CoachCraft with Alf Gracombe
CoachCraft explores the art and impact of coaching youth sports through in-depth conversations with renowned coaches from grassroots to professional levels, revealing how exceptional mentors use athletics to shape character, build confidence, and positively impact young lives.
Podcasting since 2024 • 13 episodes
CoachCraft with Alf Gracombe
Latest Episodes
Ben Weber on Advocating for Youth Sports: A Boston City Councilor's Perspective
Boston City Councilor Ben Weber joins the show to discuss the intersection of youth sports and local politics. From coaching grassroots soccer to serving at City Hall, Ben shares insights on the resource disparities facing city athletes, the co...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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58:41
Chris Hoeh Remembers Dean Conway
In this heartfelt episode, host Alf Gracombe honors the legacy of Dean Conway, a beloved mentor and coach who passed away earlier this year. Through conversations with Chris Hoeh, a long-time collaborator of Dean, the episode explores Dean's pr...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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38:19
Neil Harris - Person Before Player: 21 Years at Manchester United Academy
In this conversation, Neil Harris shares his extensive coaching journey, transitioning from a player to a coach at Manchester United and eventually becoming self-employed. He discusses the importance of building trust with players and their fam...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:17:07
Joe Cummings Remembers Dean Conway
Today's conversation is with Joe Cummings, a longtime leader in American soccer who knew and worked with Dean Conway going back over 40 years. Joe's career has spanned coaching, education, and executive leadership roles throughout the soccer co...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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40:48
Edu Rubio - Premier League and UEFA Pro Coach
In this episode of the CoachCraft Podcast, host Alf Gracombe speaks with Edu Rubio, a UEFA Pro coach with nearly two decades of experience in English football. They discuss Edu's journey from youth coaching to the Premier League (Wolves and Wes...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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