#29 - Stop Counting Juggles & Start Watching the Body. How Good Is Your Kid?

<p>In this episode, Paul discusses how to assess a player's potential through juggling, emphasizing the importance of body mechanics, fluidity, and experience over mere tricks. </p><p></p><p>He debunks myths about juggling and highlights the broader skills needed to excel in football.</p><p></p><p>Free Parent Starter Pack: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://pauljspacey.com/podcast" target="_blank"><b>https://pauljspacey.com/podcast</b></a></p><p>(get the info coaches won't openly tell you)</p><p></p><p>-</p><p></p><p>Get In Touch</p><p>Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/pauljgspacey" target="_blank"><b>https://www.instagram.com/pauljgspacey</b></a></p><p>Twitter: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/PaulSpacey" target="_blank"><b>https://x.com/PaulSpacey</b></a></p><p>YouTube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@paulspacey" target="_blank"><b>https://www.youtube.com/@paulspacey</b></a></p><p>Email: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://pauljspacey.com/contact-3/" target="_blank"><b>https://pauljspacey.com/contact-3/</b></a></p><p></p><p>-</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction and overview of the topic</p><p>02:10 What to look for in a player's body mechanics and fluidity</p><p>04:01 Examples of professional players and their juggling comfort</p><p>09:01 Limitations of judging players solely by juggling skills</p><p>12:06 The importance of experience and practice in player development</p><p>15:02 How pattern recognition and game IQ relate to technical skills</p><p>20:13 Common misconceptions and myths about juggling and football ability</p><p>25:11 The value of individual practice and developing both feet</p><p>30:08 Addressing biases and misconceptions about American players</p><p>34:49 The broader skills needed to excel in football beyond juggling</p><p>40:13 Encouraging young players to practice and develop confidence</p><p>44:46 Final thoughts and resources for players, parents, and coaches</p>