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Shouting From The SidelinesAuthor: Luke Towning
The podcast for parents, coaches & teachers involved in children's sport. We've got the best advice from professional sports coaches, pro athletes and everyone in-between to help you through the highs, lows and craziness of kids sport from grassroots to elite level. Brought to you by Foot-Tech Academy. Language: en Genres: Kids & Family, Parenting Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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#58 We’ve Coached 1,000+ 1-to-1 Football Sessions…Here’s What We Learned
Wednesday, 18 March, 2026
Some parents think 1-to-1 football coaching is the fastest way to help their child improve…but the reality is more nuanced than that.In this episode, we break down what we’ve learned from delivering over 1,000 one-to-one football sessions with young players.We talk about why parents seek out 1-to-1s, what they’re really hoping for, and what these sessions can (and can’t) realistically do.We also share where 1-to-1 coaching genuinely helps, where it can actually hold players back, and how it fits into a child’s overall football development.If you’re considering 1-to-1 coaching for your child, this will give you a clear, honest understanding of whether it’s the right step and how to approach it properly.In this episode, we cover:Why parents look for 1-to-1 football coachingWhat parents really mean when they make certain requestsWhat 1-to-1 sessions can’t fixWhere 1-to-1 coaching can make a real differenceWho benefits most (and who may not)When 1-to-1s can work against developmentWhat good 1-to-1 coaching actually looks likeWhy environment matters more than just “more training”This is an honest conversation designed to help you make better decisions for your child’s development without the noise of social media.If you found this helpful subscribe for more parent-first insights into children’s football and development.Parents in Leeds, try one of our football sessions - https://foot-techacademy.co.uk/ Grassroots football coaches, check out our games-based session plans to use with your team - https://onlinefootballcourses.com
