Building the BVB Way:
On December 10–11, BVB International Academy North America hosted its 3rd Annual National Coach Education Event, bringing together coaches from across the United States, Mexico, and the Caribbean for two intensive days of learning, collaboration, and on-field application of the BVB methodology.
The event served as a cornerstone moment for the BVBIA network, reinforcing a shared coaching language and ensuring that players across all regions continue to experience an authentic Borussia Dortmund approach to development.
The BVB Methodology
The education sessions were led by Coach Markus Pasdzior of Borussia Dortmund, alongside Coach Dru Wright, Chief Football Officer of BVBIA North America. Together, they guided coaches through the core principles of the BVB methodology by focusing on intensity, decision-making, game understanding, and the long-term development of players.
Over the two days, coaches engaged in classroom sessions that broke down key concepts, tactical ideas, and training frameworks used within the Borussia Dortmund system.
From Classroom to Pitch
A defining feature of the event was its practical application. Coaches were divided into small working groups and tasked with developing training sessions based on the concepts provided by BVB. These groups collaborated to design sessions that reflected the methodology while remaining adaptable to their local environments.
On Day 2, those session plans came to life on the field, as coaches demonstrated their work in live training environments. This hands-on approach allowed participants to refine their ideas, receive feedback, and better understand how to translate elite concepts into everyday training for their players back home.
Strengthening Authenticity Across the Network
For BVBIA, the National Coach Education Event is more than professional development—it’s a critical part of maintaining the academy’s identity and connection to Borussia Dortmund.
“This was a fantastic experience and an incredibly important part of who we are as BVB International Academy,” said Dru Wright, Chief Football Officer of BVBIA North America. “Having our coaches learn directly from Borussia Dortmund, collaborate with each other, and then immediately apply those ideas on the field is what keeps our work authentic. This is how we ensure our players are truly experiencing the BVB Way, no matter where they are.”
Looking Ahead
As BVBIA continues to grow across North America, Mexico, and the Caribbean, events like this remain essential. They reinforce standards, build alignment, and empower coaches to deliver high-quality, consistent development experiences for players at every location.
The National Coach Education Event once again highlighted the strength of the BVBIA coaching community, and its shared commitment to learning, collaboration, and excellence the BVB Way.
