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A scene of “utter panic” unfolded after a car crashed through a fence and onto a sports pitch, tragically killing one child and injuring another. The incident occurred at Kendal Rugby Club at approximately 5:00 PM GMT on Wednesday, according to Cumbria Police. Eyewitness Scott Denney described the terrifying events, saying it “happened so quickly.” […]
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A child was assaulted during a game, on the pitch by an adult male at a junior match in South Cumbria. The incident took place yesterday, Sunday March 2, at Allithwaite Community Centre, in Allithwaite, near Grange-over-Sands. A statement from South Lakes Police was posted on their social media which stared the following, “A disturbing […]
For young footballers aspiring to reach the next level, the prospect of being spotted by a scout is an exciting one. However, understanding what scouts look for can be the key to standing out from the competition. Most professional clubs develop player profiles tailored to their playing philosophy, style, and competitive level across different age […]
Why Water is the Best Choice for Children in Grassroots Football As parents, we all want our children to thrive, both on and off the football pitch. Whether they’re practicing their dribbling skills or playing a game, staying hydrated is essential for their performance and overall health. However, with so many drink options available, and […]
This week, local grassroots clubs received an email from Portsmouth Academy raising concerns about someone falsely claiming to represent the club. The individual, who is said to be in his 60s, wearing a Portsmouth FC kit, and carrying a staff ID card, has approached parents and coaches at grassroots games. He has told them he […]
Read More… from ACADEMY RELEASE STATEMENT OVER CONCERNS UNKNOWN MALE CLAIMING TO BE CLUB SCOUT
New steps to improve grassroots youth football in England to be introduced from the 2026-27 season VISIT OUR DIGITAL CONTENT HUB FOR MORE INFO From the start of the 2026-27 season, we will be launching a new progressive framework for grassroots youth football in England, which aims to further improve the experience for young players […]
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Down goes your noise, up goes their game! Silent Support Weekend is here to help young players to find their voice on the pitch, make their own decisions and enjoy their game…with no distracting noise from spectators on the sidelines. Silent Support is positive support During Silent Support Weekend, applause from spectators for good play – and […]
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This week we visit Osgood Schlatters Disease, or as I like to call it a condition of the knee in children! What exactly is Osgood Schlatters? Essentially it is painful inflammation or irritation of the bone growth plate in the shin bone (tibia bone) which is just below the knee cap. It generally happens in […]
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In grassroots football, the battle between coaching and poaching often plays out on and off the pitch, affecting both players and the teams that nurture them. These two approaches represent different philosophies and can have a profound impact on the development of young players, the dynamics of clubs, and the wider football community. Understanding why […]
Dutch football is considering scrapping the offside rule in grassroots football to deal with an increase in violent incidents – but the ban would only apply to amateur matches. As with grassroots football in England, many grassroots games in the Netherlands use assistant referees who are not professionally trained and are usually a parent associated […]
Read More… from DUTCH GRASSROOTS FOOTBALL CONSIDERS SCRAPPING OFFSIDE DUE TO INCREASED VIOLENCE
