In this special Christmas edition of the Far Post Perth, Blayne, Neil, and Donna are joined by A-League royalty, David Williams. A veteran of the game whose career took him from Denmark to Hungary and finally back home to HBF Park, David opens up about his abrupt exit from playing, his transition into coaching, and his passion for Indigenous football.

David shares incredible stories from his career, including his time in Europe as a teenager, the realities of playing in the A-League, and his recent success coaching the WA Paras team to a National Championship.

He also discusses his new role at Stirling Macedonia, his philosophy on player development, and the importance of creating a positive team culture. It's a candid and insightful conversation with one of Australian football's most respected figures.

Key Topics

• Life After Playing: David discusses his current DIY projects and how he's adjusting to life after professional football.

• WA Paras Success: An in-depth look at David's experience coaching the WA Paras team to a national title. He talks about the unique challenges, the incredible spirit of the players, and the rewarding nature of the role.

• Transition to Coaching: David explains how he fell into coaching almost by accident and his philosophy of focusing on player well-being and simple, effective communication rather than overcomplicating tactics.

• Indigenous Football: A discussion on the representation of Indigenous players in football. David talks about his role with the National Indigenous Advisory Group and the importance of creating pathways and supportive environments for young Indigenous talent.

• Career Reflections: From trialing at Liverpool as a teenager to playing in the Danish Superliga, David reflects on his journey. He shares stories about the culture shock, the challenges of being young and away from home, and the lessons learned along the way.

• Stirling Macedonia Role: David outlines his new position at Stirling Macedonia and his ambition to bring a fresh approach to the club, focusing on player development and creating a strong community connection.

The A-League Evolution: David gives his honest take on the current state of the A-League, comparing the atmosphere of the "peak" derby days to now, and what needs to happen to bring the excitement back.

Keywords

David Williams, A-League Men, Perth Glory, Coaching, Indigenous Football, WA Paras, Stirling Macedonia, Football Development, Player Welfare, European Football.

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