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EPISODE · Jan 27, 2025 · 1H 23M

Set Point #43 | Thales Peterson (English)

from Set Point Podcast · host Cesar Feijão Benatti e Peter Bristotte

n today’s episode of the Set Point Podcast, Peter and Feijão welcome Thales Peterson, a coach and mentor with over 22 years of experience in soccer, both in Brazil and the United States. Thales began his career as a professional player for clubs such as Paulista FC and CA Bragantino, but it was as a coach and leader that he found his true calling. He has coached professional teams, developed youth players who went on to compete in top leagues like MLS and USL, and led organizations like FC Golden State, where he built one of the most successful youth soccer programs in the U.S., serving over 1,500 players. Currently, Thales is dedicated to a deeper mission: the mental and emotional development of athletes. He is the founder of The 1% Club, an initiative that teaches athletes how to achieve consistent progress through small, daily improvements. His coaching philosophy, grounded in his own story of resilience and growth, focuses on building discipline, confidence, and mental toughness in players at every level, from grassroots to elite competition. In this episode, Thales shares his experiences as a coach, the challenges of building successful programs, and the critical role of mental performance in sports. He also explains how small, consistent habits can lead to extraordinary transformations both on and off the field. This is a must-watch for athletes, coaches, and anyone striving for continuous improvement. Don’t miss it!No episódio de hoje do Set Point Podcast, Peter e Feijão recebem Thales Peterson, um treinador e mentor com mais de 22 anos de experiência no futebol, tanto no Brasil quanto nos Estados Unidos. Thales iniciou sua carreira como jogador profissional em clubes brasileiros como Paulista FC e CA Bragantino, mas foi no papel de treinador e líder que ele encontrou sua verdadeira vocação. Ele já comandou times profissionais, desenvolveu jovens talentos que chegaram às maiores ligas de futebol, como MLS e USL, e liderou clubes como o FC Golden State, onde construiu um dos programas juvenis mais bem-sucedidos dos EUA, com mais de 1.500 jogadores registrados.Além de sua trajetória técnica, Thales se dedica atualmente a um propósito ainda mais profundo: o desenvolvimento mental e emocional de atletas. Ele é o fundador do The 1% Club, uma iniciativa que ensina atletas a alcançarem um crescimento contínuo por meio de pequenos avanços diários. Sua filosofia, que combina disciplina, resiliência e confiança, é baseada em sua própria história de superação e em mais de duas décadas de trabalho com jogadores em diferentes níveis, desde a base até o alto rendimento.Neste episódio, Thales compartilha suas experiências como treinador, os desafios de transformar clubes e a importância do desempenho mental no esporte. Ele também explica como pequenos hábitos diários podem levar a mudanças extraordinárias dentro e fora do campo. Uma conversa inspiradora para atletas, treinadores e todos que buscam evolução constante. Não perca!

n today’s episode of the Set Point Podcast, Peter and Feijão welcome Thales Peterson, a coach and mentor with over 22 years of experience in soccer, both in Brazil and the United States. Thales began his career as a professional player for clubs such as Paulista FC and CA Bragantino, but it was as a coach and leader that he found his true calling. He has coached professional teams, developed youth players who went on to compete in top leagues like MLS and USL, and led organizations like FC Golden State, where he built one of the most successful youth soccer programs in the U.S., serving over 1,500 players. Currently, Thales is dedicated to a deeper mission: the mental and emotional development of athletes. He is the founder of The 1% Club, an initiative that teaches athletes how to achieve consistent progress through small, daily improvements. His coaching philosophy, grounded in his own story of resilience and growth, focuses on building discipline, confidence, and mental toughness in players at every level, from grassroots to elite competition. In this episode, Thales shares his experiences as a coach, the challenges of building successful programs, and the critical role of mental performance in sports. He also explains how small, consistent habits can lead to extraordinary transformations both on and off the field. This is a must-watch for athletes, coaches, and anyone striving for continuous improvement. Don’t miss it!No episódio de hoje do Set Point Podcast, Peter e Feijão recebem Thales Peterson, um treinador e mentor com mais de 22 anos de experiência no futebol, tanto no Brasil quanto nos Estados Unidos. Thales iniciou sua carreira como jogador profissional em clubes brasileiros como Paulista FC e CA Bragantino, mas foi no papel de treinador e líder que ele encontrou sua verdadeira vocação. Ele já comandou times profissionais, desenvolveu jovens talentos que chegaram às maiores ligas de futebol, como MLS e USL, e liderou clubes como o FC Golden State, onde construiu um dos programas juvenis mais bem-sucedidos dos EUA, com mais de 1.500 jogadores registrados.Além de sua trajetória técnica, Thales se dedica atualmente a um propósito ainda mais profundo: o desenvolvimento mental e emocional de atletas. Ele é o fundador do The 1% Club, uma iniciativa que ensina atletas a alcançarem um crescimento contínuo por meio de pequenos avanços diários. Sua filosofia, que combina disciplina, resiliência e confiança, é baseada em sua própria história de superação e em mais de duas décadas de trabalho com jogadores em diferentes níveis, desde a base até o alto rendimento.Neste episódio, Thales compartilha suas experiências como treinador, os desafios de transformar clubes e a importância do desempenho mental no esporte. Ele também explica como pequenos hábitos diários podem levar a mudanças extraordinárias dentro e fora do campo. Uma conversa inspiradora para atletas, treinadores e todos que buscam evolução constante. Não perca!

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