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The CleatBeat Project - Episode 26 - Metrics that Matter with Coach Rod Underwood (Final Podcast)

The CleatBeat Project - Episode 26 - The Metrics that Matter with Coach Rod Underwood Coach Rod Underwood joins the podcast to discuss his comprehensive approach to measuring attacking performance in professional soccer. He details five critical metrics that, when combined, create a powerful predictor of success: Purposeful possession (controlling tempo and denying opponents) Box entries (penetrating dangerous areas) Progressive passes (vertical play that breaks defensive lines) Big chance conversion (clinical finishing of high-quality opportunities), and Field tilt (territorial dominance in attacking thirds). Coach Underwood explains how these metrics reinforce each other and argues that elite teams consistently outperforming opponents across all five areas achieve near-insurmountable advantages, potentially winning over 80-85% of their matches through sustained dominance. Guest Bio Rod Underwood is a highly accomplished and experienced professional soccer coach with a distinguished career spanning over two decades. With a rich background in collegiate, USL, MLS, and MLS Next Pro leagues, Rod has held various coaching and technical director roles across the United States and internationally. His coaching journey includes notable positions such as Head Coach and Sporting Director for Chattanooga FC (NISA/MLSNEXTPRO), where he led the team through a successful transition from NISA to MLSNEXTPRO and was named Coach of the Year in 2022. Rod’s expertise extends to Stumptown AC, Montego Bay United FC, and Sacramento Republic FC, where he has consistently demonstrated his ability to build winning cultures, develop players, and implement innovative strategies both on and off the field. His technical acumen, combined with a deep understanding of data science and video coaching, has made him a respected leader in the soccer community. Rod’s coaching philosophy is rooted in creating a culture of trust, respect, and collaboration, which he believes are essential for building proactive, attack-minded teams that excel defensively and dominate possession. His commitment to player development and club culture has earned him accolades, including the USL Coach of the Year award. Beyond his coaching achievements, Rod is also an author, co-writing ‘Understanding Soccer’, and serves on the boards of Soccer Chaplains United and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion NISA. With a Master’s degree in Sports Leadership from Furman University and a wealth of experience in scouting, contract negotiations, and team management, Rod Underwood continues to be a driving force in shaping the future of soccer at both the professional and grassroots levels. Connect with Rod Underwood Visit Rod’s Website: https://rodunderwood.com/ Connect with Rod on LinkedIn:   / rod-underwood-9a007a30   Follow Rod on Instagram:   / rod_underwood_   Rod on X: https://x.com/cutinside About the CleatBeat Project The CleatBeat Project is one of the world's largest youth football communities with over 77,000 members from over 100-countries. The project aims to highlight the work, achievements and experiences of some of the most prominent and effective individuals from youth football. Our members serve different roles in the industry - ranging from players, coaches, scouts and agents to lawyers, medical professionals, software & app developers, and beyond. Almost every single role in the industry is represented on the CleatBeat Project community so come be a part of this global revolution that's changing the world of football as we know it. Follow us on LinkedIn:   / 4390097   Subscribe to our YouTube channel:    / @thecleatbeatproject   Visit our Website: https://www.thecleatbeat.com/ #TheCleatBeatProject #FootballAnalytics #AttackingFootball #PerformanceMetrics #ModernCoaching #TacticalAnalysis #DataDrivenFootball #PossessionPlay #PlayerDevelopment #CoachingInsights #FootballLeadership #SoccerTactics #ElitePerformance #FootballStrategy #CoachingEducation #ProfessionalSoccer #WinningCulture #FootballData #AttackMindedFootball #CoachRodUnderwood