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The FA have launched a new landmark strategy to grow and develop grassroots football in England, titled ‘A Thriving Grassroots Game’. SEE THE FULL STRATEGY This follows the announcement of our new four-year strategy, ‘Inspiring Positive Change Through Football’, to take English football forward, with a clear focus on the biggest opportunities and challenges that need […]
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We want you to complete the National Survey – HERE Calling ALL…. PLAYERS COACHES/MANAGERS VOLUNTEERS PARENTS CLUB OFFICIALS LEAGUE OFFICIALS REFEREES COUNTY FA OFFICIALS SUPPORTERS Join a Conversation about Our Game We want you to complete the National Survey – HERE Share your views. Shape our future. With YOUR help, this can be […]
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The FA have released guidance and support for Spectacles and Goggles in Football. Can players wear spectacles or goggles when playing football? Flying footballs and close physical contact make football a moderate risk sport for eye injuries. Spectacles or goggles may provide protection from injury and can also be worn with those who need to […]
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Today I heard a comment made about me behind my back. I started to turn around and look, but then decided better of it and kept my eyes on the field. I have received… angry emails, full of “suggestions,” about who should he playing where and how I lost that day’s game for the kids. […]
Read More… from Message from a Grassroots Coach, a letter I will never send.
The FA want to hear the opinions of everyone involved in Youth football, whether that is directly (e.g. as a coach, a manager, a parent of a youth player, a match official, a club or league admin role, etc) or indirectly (e.g. a spectator, in a previous role, etc). Take the Survey HERE […]
Ray Lee, a football coach for 150 young players every week at Chigwell FC and in East London, is the Nationwide Mutual Respect Award for April 2021. The Nationwide Mutual Respect Award, as part of The Football Association’s Respect Campaign, aims to help make grassroots football more respectful and positive. The brand-new award recognises outstanding […]
Liv Hall, a 21-year old junior football coach volunteer for Yorkshire Coast Football Academy based in Scarborough, is the Nationwide Mutual Respect Award for March 2021. The Nationwide Mutual Respect Award, as part of The Football Association’s Respect Campaign, aims to help make grassroots football more respectful and positive. The brand-new award recognises outstanding contributions, […]
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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 with the recommended heading guidance for training sessions only. The guidance does not make any changes to the way […]
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Welcome to The FA Concussion Guidelines. Here you will find helpful information and advice about how to recognise and manage a concussion from the time of injury through to a player’s safe return to football. The guidance, which is designed to support those managing head injuries in football at all levels, is available in two forms – […]
As football’s governing body in England, safeguarding is a fundamental aspect of The FA’s role – and that of its affiliated members. Collectively we have an ongoing duty to ensure the game is a safe, positive and enjoyable experience for the millions of children, young people and adults who regularly play, watch, coach, referee and […]
