'Cantona Was The MAIN MAN!' | Willie Boland | #87

Published: March 18, 2024, 3:51 p.m.

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In todays episode, our Guest is Willie Boland, current Director of Coaching at UCD/MMYFC, with Premier League experience as a player for Coventry & a coaching journey that has led him to his current Director of Coaching role - We hope you enjoy!

00:00 Intro & Early Childhood
06:00 Becoming a Footballer & Role of his Parents
07:00 What were Trials Like & Why Choose Coventry
10:45 Youth/Reserve Teams & Dealing with Senior Dressing Rooms
17:30 What Did You Like About Coventry?
23:40 What Makes a Player Standout in the Premier League?
30:30 Moving to Cardiff - Difference Between Premier League & League One
34:00 Moving Into Coaching - Role at Middlesborough
42:00 How To Give Bad News to Parents & Players
46:00 Becoming a Director of Football
54:00 Willie's Current Role at UCD/MMYFC Academy
1:04:00 What does Willie Look for in a Player

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