The Football Fun Factory Podcast - Word of the Week - Gratitude

Should goal bonuses be allowed in children's football? In this episode of the Football Fun Factory podcast, we debate the big conversation about goal bonuses. Is there a real benefit to having these within children's football, or are these incentives causing more harm than good? In previous generations, goal bonuses were seen as a bit of fun amongst families, and it was more about the goal than the money. Are we now in an age where children care too much about the money they'll get, and is this impacting the enjoyment of grassroots football for children? Listen in to the podcast to hear our thoughts on this big topic which is dominating the grassroots game currently!

This week our Word of the Week at the FFF is Confidence. We love to see children grow in confidence through the experiences that we offer. Ahead of our sessions this week, James and Jonny sat down to talk about confidence and how it can be showcased within the children we coach!

This week our Word of the Week is 'active'! Ahead of our session this week, James and Jonny sat down to discuss all about our Word of the Week. We love to encourage active lifestyles within the FFF and look forward to seeing the children within our sessions being 'active'!

Are the best footballers in the world all both-footed? In the latest episode of the Football Fun Factory podcast, we debate whether you need to be 'both-footed' to make it to the very top of the game. In training, should we be focused on using both feet or isn't it necessary? James and Luke debate this topic in Jonny's court, before the guys give their real opinions on the topic, with Luke giving some brilliant insight into his playing days as well.

Enthusiasm is our Word of the Week across our sessions at the FFF this week. We're set for another exciting week of football fun, ahead of our sessions James and Jonny got together to talk all about 'enthusiasm' including what it means, as well as how children can showcase it within our sessions. Take a watch and listen!

Versatility is our Word of the Week across our sessions this week. It's a big word, but one that we are looking forward to seeing the children showcase within our experiences. Ahead of our sessions this week, James and Jonny sat down to talk all about 'versatility' as well as how children can showcase this word.

In the latest episode of the Football Fun Factory podcast, we debate the benefits and drawbacks of unopposed practice within football training. Is there a point to it? Or is it a waste of time? James and Luke argue out the latest hot topic in football coaching in Jonny's court, before the guys have deep dive into their real thoughts on unopposed practice.

This week our Word of the Week is 'Politeness' so ahead of our sessions this week, James and Jonny talk all about Politeness. You and your child can listen to our podcast to learn all about our Word of the Week and how it can be showcased within our sessions.

We have made ambition our Word of the Week across our sessions at the Football Fun Factory this week. It's perfect timing with the new school year in full flow, and the end of the year approaching now. Ahead of our sessions this week, parents and their children can listen in to learn all about ambition and what it means.

In our latest podcast episode, we tackle the question: Should children pass in football? Whether you're a parent, coach, or young player, this video will is a must-watch as debate the benefits and drawbacks of passing and 'ball hogging' within football. Take a listen to see what James, Jonny and Luke think!