Episode 17: Season 2 In conversation with...Alyssa Whitehead...International Coaching and breaking down barriers for black coaches...amplifying female voices.

Every episode of season 2 is devoted to female voices within the game.Alyssa joins us on the podcast and discusses all things coaching, goalkeeping and a lifetime spent in soccer. She expands on what its like to work at the very highest level of the womens game at the FIFA Womens World Cup. Her honest and authentic account reminds us of the importance of closely aligning to your core values on the journey. This is an amazing investment of time for any aspiring coach, she walks us through the very real barriers that some black (African American) coaches experience in the game today and we have a very honest discussion about the very real presence of racism, still today, in the game and how it has changed over time.A former college coach, USSF B Licence coach, she also holds a BSc Hons degree from Samford and a Masters from The University of Florida. A former professional and international player. Alyssa is yet another amazing guest we are delighted to welcome to the podcast. Enjoy...