AGE GROUP GUIDANCE U7, U8, U9, U10, U11 Heading should not be introduced in training sessions at this age. The Foundation Phase DNA aims to provide an enjoyable and memorable experience for young children. Priority at this age is fun engagement and the mastery of both the body and the ball. In today’s modern game, […]
A David Vs Goliath battle is brewing as a Grassroots club takes on Premier League giant and the local authority as their facility is set to be taken from under their feet. An official press release from the club reads as follows; “The future of Bealonians FC, a cherished grassroots football club with deep roots […]
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Show Racism the Red Card this October Join us this Wear Red Day Show racism the RED card weekend of action and help us to fight racism every day. How to take part Get involved: you and your team to wear red or show your red card on the weekend of 21 […]
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As reported last week 12-year-old Ronnie Wraith was struck by lightning on a football pitch whilst playing football representing the district of Hertfordshire. With 4 minutes left off the game to be played the unthinkable took place and Ronnie was struck to the chest by lightning! This resulted into a cardiac arrest and his heart […]
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The incident happened at The Sele School in Hertford on Monday afternoon during a district football tournament, with “several people” affected. Headteacher Chris Quach posted on the school’s Facebook page: “There was a district football tournament organised by an external body at The Sele School. Sadly, a young boy from another school and an adult […]
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Last week one of Wisbech St Mary FC managers and volunteers Ryan Martin and his wife Tanya had the heartbreaking news that one of their son’s, 6 year old Hunter was diagnosed with lymphoma! Hunter is a twin to Casey and both play in the under 7’s team. Hunter and Casey are joined at the […]
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English football unites this weekend to promote Play Safe – our countrywide nationwide campaign to focus attention of the vital importance of safeguarding across our national game. Our Play Safe campaign is endorsed by the NSPCC and will be supported this weekend across every level of English football, including the Premier League, EFL, Barclays Women’s […]
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Some volleys are just destined for goal. Love this one, watch this on your Youtube channel below. […]
Funding Overview In partnership with the UK Government, Scotland’s football clubs, local authorities, leisure trusts and key stakeholders, the Scottish FA will identify key football facilities across the Association’s 6 regions where there is an evidence-based need for investment that will maintain, sustain and attain facilities identified as critical in facilitating participation at local grassroots […]
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In the short time I’ve been a coach, I’ve seen too many fellow coaches moaning about their squads. […]
