Sharon Heidaripour: Start Early with Yoga For Footballers
Sharon Heidaripour explains how yoga’s focus on flexibility, strength and balance can directly address the unique challenges growing athletes face. She highlights specific yoga poses…
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Beth Kerr: Why Our Kids Act Differently On and Off the Pitch
Wellbeing consultant Beth Kerr reveals fascinating insights about teenage brain development that every football parent should know. She explains how biological changes affect your young…
Dan Micciche: Parents are vital, they must work together
Top Premier League Coach Dan Micciche offers insights into the collaborative role of parents and coaches in player development in this Real Sideline Experts clip.…
Sally Needham: How to Help Your Child Thrive in Football [full interview]
Sally Needham is a Human Development and Performance Consultant with a wealth of experience in youth football. Sally shares her insights on how parents can……
Coach Manisha Tailor: Re-defining Parents’ Expectations
Manisha Tailor, International Development Coach, discusses the realities of youth football academies. She emphasises the low success rate of players progressing to professional contracts and…
Lindi Ngwenya: Breaking Through In The Women’s Game
Football agent Lindi Ngwenya shares the inspiring story about Sabitra Bhandari, a Nepalese striker she represents. She describes how she helped Bhandari, from a country…
Sally Needham: Emotional Intelligence and Game-Changing Techniques for Youth Footballers
Sally Needham, a Human Development, Performance and Culture Consultant at Sheffield United Academy, shares her insights on supporting youth footballers. Sally discusses how she integrates……
Coach Manisha Tailor: Be Measured in How You Support Your Child
International Development Coach, Manisha Tailor, offers advice to parents of young footballers in academies. She reminds them of the importance of supporting children through their…
Lindi Ngwenya: An Agents View on Football Pathways in the Women’s Game
In this Real Sideline Expert clip, football agent Lindi Ngwenya, explains the pathway for young girls from grassroots to England internationals in women’s football. She…
Beth Kerr: 3 Tips Every Football Parent Needs to Hear
Wellbeing consultant Beth Kerr offers three key tips for parents of young footballers. These straightforward tips aim to create a healthier, happier environment for young…