Leader Manager Coach Podcast

Rob is in conversation with former professional footballer and current coach at Port Vale, Anthony Griffith, who's here this week to share the story of his career, and to pass on the wealth of advice he's gathered across the years to anyone with an interest in the game, or the life surrounding it.Anthony's journey is filled with sage wisdom, surprises, and invaluable guidance for players, coaches and family, old or young.KEY TAKEAWAYS As a youth player, Anthony found that being away from home, and finding himself suddenly cast into a foreign environment, mean that he had to sink or swim. Many other young men felt like quitting, but Anthony chose the opposite route, deciding that it was time to step up and find his independence.Youth training in football is not just about teaching young people how to play the game. It's also about preparing them for life, to develop their confidence, their will and their decision making.Anthony always gave his best when he was given the opportunity to improve as a player,