their own.
* Pickup games.
* Personal training.

We also touch on the standards in academic settings, the changing quality of students over the years, and the influence of cultural and societal factors on education.

The episode concludes with discussing the importance of finding the right environment and overcoming systemic challenges in American soccer.

00:00 Intro
03:05 Quality of Students in Academics over Time
11:13 Main (Where Ben started the video)
11:29 Masterclass Origin and Description
17:06 The Team Environment (part of the 5 components of player develoment)
22:08 Coaches Can Discern Who is Putting in the Work
23:03 On Technical Debt
27:10 Insert Kobe Bryant’s testimonial
29:37 Household/Family Influence
35:41 Playing on Your Own Influence
39:22 Pickup Game Influence
45:40 Personal Training Influence
56:01 On Attempts to Create a Pickup Soccer Environment

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This episode dives into the balance between winning and youth soccer development, addressing challenges faced by parents, coaches, and clubs.

The discussion covers the impact of media narratives and the structural shortcomings of American soccer, such as the lack of promotion and relegation. It explores how losing can be a learning tool and the need to sustain a competitive yet positive environment.

Additionally, resources for coaches and parents are highlighted, such as programs from 343coaching.com and 343masterclass.com, with an emphasis on possession-based football as effective in developing players and teams.

The episode underscores the responsibility of coaches in fostering player growth on and off the field, advocating a long-term approach to development in American soccer.

00:00 Intro
04:26 The Role of Winning in Youth Soccer
06:29 Winning Helps from a Coaches Perspective
09:24 Parents want to “win at all cost”
11:00 On Parent Education
14:29 Coaching Philosophy and Challenges
16:27 IG Question: Re-evaluate your Build Out Philosophy if Losing
19:43 On Playing “Down” a Level in Order to Execute and Learn
22:40 IG Question: “When Coaches Say They Don’t Care About Winning”
24:44 On Parent Discernment
27:09 On Leagues not Publishing Standings & The Kids Care About Winning
31:14 An Extremely Positive Opportunity for Teams/Players that Always Lose
33:33 Should Results Matter at 5 Years Old Playing 4v4?
38:04 IG Comment- On Coaches Exploiting “The Result”
39:55 The Broader Soccer Ecosystem (Lack of Pro/rel is the Root Cause)
42:13 Trickle-Down Culture of Mediocrity in American Soccer
43:38 The Impact of Promotion and Relegation
46:37 The 3 Parent Expectations: Pay to Play, Have Fun, and Win – The Transactional Nature of Youth Soccer
50:35 Has Brian Ever Sacrificed His Philosophy/Identity to Win?
52:30 Winning Matters and Losing Matters – Life Lessons
57:40 On NFL/NBA/USWNT Being the Best without Pro/Rel
01:03:44 Columbus Crew Supporters Chant Like AYSO Children
01:07:38 How Long Until We Get Pro/Rel, and How

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Navigating the Complex World of Youth Soccer Coaching with Rory O’Neill

In this episode Gary and guest Rory O’Neil drop unique gold nuggets.

Quite a bit of Argentina talk, and how it’s different from the US.

Rory shares his journey as a coach and a parent, his experiences with his YouTube channel, and his professional background as a physician. The episode covers the importance of authentic education for coaches, how to identify well-coached teams, the challenges coaches face, and the crucial role of parent education in young players’ development.

05:43 Coaching Philosophy and Youth Development
07:56 Identifying Well-Coached Teams
17:31 Balancing Rory’s Medical Career and Coaching
20:13 The State of Youth Soccer in the U.S.
23:49 Cultural Differences in Soccer
38:59 Experiences in Argentina, the Culture and Competitive Mentality
50:01 Challenges and Rewards of Coaching Youth Soccer
53:10 On Possible Marginal Improvement Available at the High Level vs Low Level
54:19 The Role and Struggles of Parent Coaches
01:00:13 Dealing with Parent Expectations and Education
01:04:40 Parents/Players thinking “the Grass is Greener”
01:05:44 Coaches make Little Money Relative to the Job Requirements
01:07:42 No Incentive to Develop Players
01:08:21 Mourinho On Coaching (everyone thinks they can do a better job)
01:11:12 On non-STEM Disciplines (like soccer) open to Bull Shit
01:16:30 On Not Really Caring about Soccer Itself (More than a Game)
01:20:54 The Journey and Impact of Coach Rory’s YouTube Channel

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Unlocking the 3four3 Soccer Coaching Methodology

The episode delves into various aspects of coaching philosophy such as the importance of structured training, balancing the pressure to win versus player development, setting clear expectations, and building trust with players and parents.

Real-world insights are shared into adapting these methods at different levels of play, managing parent expectations, and ensuring player engagement.

Emphasis is placed on the significance of having a consistent training framework and the role of coach charisma in effective communication.

The episode also highlights the practical utility of the coaching program and its positive impacts across different soccer levels.

