by GRF Admin | Aug 3, 2026 | headline news, Latest News
For once, one of football’s biggest headlines could have a direct impact on the grassroots game. Following an investigation into historic breaches of FA regulations relating to football agents, intermediaries and third-party investment, Chelsea FC have been...
by GRF Admin | Jul 30, 2026 | headline news, Latest News
A coroner has ruled that repeatedly heading footballs caused the brain condition which contributed to the death of England World Cup winner Nobby Stiles. The landmark finding provides powerful support for the FA’s decision to remove deliberate heading from grassroots...
by GRF Admin | Jul 30, 2026 | headline news, Latest News
A former chairman of the junior section of a community football club has received a suspended prison sentence after admitting stealing more than £22,000 from the club. The 45-year-old, from Blaina in South Wales, abused his position of trust by submitting fraudulent...
by GRF Admin | Jul 13, 2026 | headline news, News
There was a time when hearing the words, “My child has joined an academy,” meant something very specific. Most people assumed you were talking about a professional football club. It suggested a recognised pathway, elite coaching and the possibility—however...
by GRF Admin | Jul 13, 2026 | headline news, News
Few topics create more debate in grassroots football than game time. Ask ten coaches whether every child should play the same number of minutes, and you’ll probably hear ten different answers. Some believe equal game time is one of the foundations of youth...
by GRF Admin | Jul 13, 2026 | headline news, News
One day… Without either of you realising it… You’ll watch your child’s last grassroots football match. There won’t be an announcement. No presentation. No special programme. No emotional speech before kick-off. It will feel exactly like...
