
Tactical Recall: Improving Player Decision-Making
Transform Your Analysis with Tactic 9.0 Features
Canada Soccer is revolutionizing its approach to coach education, emphasizing the crucial role of video analysis. At the forefront of this transformation is Mike Whyatt, the manager of coach education - member services. With a focus on developing and delivering comprehensive training programmes, Whyatt is committed to preparing the next generation of Canadian coaches.
Enhancing Coach Education
Whyatt oversees the delivery of the B Diploma and the development of the C Diploma, working closely with member associations to ensure their effective implementation. His philosophy is clear: "Player development equals coach development. The impact a coach has on a player can directly influence them for better or worse." Analysis is integral to Canada's coach education system, which values inquiry and curiosity. "The skills associated with curiosity—clarity, adaptability, and problem-solving—are all nurtured through analysis," he explains. Whether during training sessions, matches, or more formal video analysis, identifying problems and engaging in solution-focused discussions are essential for any coach.


Integration of Tactic in Coach Education
To support this analytical approach, Canada Soccer has partnered with RT Software and their product Tactic, a video analysis tool that has transformed how student coaches learn and present their findings. "While the initial learning curve is steep, the volume of tools Tactic offers cannot be understated in terms of value," Whyatt notes. The user-friendly presenter mode has significantly enhanced the quality of in-class presentations. Tactic is used in multiple ways: to create content that supports player knowledge acquisition, to facilitate efficient and effective analysis presentations, and to provide free trials for student coaches to explore video analysis within their local contexts. Tasks vary across different licenses but typically include portfolio reflections, in-class presentations, and on-field delivery.



