Introduction
“The best thing I’ve done for my coaching.”
Every coach has a turning point. A decision that changed everything.
Here are the stories from coaches in our community.
The Player Development Framework Discovery
The Before
“I used to just pick random drills from YouTube.”
Sessions disconnected. No overall plan. Hope-based coaching.
The Turning Point
“I came for the Player Development Framework, but stayed for everything else.”
Understanding how to build a complete picture of play.
The After
“Been working with the game model these past 3 weeks and our improvement has been noticeable from week to week.”
Connected sessions. Clear purpose. Visible development.
The Community Connection
The Before
“I was coaching completely alone.”
No one to ask. No perspective. No support.
The Turning Point
“Without this community I wouldn’t have become the coach I am today.”
Finding coaches on similar journeys.
The After
“Always on hand to help.”
Questions answered. Support provided. Growth accelerated.
The Mindset Shift
The Before
“I thought coaching was about drills and tactics.”
Technical focus. Information accumulation. Missing the point.
The Turning Point
“Changed the way I think about football for sure.”
Understanding that coaching is about people and development.
The After
“You can tell Steve coaches this lot.”
Identity visible through players. Philosophy in action.
The Resource Organisation
The Before
“Before I would often spend hours looking online for sessions.”
Wasted time. Random quality. Stress before training.
The Turning Point
“The game model is worth the price of admission alone.”
Finding organised, quality resources.
The After
“So much more prepared and structured as a coach.”
Efficient planning. Confident delivery. Enjoyable coaching.
The Development Focus
The Before
“I was focused on winning games.”
Results orientation. Short-term thinking. Pressure and stress.
The Turning Point
Learning about player development over match outcomes.
Understanding long-term impact matters more.
The After
“I’ve seen an increase in my confidence on game days, playing out the back, decision making and positioning.”
Players developing. Real growth. Sustainable approach.
The Learning Commitment
The Before
“I had my badge and thought I was done learning.”
Qualification as endpoint. Static knowledge. Stagnation.
The Turning Point
“I always learn something from your posts.”
Understanding that development never stops.
The After
“Going to do a 2nd and 3rd run for note-taking purposes.”
Continuous learning. Growing understanding. Ever-improving.
Common Themes
Access to Quality
Many turning points involve finding quality resources:
- Curated content
- Trusted sources
- Organised access
- Proven approaches
Quality beats quantity every time.
Connection to Community
Almost all mention other coaches:
- Shared learning
- Mutual support
- Collective wisdom
- Relationship value
Nobody develops alone.
Mindset Evolution
Deeper shifts happen in thinking:
- How they see coaching
- How they approach sessions
- How they view development
- Who they become as coaches
Knowledge matters. Perspective matters more.
Time Investment
Development requires investment:
- Time to learn
- Effort to apply
- Patience to see results
- Commitment to persist
No shortcut to genuine growth.
Finding Your “Best Thing”
If You Haven’t Yet
Still searching for your turning point?
Consider:
- What’s missing in your coaching?
- What do you wish you had?
- What do other coaches have that you don’t?
- What would transform your experience?
Where to Look
Turning points often come from:
- New communities
- Quality resources
- Different perspectives
- Challenging ideas
Expose yourself to new inputs.
Recognising It
You might already have found it:
- What has changed your coaching?
- What do you do differently now?
- What would you recommend to others?
- What are you grateful for?
Sometimes the best thing is already happening.
Your Story
Worth Telling
Every coach’s journey matters:
- Your struggles help others
- Your discoveries guide others
- Your progress inspires others
- Your story contributes to collective wisdom
Worth Creating
If your story isn’t yet what you want:
- You can change it
- New chapters start any time
- Turning points await
- Development is possible
The best thing for your coaching might be just ahead.
Conclusion
“The best thing I’ve done for my coaching.”
For some, it was finding a game model. For others, joining a community. For many, changing how they think. For all, committing to continuous growth.
What’s your story?
If you know, share it. Help others find their turning point.
If you don’t yet, keep searching. It’s out there.
Happy New Year.
May 2026 bring your best coaching yet.