Heart of the Game
Welcome to Heart of the Game, brought to you by SciSports, the podcast that takes you deep inside the world of football.
Here, we celebrate the people who make the game truly special. Because sometimes, the greatest stories don’t come from those in the spotlight. They come from the coaches, the analysts, the scouts, the dreamers, the unsung heroes who shape the sport we love.
One thing’s for sure: if they’re here, they’re at the Heart of the Game.
Heart of the Game
Rethinking Youth Development: Foundations, Curiosity & Long-Term Growth with Radojica Ristic
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In Episode 2 of Heart of the Game, we’re joined by Radojica Ristic, Director at HTX West.
We trace his professional path from playing in Serbia and Hungary to coaching in the U.S., and unpack what truly drives youth development; technical foundations, curiosity-driven environments, and balancing results with long-term growth.
Radojica shares practical insights on club culture, coach education, and player pathways, offering actionable takeaways for coaches, parents, and players alike.
If you're interested in hearing more from the Heart of the Game podcast then make sure to give us a follow, as we're on a journey to recognize the true beating heart of football: the people who give everything to the game, both on and off the pitch.
If you'd like to learn more about those behind the Heart of the Game podcast then you can check us out further on the SciSports website.
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