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The FA have released the following guidance to outline the steps required to protect the safety of participants in grassroots football in the event of a thunderstorm. Purpose The purpose of this guidance is to set out the steps that should be taken in the event of a thunderstorm to protect the safety of participants […]
Read More… from FA THUNDERSTORM GUIDANCE FOR GRASSROOTS FOOTBALL
Here, England Football Learning explain what attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is and how coaches can support players who have it. What is ADHD? ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition. It affects an individual’s activity and/or attention control. People with ADHD have a difference in brain development and brain activity compared to someone without ADHD. […]
A reminder of the FA guidance reference the publication of results and league tables for teams playing from Under-7s through to Under-11s. “This guidance is not new. As a result of significant consultation and research undertaken across the game with children [players], parents, coaches, clubs and league volunteers, The FA decided in 2012 to extend […]
Read More… from A REMINDER – FA GUIDANCE NOT TO PUBLISH YOUTH LEAGUE RESULTS
About the course Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility – but are you clear about the vital role you can play? Safeguarding is about creating safe environments and preventing children from experiencing harm or abuse. Put simply, safeguarding refers to measures we take to protect our children – and keep them safe and well. Whether that’s your […]
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 of other parents and players, “Your out of […]
Read More… from Tempers flare when Coach gives managers player award to his own Son..
For most of us, football is just a fun escape. We spend an hour or two a week chasing a ball around a rock-hard bumpy field, giving us a chance to put life to one side for a while. It’s the same with our kids, too. Whilst their imaginations probably stretch a little further than […]
Read More… from Liverpool academy guru explains what to do if your child gets scouted
The FA have released guidance and support for Spectacles and Goggles in Football. Can players wear spectacles or goggles when playing football? Flying footballs and close physical contact make football a moderate risk sport for eye injuries. Spectacles or goggles may provide protection from injury and can also be worn with those who need to […]
Read More… from FA Guidance For Spectacles and Goggles in Football
Today I heard a comment made about me behind my back. I started to turn around and look, but then decided better of it and kept my eyes on the field. I have received… angry emails, full of “suggestions,” about who should he playing where and how I lost that day’s game for the kids. […]
Read More… from Message from a Grassroots Coach, a letter I will never send.
The Merseyside Youth Football League have cancelled ALL fixtures for next weekend due to a rise in abusive and aggressive behaviour and called all member clubs in for a compulsory meeting. Whilst we understand this will be disappointing for some, we are acutely aware how difficult of a decision this must have been and we […]
The FA want to hear the opinions of everyone involved in Youth football, whether that is directly (e.g. as a coach, a manager, a parent of a youth player, a match official, a club or league admin role, etc) or indirectly (e.g. a spectator, in a previous role, etc). Take the Survey HERE […]
