In this episode of the MSC Podcast, Gary Curneen is joined by Natalie Henderson, Assistant Coach with the Canada Women’s National Team and former England and Newcastle United coach.
Natalie's coach support work is below:
padlockpad.com/nh-coach-support
Together, they explore one of the most important — and often overlooked — challenges in modern football: how to stay authentic in a world full of information, judgment, and noise.
Natalie opens up about:
The growing pressure on coaches to “know everything”
Finding balance between curiosity and confidence
Leading experts across sports science, medicine, and analysis
Creating authentic environments where players and staff can be themselves
Protecting time for football amid meetings and distractions
The “167 Rule” and why every coach plays a role in player psychology
Building trust through genuine mentorship rather than tick-box programs
From imposter syndrome to leadership, from player development to coach well-being, Natalie’s honesty shines through every topic. This is a must-listen for anyone trying to balance clarity, vulnerability, and growth in their coaching journey.
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In this episode of the MSC Podcast, Gary Curneen is joined by Natalie Henderson, Assistant Coach with the Canada Women’s National Team and former England and Newcastle United coach.
Natalie's coach support work is below:
padlockpad.com/nh-coach-support
Together, they explore one of the most important — and often overlooked — challenges in modern football: how to stay authentic in a world full of information, judgment, and noise.
Natalie opens up about:
The growing pressure on coaches to “know everything”
Finding balance between curiosity and confidence
Leading experts across sports science, medicine, and analysis
Creating authentic environments where players and staff can be themselves
Protecting time for football amid meetings and distractions
The “167 Rule” and why every coach plays a role in player psychology
Building trust through genuine mentorship rather than tick-box programs
From imposter syndrome to leadership, from player development to coach well-being, Natalie’s honesty shines through every topic. This is a must-listen for anyone trying to balance clarity, vulnerability, and growth in their coaching journey.
Inside The Aspire Summit: Coaching Lessons from Southgate, Benitez, Nancy & Nesta
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Inside The Aspire Summit: Coaching Lessons from Southgate, Benitez, Nancy & Nesta
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In this episode, Gary shares reflections from the 11th Aspire Academy Global Summit in Philadelphia — a two-day event hosted in collaboration with the Philadelphia Union and Major League Soccer.
With world-class speakers like Rafa Benítez, Gareth Southgate, Wilfried Nancy, and Alessandro Nesta, the conference tackled football’s biggest coaching questions — from tactical evolution to leadership, communication, and the mindset needed to keep learning in an ever-changing game.
Gary breaks down his biggest takeaways and how coaches at every level can apply them in their own environments.
Modern Soccer Coach Podcast
In this episode of the MSC Podcast, Gary Curneen is joined by Natalie Henderson, Assistant Coach with the Canada Women’s National Team and former England and Newcastle United coach.
Natalie's coach support work is below:
padlockpad.com/nh-coach-support
Together, they explore one of the most important — and often overlooked — challenges in modern football: how to stay authentic in a world full of information, judgment, and noise.
Natalie opens up about:
The growing pressure on coaches to “know everything”
Finding balance between curiosity and confidence
Leading experts across sports science, medicine, and analysis
Creating authentic environments where players and staff can be themselves
Protecting time for football amid meetings and distractions
The “167 Rule” and why every coach plays a role in player psychology
Building trust through genuine mentorship rather than tick-box programs
From imposter syndrome to leadership, from player development to coach well-being, Natalie’s honesty shines through every topic. This is a must-listen for anyone trying to balance clarity, vulnerability, and growth in their coaching journey.
