Soccer Parent

Parents play a crucial part in supporting the involvement of their children with football.

The Football Association aims to help parents play a positive role, recognising that involvement in football can greatly influence the development of children, both in the football environment and in their overall lifestyles.

As a result, the F.A. has launched Soccer Parent, the latest programme in their Football Development Strategy, to work positively with parents, with the intention of raising both standards of behaviour and knowledge, as well as looking to attract new volunteers to the game.

Parents can use this scheme to help children enjoy playing football. Parents should support children to make their first sporting experience a positive one. First experiences should be fun and enjoyable and parents should respect that children need to enjoy playing football.

You can get involved with Soccer Parent.

The FA has launched an on-line version of the programme, which is accessible from the link below. Parents, coaches, teachers and young players will find a whole host of interactive information, games, puzzles and downloads aimed at getting the Soccer Parent message across. Click on the picture to get started and have fun!