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We have today announced updated heading guidance for all age groups between under-six and under-18, in association with the Irish and Scottish FAs. The updated heading guidance, which will be introduced immediately, will provide grassroots clubs, coaches and players with the recommended heading guidance for training sessions only. The guidance does not make any changes to the way […]
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The hamstring is a very common sporting injury. Unknown to some the hamstring is made up of 3 muscles which are the Bicep Femoris Semitendinosus Semimembranosus These muscles start from the bottom of the pelvis (Ischial tuberosity) and they travel down the back of the leg and extend over the knee joint. The hamstring muscles […]
The Football Association [The FA] is today launching a campaign to encourage all participants and spectators to report any acts of discrimination that they witness within grassroots football. Tell Us, We’ll Tackle It will be rolled out by every County FA across the country and was designed to put further emphasis on the importance of […]
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Harris Thompson (1999-2019) It is with deep sadness that former Thackley Juniors player Harris has passed away after a short illness. He was 20 years old. Harris joined our club in September 2011 as an aspiring 11 year old and became an integral part of the Thackley Thunder team coached by Stuart Greaves and later […]
The FA Respect 21 Days of Positivity is back for 2019/20 season Last year we launched 21 Days of Positivity with the aim of sharing positive hints, tips and challenges with youth coaches across the country. Almost 4,000 coaches took part & this year we have even more positive practices to share that will put […]
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A new report out today has revealed the shocking reality the UK’s grassroots football clubs are facing due to the Covid pandemic – with 10% fearing closure in a matter of months. Former England star David James has teamed up with Smart Pay As You Go (PAYG) energy firm, Utilita, to commission the ‘State of Play’ report, […]
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At grassroots level thanks to all the help given by wonderful parent volunteers there is the scenario that the parent may end up being responsible and coaching their own child as part of a team. It is a wonderful opportunity for parent and child to bond further, an opportunity for the parent to be actively […]
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Try the FAs’ seven behaviour management tips at your next training session and observe the impact on your players. 1) Get started quickly Get the players on task quickly. By doing so, a coach can identify which players want to focus and which may need additional support as the session develops. 2) Don’t give your […]
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