David Tenney is the High Performance Director of Austin FC, in MLS, a former Master’s Student and a Certified Coach by the Official School of Tactical Periodisation, and currently is finishing our Training for Trainers Course.  He talked with us about this new age that football is currently living, where data and Performance Departments are consolidated in Football reality. TP: Yes, because the line between losing control and not losing it is very thin. And the dose control is essential... David Tenney: If they trust you, on the Thursday your session can be at the highest level [...]

David Tenney is the High Performance Director of Austin FC, in MLS, a former Master’s Student and a Certified Coach by the Official School of Tactical Periodisation, and currently is finishing our Training for Trainers Course.  He talked with us about this new age that football is currently living, where data and Performance Departments are consolidated in Football reality. TP: Considering how the technical staff has experienced significant growth in the last decade. Now, it's a much more complex landscape. The outcome, which is training, has become a much more intricate process because it involves not only [...]

David Tenney is the High Performance Director of Austin FC, in MLS, it’s a former Master’s Student and Certified Graduate of our School, and currently is finishing our Training for Trainers Course.  He talked with us about this new age that football is currently living, where data and Performance Departments are consolidated in Football reality. TP: Tell us a little about your current role. David Tenney:I consider myself fortunate to have landed here in Austin FC, managing the role of High Performance Director. In this capacity, I work closely with the coaches to oversee the training program, [...]

Francisco Fardilha, Elite Speaker in our School, Founder of “Special Interest Coaching Research Group”, Higher Education Academy member, British Association of Sport and Exercise Scientists member, Portuguese society of Sports Psychology member, Teaching Impact Award winner (2019), University of Porto – Sports Faculty. Currently is the Football General Director of Bayern München Women. TP: What did you identify as limitations that affect the positive development of creativity in professional academies? Francisco Fardilha: There were some issues in academies and this is what I found really interesting because we've been focusing so much on the individual level, on [...]

Francisco Fardilha, Elite Speaker in our School, completed a PhD in Sport Studies at the University of Stirling (UK), on the topic of creative development in professional football academies. Founder of “Special Interest Coaching Research Group”, Higher Education Academy member, British Association of Sport and Exercise Scientists member, Portuguese society of Sports Psychology member, Teaching Impact Award winner (2019). Former Assistant Academy Manager at LOSC Lille and Technical Director at FC Girondins de Bordeaux Women, he is currently Women´s Technical Director of FC Bayern Munich, in Germany. TP: Great IQs, gifted people, do they have an advantage? [...]

Francisco Fardilha, Elite Speaker in our School, completed a PhD in Sport Studies at the University of Stirling (UK), on the topic of creative development in professional football academies. Founder of “Special Interest Coaching Research Group”, Higher Education Academy member, British Association of Sport and Exercise Scientists member, Portuguese society of Sports Psychology member, Teaching Impact Award winner (2019). Former Assistant Academy Manager at LOSC Lille and Technical Director at FC Girondins de Bordeaux Women, he is currently Women´s Technical Director of FC Bayern Munich, in Germany. TP: If it is possible, what are the first concerns [...]

Francisco Fardilha, Elite Speaker in our School, completed a PhD in Sport Studies at the University of Stirling (UK), on the topic of creative development in professional football academies. Founder of “Special Interest Coaching Research Group”, Higher Education Academy member, British Association of Sport and Exercise Scientists member, Portuguese society of Sports Psychology member, Teaching Impact Award winner (2019). Former Assistant Academy Manager at LOSC Lille and Technical Director at FC Girondins de Bordeaux Women, he is currently Women´s Technical Director of FC Bayern Munich, in Germany. TP: It’s a hot topic, people say that constraints limit [...]

José Tavares: Currently is the Head Coach in Charlotte FC NP, USA. He worked also in FC Porto, Boavista FC, FC Paços de Ferreira. PT: Over these last years, we saw Coaches that had the ability to also change the way people perceive football. Is this evolution in football culture something we can draw parallels to our own club? José Tavares: Absolutely, the connection between football culture and success is profound. Every person watching the game, whether in the stadium or elsewhere, becomes part of the experience. Success means different things to different people, shaped by our [...]

José Tavares: Currently is the Head Coach in Charlotte FC NP, USA. He worked also in FC Porto, Boavista FC, FC Paços de Ferreira. TP: How does that affect the sensitivity you need to have on recovery, especially with so many habits changing? José Tavares: I've been using this methodology for over 20 years, so I believe I know how to handle it. My agreement with the players is clear: they don't manage recovery; I do. They need to be present at all times. They're starting to realize that they're developing habits to stay focused. When they're [...]

Nuno Amieiro, Certified Trainer in our Official School and experienced Coach talks with us about the importance of the Pattern Morphocyle in that process. TP: Why is the Pattern Morphocycle applied from the first day of the season? Nuno Amieiro: Because of habits. Due to my personality, in contexts of less comfort, I have some difficulty controlling my anxiety, I start to sweat, my mouth becomes dry, I always want to drink water, and I can only be myself, when my body "grabs me", and I start to be "fluid", I start to be spontaneous, I'm no [...]