National Parent Football Conference
Category: Development
Featured Book: “50 Ways Into Football” by Daniel Geey and Dan Freedman
This month, we’re shouting about a brilliant book that every football family needs on their shelf. 50 Ways Into Football by Dan Freedman and Daniel…
“It should never end in regret” our own Kate Iorpenda on why parents need more honesty about the football journey
Most parents aren’t the problem. They just haven’t been given the full picture. That’s the message from our very own Kate Iorpenda in this brilliant…
Supporting Parents Through the Contract Decisions in the Girls’ Game
The journey through a football academy is challenging, and for most families, there will come a point when their child faces a significant decision, whether…
Girls Football Pathway
Examples of Professional Players Journey This document shares the stories of nine female professional footballers and the very different routes they each took into the…
Supporting Scholars & Young Professionals: A Guide for Parents & Guardians
Supporting a child on a scholarship or as a young professional footballer means focusing on their wellbeing, relationships, and long‑term development, not just short‑term success.…
Chris Ramsey MBE: Reminder for Parents They are Being Watched Too
In this clip from the Real Sideline Expert series, Chris Ramsey, MBE, former Technical Director, Manager, Coach and Teacher, discusses parents’ often-overlooked role in their…
Dan Micciche: Good Practice in retain and release
In this Real Sideline Experts clip, top Premier League Coach Dan Micciche stresses the importance of regular, honest communication with parents about a player’s status,…
Supporting parents through the scholarship decision
The journey through a football academy is challenging, and for most families, there will come a point when their child faces a significant decision, whether…
“The Scouting Game”, by Chris Robinson, Professional Football Scout
This month, we’re is spotlighting The Scouting Game by Chris Robinson. In his book, Chris offers an insider’s perspective on the world of football scouting,……