‘Why do I only come on if we’re winning by loads or losing by loads?’

by GRF Admin | Jul 10, 2025 | Latest News

So why did I want to be a football coach and what did I think I would get out of it? The answer is not as simple as you might think. Actually it’s a bloody tough one to consider but I’ll try and be as honest as I can. When a parent looks over and notices that their...

10 Top Tips for Winter training from the FA

by GRF Admin | Oct 10, 2024 | Coaching, Featured, Latest News, News

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...

Goalkeeping – Shot stopping/Reactions

by GRF Admin | Feb 13, 2024 | Coaching, Latest Session Plans

Goalkeepers have to shoot at the other goalkeeper’s goals to score. Goalkeepers can’t score in the goals either side of them. Players can either roll, throw or kick the ball (coach can limit to one to make it easier or harder). Progressions: – Elimination...

FA UPDATED HEADING GUIDANCE ANNOUNCED FOR YOUTH TRAINING SESSIONS

by GRF Admin | Feb 24, 2020 | Coaching, Featured, News, Parents

We have today announced updated heading guidance for all age groups between under-six and under-18, in association with the Irish and Scottish FAs. The updated heading guidance, which will be introduced immediately, will provide grassroots clubs, coaches and players...

The FA Guide to Improving Matchday for Children

by GRF Admin | Jul 18, 2019 | Coaching, Featured, News

We can all help children enjoy football more by creating the right environment. That is why The FA has produced an easy-to-follow guide to help improve the matchday experience for younger players. From introducing codes of conduct to simply providing refreshments, the...