Soccer Nova Scotia You Beauty Podcast

In this week's episode, Wil and I make sense of: Wil's relationship to sport and soccer Volunteerism in sport What children are missing What children are not missing What parents are missing Using the principle of, "maximizing the potential of the present" when delivering and organizing sport in the current climate Not so rapid-fire, rapid-fire questions Quote of the week, "Keep moving and try to maintain a sense of well-being." Enjoy.

Today we connect with Mike Whyatt, Executive Director at Halifax City Soccer Club. We chat about: What is a club? Developing an organization that is doing more than only providing soccer programs. Trying to bring people together during this time - adapting based on current constraints. Achieving Halifax City’s Vision in the time of Convid. Cultural & physical design constraints to neighbourhood play. Setting individual improvement goals. Allowing for individual starting points when speaking...

Well, wouldn't you know it Soccer Nova Scotia? We are actually in season 5. The first episode in this year's slew of podcasts shines a light on Linday van Kessel, a community leader & champion out of Hebbville, Nova Scotia. Over the years Lindsay has given his time to all matters of development including club, district, and provincial level programming. Currently, Lindsay is the President of Thunder FC, a community club in Lunenburg County. We discuss the following items in our attempt to...

Nova Scotia, we are back! To connect, to engage, to entertain, to make sense of our current reality. Looking forward to the dialogue ahead.

Season 4 Episode 2 (S4Ep2) is with Gordon Maclelland (Working with Parents in Sport) on the bridging the relationship between club/coach & parent. Listen to Mike Whyatt (Soccer Nova Scotia Director of Development) and Gordon chat about: Why the need for the WWPIS platform Understanding the WWPIS platform & available resources WWPIS global family Popular WWPIS articles/resources For information on WWPIS and how to join the club scheme click here We are also giving away Wanderers tickets to a...

Season 4 Episode 1 (S4Ep1) is with Julia Burton (Grassroots Development Manager) on the hot topic of Skill Centres. Listen to Mike Whyatt (Soccer Nova Scotia Director of Development), Julia chat about the following: Understanding the Childs needs and Skill Centres The myths around Skill Centres The early success stories on Skill Centres Challenges & solutions with Skill Centres For information on Skill Centres contact Julia: grassroots@soccerns.ca We are also giving away 8 Wanderers tickets...

Season 3 Episode 6 (S3Ep6) is with UDFC staff: Adam Miller (Director of Soccer), Mesut Mert (Director of Performance) & Zach Bauld (Director of Skill Centres). Listen to Mike Whyatt (Soccer Nova Scotia Director of Development), Nino Kovacevic (Strategic Development Manager) & the UDFC staff chat about the following: UDFC's first year reflection Creating club culture away from soccer The removal of tryouts The adoption of Skill Centres The initial interaction with Canada Soccer Club Licence

Season 3 Episode 5 (S3Ep5) is with Jason deVos (Canada Soccer Director of Development). Listen to Mike Whyatt (Soccer Nova Scotia Director of Development) & Jason chat about the following: Canada Soccer Strategic Plan 2019-2021 Coach Education Club Licence Standards Based Performance Leagues And more *Quality of the call occasionally drops

Season 3 Episode 4 (S3Ep4) is with Julia Burton(Grassroots Development). Listen to Mike Whyatt (Soccer Nova Scotia Director of Development) & Julia chat about the following: Experience & learnings to date working in Grassroots Soccer The biggest threat to grassroots soccer Priorities to develop grassroots soccer at the club level Navigating the soccer profession as a female And more

Season 3 Episode 2 (S3Ep2) is with Nino Kovacevic (Strategic Development). Listen to Mike Whyatt (Soccer Nova Scotia Director of Development) & Nino chat about the following: The role and purpose Breaking the Glass - Are positions in youth sport professional? Xmas Film Review Winter/Spring Coaching Workshops Prize Giveaway

Season 3 Episode 2 (S3Ep2) is with Matt Holton (Talent Development). Listen to Mike Whyatt (Soccer Nova Scotia Director of Development) & Matt chat about the following: The Provincial Program 2018/19 Overview Selection Process The creation of resources Canada Soccer Player Development Program HFX Wanderers U Sports Draft Issues with training environments Night of Excellence Plus prize winners & give aways

