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Developing Tactical Awareness in Young Players: Teaching Decision-Making and Positioning
Tactical awareness is what separates good players from great ones. While technical skills like passing, dribbling, and shooting are...
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5 days ago3 min read
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How to Handle Losing & Setbacks – Teaching Resilience and a Growth Mindset
Losing is one of the hardest things for young athletes to deal with. Whether it’s losing a game, missing a penalty, getting out for a low...
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6 days ago4 min read
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The Fundamentals of Footwork in Every Sport – How Movement Efficiency Impacts Performance
In any sport, good footwork is the foundation of success. Whether you’re playing football, cricket, netball, or any other sport, how you...
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6 days ago3 min read
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Dealing with Anxiety & Nervousness in Young Players – How to Support Children Who Struggle with Confidence
Dealing with Anxiety & Nervousness in Young Players – How to Support Children Who Struggle with Confidence Every coach and parent has...
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Mar 264 min read
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Why Mistakes Are Good! Creating a Positive Environment Where Failure is Part of Learning
In grassroots sport, mistakes are often seen as a negative thing, something to be corrected or avoided at all costs. But in reality,...
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Mar 263 min read
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How to Plan an Effective Training Session – Structuring Drills, Warm-Ups, and Cool-Downs for Maximum Impact
Great coaching starts with great planning. A well-structured training session not only helps players develop their skills but also keeps...
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Mar 253 min read
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How Small-Sided Games Improve Football Decision-Making
In football, decision-making is one of the most critical skills a player can develop. The ability to assess a situation quickly, choose...
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Mar 253 min read
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The Importance of Coaching for Development, Not Just Winning
Grassroots sport should be about helping young athletes grow, both as players and as people. But too often, coaches and parents get...
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Mar 254 min read
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Balancing Fun and Development in Grassroots Coaching
One of the biggest challenges in grassroots coaching is striking the right balance between fun and development. As coaches, we want to...
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Mar 253 min read
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The Power of Words: How Language Shapes Young Athletes
When coaching young children in grassroots sport, the way we communicate is just as important as the skills we teach. The words we choose...
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Mar 254 min read
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More Than Words: The Power of Body Language, Tone, and Actions in Coaching Kids
When working with young athletes, how you communicate goes far beyond just words. Your body language, tone of voice, and overall presence...
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Mar 244 min read
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