Michal Pujdak - Developing players ready for Elland Road

Michal Pujdak is the U23's coach at Leeds United. Formally of Grimsby Town and Manchester City, Michal is the last stop for players looking to transition into Jesse Marsch's first team and looks to equip players with necessary tools to prepare them for the first team environment. Show notes:0:45 - Introduction and current role with Leeds United05:00 - Influence of playing on his coaching skills08:00 - Journey as an academy coach13:30 - The differences of culture from Poland to England21:00 - The importance of understanding club history in football30-00 - Weekly schedule with Leeds U23's31:30 - The Leeds Way40:00 - Framing what a 'chance' to impress is in the first team environment43:30 - The importance of self guided learners52:00 - Promoting the willingness to ask questions1:01:00 - How would you like to be described by those you work with. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.