Season 3 Episode 1 (S3Ep1) is with the development team: Matt Holton (Talent Development), Julia Burton (Grassroots & Skill Centres) & Nino Kovacevic (Strategic Development). Listen to Mike Whyatt (Soccer Nova Scotia Director of Development) & the team chat about the following: The restructure of the department Each staff's responsibility in reference to Canada Soccer's Club Licence Breaking the Glass: Why are the end users not receiving effective communication Plus prize give away and more

Season 2 Episode 12 (S2Ep12) is with Lindsay MacAskill (Program Administrator) & Matt Holton (Grassroots & Community Development Officer). Listen to Mike Whyatt (Soccer Nova Scotia Director of Development) & Jared chat about the following: Player Pool Policy Player Movement Policy Power Play Initiative Grassroots LTPD Matrix (Rural Nova Scotia) In addition we feature Nova Scotia News: Hiring of SNS League Staff Club Summer Registration Scott Firth TFC Trial Mark O'Sullivan Clinic - March 7th

Season 2 Episode 10 (S2Ep11) is with Jared Griffiths (High Performance Manager). Listen to Mike Whyatt (Soccer Nova Scotia Director of Development) & Jared chat about the following: Backstory of Jared Objectives that Jared has for the existing High Performance structure Objectives to support Nova Scotia clubs with the evolution of the AA/AAA leagues Managing the fear & expectations associated to change The importance of Coach Education both as an individual and how he will support coaches In...

Season 2 Episode 10 (S2Ep10) is with Brad Lawlor (Executive Director) & Matt Holton (Grassroots & Community Development Officer). Listen to Mike Whyatt (Soccer Nova Scotia Director of Development), Brad & Matt chat about the following: The new inter district provincial league to be managed by Soccer Nova Scotia In addition we feature: Announcement of Jared Griffiths as HP Manager $25 Ela! Voucher Giveaway & Winner https://youtu.be/GqVAaf8rNIA

Season 2 Episode 9 (S2Ep9) is with Jennifer Turnnidge. Listen to Mike Whyatt (Soccer Nova Scotia Director of Development) & Jennifer chat about the following: What is Transformational Leadership Overview of the Transformational Workshop The need for ongoing Coaching Education In addition we feature: Register for Mark O’Sullivan’s Keynote Theory and Practical Clinic – Here $25 Ela! Voucher Giveaway

Season 2 Episode 8 (S2Ep8) is with Mark O’Sullivan. Listen to Mike Whyatt (Soccer Nova Scotia Director of Development) & Mark chat about the following: Mark’s backstory The adultfication of youth sport The pitfalls of talent identification The vehicle and power of youth sport Who are children What is learning in youth sport Movement where mainstream public are embracing the discussion In addition we feature: Register for Mark O’Sullivan’s Keynote Theory and Practical Clinic – Here Watch No...

Season 2 Episode 7 (S2Ep7) is with Nino Kovacevic (Soccer Nova Scotia Highland Regional Technical Director). Listen to Mike Whyatt (Soccer Nova Scotia Director of Development) & Nino chat on a number of light topics on this Xmas special: Guest of the year 2017 Star Wars The Last Jedi predictions Xmas gifts Highland region technical plan Upcoming professional development

Season 2 Episode 6 (S2Ep6) is with Cindy Tye (Soccer Nova Scotia REX Head Coach). Listen to Mike Whyatt (Soccer Nova Scotia Director of Development) & Cindy chat about the following: Cindy's investment in soccer as an athlete and as a coach Role Models and her role as the female ambassador in Nova Scotia Current experience at Dalhousie University Women's Soccer How that connects to the approach with youth Development at REX What qualities are required to be successful In addition, we will...

Season 2 Episode 5 (S2Ep5) is with Brad Lawlor (Soccer Nova Scotia Executive Director). Listen to Mike Whyatt (Soccer Nova Scotia Director of Development) & Brad chat about the following: Recent tasks completed from an executive director perspective Upcoming tasks for staff at Soccer Nova Scotia In addition, we will discuss the latest news. This […]