In this episode, Coach Yas is joined by Ebun Thomas, Assistant Head of Academy & Head of Coach Development at Doncaster Rovers.
Ebun shares his journey from starting out as a grassroots coach at just 16 to now leading the development of coaches in a professional academy environment. This conversation dives deep into accountability, standards, mentorship, and what truly shapes a coach’s long-term growth.
💡 Key Talking Points
Ebun’s coaching journey from grassroots volunteer to senior academy leader.
The realities of holding coaches accountable — and why standards matter.
The difference between experience and effective development.
Why mentorship remains essential in producing adaptable, reflective coaches.
How to build environments where coaches feel supported and challenged.
Developing coaching behaviours—not just session plans.
What Ebun looks for when identifying and growing coaching talent.
🧠 “If you want high standards in players, you need even higher standards in coaches.” – Ebun Thomas
📣 Whether you’re progressing on your coaching journey, supporting other coaches, or shaping development programmes, this episode will shift how you think about growth, accountability, and what defines a high-performance coaching environment.
👉 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.
💬 How do you hold yourself accountable as a coach or coach developer?
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