Lee Austin - Coaching Through Success and Setbacks

In this episode of The Get Onboard Podcast, host Rhys Holt is joined by Lee Austin, Manager of Poulton Victoria Ladies and a coach with over a decade of experience in women's football.Lee shares his journey into coaching, from his early days at Merseyrail Bootle to managing at clubs including Tranmere Rovers and Poulton Victoria. Together, they discuss the evolution of the women's game, the realities of competing in the football pyramid, and the challenges facing grassroots and semi-professional clubs today.The conversation also explores leadership, player development, managing through relegation, and what it takes to build a positive culture within a football club.Topics covered:⚽ Lee's introduction to coaching women's football⚽ Experiences at Merseyrail Bootle, Tranmere Rovers and Poulton Victoria⚽ How women's football has evolved over the last decade⚽ Funding, facilities, recruitment and player development⚽ Lessons learned from relegation and adversity⚽ Leadership, commitment and coaching philosophy⚽ The biggest challenges and successes of Lee's careerIf you enjoy football, coaching, leadership, and the stories behind the people who make the game happen, this episode is for you.