The Inner Huddle is a youth football (soccer) development podcast tailored for parents, coaches, and managers striving to support young aspiring players. Hosted by Perry Cocking, a veteran coach with over 20 years of experience—including work with professional stars like Adam Lallana, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, and Jay Rodriguez—the show blends practical coaching advice with psychological and developmental insight. Episodes, often structured as concise 'Extra Time' segments, tackle themes such as performance anxiety, visualisation techniques, creative freedom in play, and shifting focus from external outcomes (like being scouted) to personal growth and improvement. The tone is warm, reflective, and mentorship-driven, aiming to help children build confidence, resilience, and enjoyment in the sport while avoiding the pitfalls of over-coaching and pressure. Tied closely to Perry's book 'Did You Win, Did You Score...?' and his blog, the podcast serves as both an educational resource and a supportive community hub for football families seeking holistic, long-term player development rather than short-term success.
The Inner Huddle is a youth football (soccer) development podcast tailored for parents, coaches, and managers striving to support young aspiring players. Hosted by Perry Cocking, a veteran coach with over 20 years of experience—including work with professional stars like Adam Lallana, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, and Jay Rodriguez—the show blends practical coaching advice with psychological and developmental insight. Episodes, often structured as concise 'Extra Time' segments, tackle themes such as performance anxiety, visualisation techniques, creative freedom in play, and shifting focus from external outcomes (like being scouted) to personal growth and improvement. The tone is warm, reflective, and mentorship-driven, aiming to help children build confidence, resilience, and enjoyment in the sport while avoiding the pitfalls of over-coaching and pressure. Tied closely to Perry's book 'Did You Win, Did You Score...?' and his blog, the podcast serves as both an educational resource and a supportive community hub for football families seeking holistic, long-term player development rather than short-term success.
