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Tiny Steps, Big Impact: Why Sport at Preschool Age Matters More Than You Think
At AU Sports, we believe the earlier a child experiences the joy of being active, the better—and not just for their future in sport, but...
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Developing Tactical Awareness in Young Players: Teaching Decision-Making and Positioning
Tactical awareness is what separates good players from great ones. While technical skills like passing, dribbling, and shooting are...
AU Sports
Mar 283 min read
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How to Handle Losing & Setbacks – Teaching Resilience and a Growth Mindset
Losing is one of the hardest things for young athletes to deal with. Whether it’s losing a game, missing a penalty, getting out for a low...
AU Sports
Mar 274 min read
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The Fundamentals of Footwork in Every Sport – How Movement Efficiency Impacts Performance
In any sport, good footwork is the foundation of success. Whether you’re playing football, cricket, netball, or any other sport, how you...
AU Sports
Mar 273 min read
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Dealing with Anxiety & Nervousness in Young Players – How to Support Children Who Struggle with Confidence
Dealing with Anxiety & Nervousness in Young Players – How to Support Children Who Struggle with Confidence Every coach and parent has...
AU Sports
Mar 264 min read
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Why Mistakes Are Good! Creating a Positive Environment Where Failure is Part of Learning
In grassroots sport, mistakes are often seen as a negative thing, something to be corrected or avoided at all costs. But in reality,...
AU Sports
Mar 263 min read
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How to Plan an Effective Training Session – Structuring Drills, Warm-Ups, and Cool-Downs for Maximum Impact
Great coaching starts with great planning. A well-structured training session not only helps players develop their skills but also keeps...
AU Sports
Mar 253 min read
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How Small-Sided Games Improve Football Decision-Making
In football, decision-making is one of the most critical skills a player can develop. The ability to assess a situation quickly, choose...
AU Sports
Mar 253 min read
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The Importance of Coaching for Development, Not Just Winning
Grassroots sport should be about helping young athletes grow, both as players and as people. But too often, coaches and parents get...
AU Sports
Mar 254 min read
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Balancing Fun and Development in Grassroots Coaching
One of the biggest challenges in grassroots coaching is striking the right balance between fun and development. As coaches, we want to...
AU Sports
Mar 253 min read
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The Power of Words: How Language Shapes Young Athletes
When coaching young children in grassroots sport, the way we communicate is just as important as the skills we teach. The words we choose...
AU Sports
Mar 254 min read
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More Than Words: The Power of Body Language, Tone, and Actions in Coaching Kids
When working with young athletes, how you communicate goes far beyond just words. Your body language, tone of voice, and overall presence...
AU Sports
Mar 244 min read
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Book early to save 20% on all Easter day clubs
Easter enrolments are open......... The Easter holiday is taking place over two weeks and we are pleased to confirm that our Multisports...
Neil Duggan
Mar 101 min read
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Parents: Where to start your child's journey in Sport
Advice on where to start your child's journey in sport. Why AU Sports Is one of the Best Coaching Services for Your Child At AU Sports,...
AU Sports
Dec 10, 20245 min read
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NEW Club Cricket Partnerships
At AU Sports, we're committed to nurturing young talent in a fun and supportive environment. We've proven success in developing players...
Neil Duggan
Nov 29, 20241 min read
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AU Sports is Going Global!
We’re thrilled to share that AU Sports founders, Pete and Nat and their two boys, are embarking on an exciting new chapter, moving to...
Neil Duggan
Nov 29, 20242 min read
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AU Sports sponsoring Redditch Borough Under 8's
We’re thrilled to be sponsoring the home kit for the brand-new Redditch Borough U8’s. We couldn’t be happier to support these amazing...
Neil Duggan
Nov 29, 20243 min read
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We’re Recruiting
We’ve got another couple of opportunities to join our expanding team. Netball Coach Casual https://www.ausported.com/jobs/netball-coach...
AU Sports
Nov 13, 20241 min read
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We’re Thrilled to Launch Our New Learn To Play Netball Session! Why This is a Game-Changer for Your Child’s Development
Looking for a sport that gets your child active, builds teamwork skills, and boosts confidence—all while having fun? Our new Learn to...
Neil Duggan
Nov 1, 20242 min read
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Monthly Catch-up - October Newsletter
Welcome to our new monthly newsletter where we aim to keep you informed with all the latest news from AU Sports. There has been lots...
Neil Duggan
Oct 24, 20242 min read
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