Episode
22

Perfect Pitch: Revolutionising Turf Science to Deliver Big Results on the Field

This week, we’re joined by Christian Theil, founder and CEO of TurfCoach, the innovative platform revolutionising pitch management for professional football. From elite clubs to grassroots insights, Christian explains how understanding the turf can provide the ultimate edge in a game of inches.

What’s on the pitch:

âš˝ The Science of Turf: Discover how pitch conditions influence tactics, with top managers like Pep Guardiola tailoring strategies to different playing surfaces.

🌍 Selling to the Best: Learn how TurfCoach earned the trust of some of the most famous football clubs around the globe.

💡 Behind the Innovation: The technology and insights driving TurfCoach’s success in optimizing pitches for performance and safety.

đź’° The Business Playbook: Christian shares his journey of securing investments, grants, and building a global team.

Contributions from Scott, a groundsman at Reading Football Club, provide real-world insights into the usage and benefits of Turf Coach's software.

Whether you’re a football fan, an entrepreneur, or fascinated by the intersection of sport and science, this episode is packed with insights into the hidden factors that influence the beautiful game. Tune in now to get the inside story!

Guest appearance

Founder of Turf.Coach
Christian Theil

Turf.Coach has helped over 10,000 athletes improve performance by an average of 20% through personalised training and real-time analytics.

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