Rob interviews former professional football player Jimmy Greenhoff, who shares his experiences playing under various managers, including Sid Owens, Don Revy, Stan Cullis, Tony Waddington, and Tommy Dockham.

He discusses the coaching styles and personalities of each manager and reflects on his time playing alongside notable players such as Alan Hudson and Terry Conroy. Jimmy also talks about his career at Stoke City and Manchester United, as well as his brief stint as a player-manager at Rochdale, stressing the importance of hard work and the support of family in achieving success in football.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Jimmy had the privilege of playing under several esteemed managers, including Sid Owens, Don Revy, Stan Cullis, Tony Waddington, Tommy Dock, and Dave Sexton. These managers had a significant impact on his career and helped shape him as a player.
• Jimmy had a special partnership with Alan Hudson during his time at Stoke City. Their on-field chemistry and ability to read each other's movements made them a formidable duo and a joy to watch for fans.
• Despite not enjoying running, Jimmy recognises the necessity of fitness and conditioning to excel in the game, focussing on the value of practicing specific skills, such as losing defenders and making well-timed runs.
• There may be moments or things we wish we had done differently. However, remaining humble and appreciative of the opportunities we have is vital.

BEST MOMENTS

"He was one of my best mates there as well, even though he was about five years older than me." 

"He suggested to Don Revy that they play me up front. And he did, he played him, he did what Sid asked and the rest was kind of, it was the best thing that happened to me." 

"He was strict that way. Yes. Yeah. It was all for you though, what he was doing and having a go at. It was all for you, for the benefit of you." 

"I felt he was. You heard a lot of people nearly had them to tears. But it was all for your best, you know what I mean?"

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Rob Ryles is a UEFA A licensed coach with a League Managers Association qualification and a science and medicine background. He has worked in the football industry in Europe, USA and Africa; at International, Premiership, League, Non-League and grassroots levels with both World Cup and European Championship experience

Rob Ryles prides himself on having a forward thinking and progressive approach to the game built through his own experience as well as lessons learned from a number of highly successful managers and coaches.

The Leader Manager Coach Podcast is where we take a deep dive examining knowledge, philosophies, wisdom and insight to help you lead, manage and coach in football, sport and life.

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