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…
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Lindi Ngwenya: Working With The Whole Family
Football agent Lindi Ngwenya discusses the crucial role of parents in a young football player’s career. She emphasises that when signing a young player, you…
Series 2 – Meet Kate: Navigating Our Kids Through the Crucial Steps to Pro Football [full interview]
Welcome to Season 2 of Behind the Boots! In this episode, football parent Kate Iorpenda shares her journey of supporting young players through crucial transitions……
Kate Iorpenda: Don’t Just Chase the Badge When Finding a New Club
In this clip, football mum Kate Iorpenda shares her insights on the critical U16-18 phase, when many young players are often released from academies, as…
Per Mertesacker: Life Lessons In Youth Football
Arsenal Academy Manager and former Arsenal defender Per Mertesacker talks about how to become a top footballer, you need to also focus on who you…
Sally Needham: Fear in Football and the Impact on Children
Sally Needham, a Human Development and Performance and Culture Consultant, breaks down the concept of fear in youth football development. She explains how fear is……
Sally Needham: Transform Your Child’s Football Performance with Visualisation
Sally Needham, a Human Development and Performance and Culture Consultant, reveals how visualisation techniques can significantly enhance youth footballers’ performance. She explains how these methods……
Sally Needham: Breath Work, A Secret Weapon in Youth Football
Sally Needham, a Human Development, Performance and Culture Consultant, reveals how simple breathing techniques can transform a young player’s emotional resilience both on and off……
Coach Manisha Tailor: The Privilege of Academy Football
International Development Coach, Manisha Tailor, discusses the privilege of being selected for an academy at any age. She views football as part of a broader…
Beth Kerr: More Important Than Your Child’s Football Coach
Wellbeing consultant Beth Kerr shares some top tips for football parents on connecting with their kids. She suggests it’s all about making relationships a priority,…