by GRF Admin | Sep 19, 2023 | Coach Diary, Coaching, News
In the short time I’ve been a coach, I’ve seen too many fellow coaches moaning about their squads. Even at the U8 age group, I often hear ‘he’s not good enough’ or ‘we need an established goalkeeper’. ...
by GRF Admin | Sep 5, 2023 | Coaching, Featured, News, Parents
A reminder of the FA guidance reference the publication of results and league tables for teams playing from Under-7s through to Under-11s. “This guidance is not new. As a result of significant consultation and research undertaken across the game with children...
by GRF Admin | Sep 1, 2023 | headline news, Health, Latest News, News, Parents
About the course Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility – but are you clear about the vital role you can play? Safeguarding is about creating safe environments and preventing children from experiencing harm or abuse. Put simply, safeguarding refers to measures we...
by GRF Admin | Jul 7, 2023 | Latest News, News
Comets is a new, enjoyable and inclusive programme that is being piloted by the FA, This is a project aimed at children aged 5-11 years old who may have a disability or additional needs. We believe it is essential for every child to have access to opportunities in...
by GRF Admin | Jun 19, 2023 | Featured, Footy Mums, News
My son, who is 8 has played for his team now for a year and a half now, I accept that he has the least ability on the team but to counter this he has the most enthusiasm. The coach was very fair in the first season giving most kids a good run out, recently this has...
by GRF Admin | Jun 13, 2023 | Coaching, Featured, News
Written from the heart of a Coach / Parent. Being the kid of the coach isn’t always the best thing…. or so my child tells me, regardless of what many may think. Sitting here listening to my child as they plead to miss training and asking to go to the beach...
