Chris Robinson: Parents, Understand The Role of A Scout
In this Real Sideline Expert clip, Chris Robinson, a professional scout of over 30 years, offers a fascinating look at grassroots scouting for top clubs.…
Category: Grassroots
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…
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……
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……
Supporting Girls’ Football Development
As a parent or guardian supporting a young girl in football, you might be wondering about the development pathway for women’s football in England. At…
What is Safeguarding in Youth Football?
What every parent and guardian should know: As a parent or guardian involved in youth football, you’ve likely heard the term “safeguarding” thrown about. But…
Thomas Brosnan: The Car Journey Home
In this clip, Thomas Brosnan, a Psychotherapist and Behaviour Change Expert, shares how sometimes it’s best to do nothing and that sometimes a small shift…
Chris Robinson: What Scouts Look For
In this Real Sideline Expert clip, Chris Robinson, a professional Scout of over 30 years, shares his insights on the scouting process for top football…
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……
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…