Welcome to ‘How To Get Scouted', the podcast that delves into the exciting, high stakes arena of player scouting in football (Soccer). Your host is Olu Quadri and he's spent his career living and breathing this beautiful game. Along with Producer and co-host Drew Rice, we'll give athletes and passionate football fans a closer look at what happens behind the scenes of this competitive sport.
In our first episode, we're addressing the question that gnaws at every budding athlete's mind: 'Am I good enough to get noticed by a scout?' We'll explore what it takes to stand out on the field and the strategies young players can employ to attract the attention of scouts.
In our second episode, we'll put ourselves in the shoes of a scout to understand the qualities they hunt for when they're in the stands, watching the magic unfold on the pitch.
In the third episode, we delve into the intricate process of getting scouted, helping to demystify this crucial, yet often misunderstood, path to a professional football career.
Next, we'll shift our focus to what exactly a player should be working on to pique the interest of scouts. It's not all about scoring goals, you know!
After a successful trial, life can change drastically. We'll give you an insider's view of what happens next in episode five.
Our sixth and seventh episodes are all about the numbers, the stats, the data. We'll investigate how data analysis has revolutionized scouting and why it is now a key player in recruitment decisions.
In episode eight, we're talking metrics. Which ones should players focus on? What numbers matter most to scouts? We'll give you the lowdown on this critical component of the scouting process.
Finally, along with sports psychologist and councellor Neal Trottman, we'll explore other exciting career options in the football business for those who don't make the grade as players. Football is a diverse world, and there are many ways to make your mark.
So, whether you're an aspiring player hoping to catch a scout's eye, a passionate fan wanting to understand the business side of your favourite sport, or just someone who loves a good underdog story, our Journey Into the Scouting World’ has got something for you.
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Join us as we navigate this fascinating journey into the heartbeat of football. Let's kick off!"