06/10/2026
Let them make mistakes. ⚽️
As parents, you all want to help your children. When we see them under pressure, it’s easy to shout, “Kick it away!” because we don’t want them to lose the ball.
But what are they actually learning if that’s always the answer?
Football is about so much more than just getting rid of the ball. It’s about learning to control it, look up, make decisions and have the confidence to try things.
Of course, they’re going to lose the ball. They’re going to make mistakes. That’s part of learning and it’s how they improve. If we encourage them to kick it away every time they get into a difficult situation, how will they ever learn to get themselves out of one?
Sometimes, we have to let them figure things out for themselves. Let them try, let them get it wrong and encourage them to go again. We don't want children who are scared of making mistakes. We want children who are brave enough to try.
So next time your child gets the ball, rather than telling them to kick it away, give them the chance to play. 💙
