archive
Let us show you what a hero is. This is Ryan Catlin the Manager of Horndean under 9s. He worked hard with the team and dedicated his evenings and weekends like most coaches but in 2023 Ryan got diagnosed with follicular lymphoma which meant he would have to go through treatment to try and beat […]
Over the coming months, many coaches will brave winter conditions to deliver coaching sessions to young players. Here, FA regional coach development manager, Martin Dighton, provides ten top tips to help fully engage with players when working outdoors. 1) Young children are not mini-versions of adults As much as they will be adults one day, […]
In the short time I’ve been a coach, I’ve seen too many fellow coaches moaning about their squads. Even at the U8 age group, I often hear ‘he’s not good enough’ or ‘we need an established goalkeeper’. Here’s a thought, develop your players. Too many coaches nowadays seeking those wins to feed their […]
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..
A recent grassroots survey revealed a whopping 89% of teams have had a player approached by another coach to play for them. We asked why the craze towards poaching the best players from the area to create an elite team, who does this benefit? Is it best for the kids? Is it to feed a […]
After believing you’re destined never to win a match Whitley Bay U12s finally win a match after 2 years of trying!!!!! “Our team has the players other teams turned away, I couldn’t, I just wanted them to have somewhere to play, honestly it kind of just became the norm, turn up, play, and get beat. […]
Read More… from September Grassroots manager of the month – Powered by Utilita Rebooted
Grassroots coach and football writer, Glenn Moore, provides an insight into his matchday coaching experience and some important lessons learned on the FA Youth Award courses. Looking at a neighbouring pitch last week, as my U12s prepared to kick-off, I saw a fellow manager struggling to erect a portable goal. Goal construction is like putting […]
Read More… from What is matchday like for a grassroots coach?
I want to thank you coach for all that you do, I know that my child looks up to you, Not only are you helping him develop his sport, I am aware of how much consideration and thought.. Goes into your sessions and goes into the team, How your efforts are rewarded, When you’re seeing […]
Read More… from Wow!!!! Coach receives this text from a parent. It will melt your heart.
‘Such a fantastic lad’: Tributes to popular football coach after he dies following long battle with illness A promising young football coach has sadly been taken far too early, Matthew Craig, an Academy coach from Hamilton Accies. The club released the following statement; It is with deep sadness that we have to inform of the […]
Read More… from RIP Coach Matthew Craig from Hamilton Accies
