Julian McGowan shares insights on the evolution of boxing, the importance of coaching, and the cultural shifts in amateur boxing.
He reflects on his son's MMA debut, the role of coaches in shaping fighters, and the impact of socioeconomic factors on access to the sport. Julian emphasizes the need for resilience in fighters and discusses the challenges faced by working-class kids in pursuing boxing. He also highlights the importance of recognizing talent and the different paths fighters take in their development.
Julian also discusses the intricacies of coaching boxing, focusing on assessing fighter readiness, the transition from amateur to professional levels, and the importance of inside fighting techniques. He shares insights on the dynamics of parent coaching versus non-parent coaching, emphasizing the significance of healthy relationships in training. The discussion also touches on the future of boxing, highlighting the need for talent development and effective training methods.
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Julian McGowan shares insights on the evolution of boxing, the importance of coaching, and the cultural shifts in amateur boxing.
He reflects on his son's MMA debut, the role of coaches in shaping fighters, and the impact of socioeconomic factors on access to the sport. Julian emphasizes the need for resilience in fighters and discusses the challenges faced by working-class kids in pursuing boxing. He also highlights the importance of recognizing talent and the different paths fighters take in their development.
Julian also discusses the intricacies of coaching boxing, focusing on assessing fighter readiness, the transition from amateur to professional levels, and the importance of inside fighting techniques. He shares insights on the dynamics of parent coaching versus non-parent coaching, emphasizing the significance of healthy relationships in training. The discussion also touches on the future of boxing, highlighting the need for talent development and effective training methods.
Steve Sallis is an author, an academic and a former Vice Principal in an inner London School. He is also a former academy player and coach, and in recent years has become recognised as a leading light in the football world when it comes to working on mindset, whether that be for players or coaches.
He has worked for numerous football clubs at first team level including Cardiff City, AFC Wimbledon and Northampton Town where he is currently employed. In addition he delivers coach education for the Scottish FA.
This episode covers a multitude of topics including
- the mindset and toolkit for the modern coach
- education in football...is the modern game more open to learn?
- sourcing coaches...where might football get the next generation from
- Comparisons with other sports
- English football...state of the nation
A fascinating discussion with a hugely passionate and knowledgeable guy
Dance Under Those Lights
Julian McGowan shares insights on the evolution of boxing, the importance of coaching, and the cultural shifts in amateur boxing.
He reflects on his son's MMA debut, the role of coaches in shaping fighters, and the impact of socioeconomic factors on access to the sport. Julian emphasizes the need for resilience in fighters and discusses the challenges faced by working-class kids in pursuing boxing. He also highlights the importance of recognizing talent and the different paths fighters take in their development.
Julian also discusses the intricacies of coaching boxing, focusing on assessing fighter readiness, the transition from amateur to professional levels, and the importance of inside fighting techniques. He shares insights on the dynamics of parent coaching versus non-parent coaching, emphasizing the significance of healthy relationships in training. The discussion also touches on the future of boxing, highlighting the need for talent development and effective training methods.
