This week, we’ve got a couple of reflection pieces – the first, from James Tolley, looking at what coaching actually is, and the second, from Ian Barker, looking at the different types of coach that exist at grassroots.
As coaches, it is always great to reflect on who we are, what we do and why we do it – these two articles are great for prompting some thought on that.
We also have two three-part sessions in this issue – each from a coach named Wild and both focusing on the attacking third of the field.
Our consultant coach Carl Wild shares a session to help your players to develop their decision-making skills in forward areas, while Rich Wild (no relation!) offers one on improving crossing to create goalscoring opportunities for your team.
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