by GRF Admin | Jul 13, 2026 | headline news, Latest News, News, Parents
Article written by Sarah, mum to an Under-10 footballer People often ask me what I do on a Sunday morning. I usually smile and say, “I’m a football mum.” The funny thing is… That doesn’t even begin to describe it. Being a football mum...
by GRF Admin | Jul 13, 2026 | Latest News, News, Parents
There isn’t a handbook for becoming a grassroots football parent. One week you’re buying a pair of boots. The next you’re standing on the touchline in the rain, learning the offside rule, washing muddy kits at 9pm and somehow finding yourself...
by GRF Admin | Jul 9, 2026 | Latest News, Parents
Every grassroots coach, parent and league official has seen it happen. A fixture starts, and within the first few minutes it becomes obvious the two teams are not evenly matched. One team is stronger, quicker, more organised and more confident. The goals start going...
by GRF Admin | Jul 8, 2026 | Latest News, Parents
Every weekend across the country, thousands of parents stand on the touchline wanting exactly the same thing. To help. Whether it’s shouting “Pass!”, “Shoot!”, “Get rid!”, or simply offering encouragement, it usually comes...
by GRF Admin | Nov 27, 2024 | Latest News, News, Parents
A reminder to all of the rules regarding photography and filming at youth football matches. Parents, children and football clubs generally look forward to celebrating and/or publicising footballing successes by photographing children at matches and events. ...
by GRF Admin | May 23, 2024 | Coaching, Featured, Footy Mums, News, Parents
Yes, I did the seemingly unthinkable after weeks of consideration I decided to award a player with the Managers Player award, this player was my son who plays on the team. I’m absolutely appalled by the response from some of the parents who openly said in front...
