Ep 158 HIM F3 Coach David Brandt - The Journey of a High Impact Coach

In this episode of the High Impact Man podcast, host Nevin Gorky (Defib) and co-host Troy Klinger (Dial Up) welcome Coach David Brandt, a seasoned soccer coach with a remarkable track record. They delve into Coach Brandt's journey from his early days at Messiah College, where he built a successful soccer program, to his time at the Naval Academy and now at Bucknell University. The conversation explores themes of leadership, coaching philosophy, and the importance of servant leadership in developing young athletes. Coach Brandt shares insights on recruiting, the challenges of the pay-to-play system in U.S. soccer, and the significance of maturity in athletes. This episode is rich with valuable lessons for coaches, parents, and anyone interested in the development of young leaders. In this conversation, Dave Brandt shares his insights on coaching soccer at the college level, emphasizing the importance of maximizing practice efficiency, balancing strategy with individual player development, and the role of parents in youth sports. He discusses the challenges faced in Division One soccer, the significance of core values in coaching, and the need for accountability within a team. Brandt also highlights the importance of acting over feeling, defining success in sports, and the necessity of passionate leadership. His message to the men of America focuses on the need for depth and substance in leadership.