Rob Atkin’s varied coaching career spans over 30 years.
His roles have included football development officer at Newcastle City Council, a coach at Newcastle United academy and head coach of Newcastle United Women.
Rob has since returned to the grassroots game, working with the junior teams at Blyth Town FC. As a Football Association coach mentor, coach education is also high up on his list of priorities.
SCW caught up with Rob to discuss staying relevant, core techniques, the concept of meaningful competition and what a good session looks like
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