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The Biggest (and Best) Change in My Coaching Career
Twelve years ago, I was coaching in a school in Wythall, and if I’m being totally honest—I was really struggling.
There was one group in particular that I just couldn’t connect with. Every session felt like a battle. The children seemed disinterested, disruptive, and, truthfully, it felt like they didn’t like me much. The worst part? That feeling became mutual.

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Apr 192 min read
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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...

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Mar 283 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...

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Mar 273 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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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Mar 254 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...

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Nov 13, 20241 min read
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Why AU Sports is Different: Finding the Balance Between Serious and Silly
It’s often hard to explain how our services at AU Sports are different from the countless other coaching providers out there. On the...

AU Sports
Oct 9, 20243 min read
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🚨RECRUITING🚨
Sports Coach * 14 hours minimum per week * £10-£15 per hour * Potential for quick growth into full time role Musts: * Sport...

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Feb 1, 20231 min read
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