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My Son’s first game in 3 weeks, is it normal for ME to be this nervous???
My sons first game, the first time he pulls on HIS team colours, the badge on the chest is HIS...
Managing for beginners: Your grassroots pre-season guide
So you’ve got the job. You’re the gaffer. Whether you’re a budding Mourinho or a reluctant...
I was told there and then “You’re too SMALL” to play football
My name is Charlie and I am a 16 year old player, from Lincolnshire, I currently represent...
Just blame Grassroots when you need a Scapegoat.
A new era started with a buzz of excitement and expectation, maybe this time, a talented hungry...
Developing to win, not winning at all costs and calling it development!!
At a time of year we all hear of clubs/coaches dropping kids, due to ability, moving them across...
Win at all costs or put your players first, what would you have done….
I am struggling big time with a situation that is beyond my comprehension and calls into question...
Grassroots condemns alleged assault on 14 year old ref at an U/7s junior football match.
Grassroots categorically condemns an alleged assault on a schoolchild referee at an U/7s junior...
Parent mutiny after 2 losses!!! what about the last 9 months?
I coach under 9s in a non-competitive league. So we're at the at end of a very successful season,...
I wonder how your child feels……
I wonder how your child felt when he first kicked a ball. I wonder if he had no stress at all. I...
Inter club game rivalry leaves a bitter taste for this coach.
The game some parents, coaches and children look forward to the most, but for others it fills them...
From a dream of a season, one training session has left me absolutely heartbroken.
This season has been my first proper season of coaching my own team and I can say it's honestly...
I’m old enough to know I’m not good enough to play, maybe it’s time for me to walk away.
I sit on the sidelines waiting my turn. I can't wait to get on and have energy to burn. I tried my...