00:00 Intro
03:12 The Importance of a Structured Methodology
07:10 How to Keep Everyone Excited/Engaged/Bought-in with Repetitive Sessions
12:26 Balancing Winning and Development
12:57 Possession Soccer gives you a Higher Probability of Winning along with Individual Development
16:48 Does Possession Soccer Hinder Creativity and Player Development?
22:51 On Parent Involvement, Issues, and Education
31:43 The Levels of Coaching Mastery
33:27 Coaching the Activities vs Sitting Back and Observing their Execution
36:20 Past Coaching Influences and Inspirations
38:50 On Breaking/Bending the Rules for the Art or an Outcome
42:49 Setting Expectations and Building Trust
44:00 Brian’s Introductory Speech (from the premium program)
54:58 The Importance of a Proven Methodology
58:43 Mastery and Patience in Coaching
59:10 Sticking to the Program

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Transformation in US Soccer: What’s Mauricio Pochettino’s Impact?

This episode discusses a potential turning point for U.S. Soccer with the hiring of high-profile Argentinian manager Mauricio Pochettino for the U.S. Men’s National Team.

Hosts explore the possible cultural impact of this hire, both on and off the field, emphasizing the need for soccer excellence and addressing the challenges of the American soccer landscape.

They delve into the monopolistic influence of Major League Soccer on U.S. Soccer Federation decisions and speculate on Pochettino’s authority within this system.

04:53 Rumors and Speculations about Job Offers
08:06 Debunking the Established Media Narratives regarding the Job
12:38 Is the USMNT manager able to speak up, or not?
16:11 On “Needing to Know the American Player”
17:28 On Being Stuck with the Existing Player Pool and Player Entitlement
20:27 On the Field Expectations (and off the field)
27:07 Player Pool Ossification
30:20 On the “Cream Not Rising to the Top”
36:52 Biggest On/Off the field challenges for Pochettino
38:39 Argentinean Culture – Differences and Expectations
42:59 On Recruiting Dual-Nationals
44:47 The Excitement – or lack thereof – for the National Team
46:18 The Disconnect with US Soccer
48:55 The Power Dynamics in US Soccer
01:02:52 Can’t you just be happy, Gary?

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Inside American Soccer: Coaching, Social Media, and Beyond with Benjamin Rogers

In this episode host Gary has Benjamin (who played for Brian from age 10 on) share his transformation from a soccer player to a coach and his role as a social media manager for 3four3.

The discussion includes the importance of understanding the sport’s political and cultural dimensions, the critical role of education in youth coaching, and the influence of social media in shaping perceptions.

07:03 Early Memories of playing for Brian
09:00 Coaching Journey Begins
18:33 College and Career Path
20:57 The Value of Education
30:25 Soccer as a Cultural Phenomenon
31:46 Soccer is More than “Just a Game”, just “Entertainment”
34:30 The People/Fan/Supporters have the Power
36:25 What can Youth Coaches do to Influence Large Scale Change
41:15 The Impact of the 3four3 Coaching Program
43:27 Filming and Capturing the Real Art
43:59 On Masterclass
44:53 Challenges Parents Face in Youth Soccer
45:25 The Importance of Soccer Education for Parents
47:53 Regrets and Realizations: High School Soccer
48:31 The D1 Mentality: Misconceptions and Realities
49:46 Junior College Pathways: Opportunities and Challenges
52:50 The Impact of Social Media on Youth Soccer
56:41 The Challenge(s) of Doing Deep Work
59:04 Finding Passion and Flow in Life and Soccer
01:04:21 Benny’s Role in 3four3: Contributions and Experiences
01:08:22 Final Thoughts and Future Plans

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Get aboard a proven path, a legitimately proven path, not something copied or synthesized from elsewhere, or worse. No, but rather a first hand account and curriculum directly from the source, from the practitioners themselves, whose work is unprecedented in the American soccer environment.

For Coaches

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You don’t have to be lost and confused.
Learn to properly guide and develop your kid through the maze and pitfalls that is American soccer (from the folks who have actually done it).
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Exploring U.S. Soccer: Politics, Development, and Coaching with Kirk Kinsey

Gary’s guest appearance on the Counter Press Podcast with Kirk Kinsey is featured. They delve into the U.S. Soccer Federation’s decision to terminate Gregg Berhalter and its broader repercussions on the U.S. Men’s National Team.

The discussion covers intricate aspects of American soccer, including Major League Soccer’s influence, player development, transfers, and the role of soccer media. The pressures on European clubs, the impact on MLS players, and differing perspectives on enhancing American soccer culture are also examined.

04:09 Bigger than Just Gregg
07:03 Pressure on US Soccer
08:36 MLS/USSF Tied together
12:50 MLS Gatekeeping the Youth
15:23 Promotion/Relegation Opportunity Missed
17:15 Gary’s experience on being blind
20:45 On Money and the System
22:59 No Incentives For Coaches to be great
24:43 Criticism of Journalist overseas
28:32 On Bielsa
32:18 Judging Managers is extremely difficult if you are not there
34:12 On xG
36:37 Journalist use stats to create narratives
42:12 On Alexi Lalas
47:16 Lack of Integrity from Journalists
48:27 On Jimmy Conrad’s Show
50:38 On the “golden” generation
51:47 Gary’s Take on the Player Pool
58:06 Another Yes Man will be brought in
01:05:36 MLS Managers get comfortable with MLS Players
01:10:25 Kirk Testimonial

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For Coaches

Learn the methodology at 343coaching.com.
If you’re coaching 7v7, we’ve got you covered at 7v7coaching.com.

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You don’t have to be lost and confused.
Learn to properly guide and develop your kid through the maze and pitfalls that is American soccer (from the folks who have actually done it).
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