Andy Smart: The Power of Community in Grassroots Football [Full interview]
In this podcast interview, we spoke with Andy Smart, former vice chairman of Fleetwood Town Juniors FC and a long-time grassroots football coach. Andy shares……
Category: Grassroots
Chris Ramsey, MBE: What to Consider When Choosing an Academy
In this short snippet, Chris Ramsey, a top football executive with decades of experience in youth and senior football, offers invaluable advice in this Real……
Premier League and the Academy System
As a parent navigating youth football, you may have heard of the Premier League as one of the top professional football leagues in the world. ……
English Football League (EFL)
We all know that youth football is more than just a game—it’s a chance for our kids to shine, grow, and chase their dreams. The……
Chris Ramsey MBE: It’s Not About The Club Badge
In this short clip, Chris Ramsey, MBE, former Technical Director, Manager, Coach and Teacher, shares his honest insights on youth academy coaching in this clip……
Know the Rules and Regulations in Youth Football
Stay onside. Knowledge is power. Let’s make sure youth football is fun and safe for everyone! This regulations section helps you begin to understand the……
Chris Robinson: Players Should Be Versatile
In this clip from the Real Sideline Expert series on the No1Fan.club platform, Chris Robinson, a professional Scout of over 30 years, discusses the importance……
Resilience & Confidence
Resilience and confidence are two powerful qualities that go hand in hand. On our platform, we want to explore how they can shape our children’s……
Chris Robinson: Scouts Can’t Predict the Future
In this Real Sideline Expert clip, Chris Robinson, a professional Scout of over 30 years, discusses the challenges of scouting young football players. He explains……
Chris Robinson: Scouting and When Your Child Was Born- ‘Age Bias’
In the clip of Real Sideline Expert, Chris Robinson, a professional Scout of over 30 years, discusses the development of young football players and the……