From The Sidelines - Grassroots Football
I never planned on making a podcast. But the more time Ive spent on the sidelines — watching, encouraging, coaching, tying countless muddy laces, the more I realised these small moments carry big lessons.
Grassroots football strips everything back. Amongst the talks of tactics, it’s about people, effort, creating community, and the little wins kids don’t even know they’re giving you. Somewhere between cold mornings and lost bits of kit, the sidelines start teaching you about yourself too.
So this is me, sharing my journey as a manager/coach/parent with you.
From The Sidelines - Grassroots Football
Episode 5 — Behind the Curtain: Setting Up a Grassroots Team
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What does it really take to start a grassroots football team?
In this episode of From the Sidelines, we look beyond matchdays and training sessions to explore the reality of what happens behind the scenes.
From registrations and safeguarding to sponsors, subs, and the admin no one talks about — this is an honest look at what goes into creating a team before a ball is even kicked.
Not to put anyone off… but to help those thinking of getting involved go in with their eyes open.
Because grassroots football isn’t just built on pitches — it’s built on people who step up⚽.
Have you ever helped set up or run a team?
What surprised you most? Let me know in the comments 👇