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It's Only Kids Football

Ben Welch and Mike Clark
Grassroots Football
Football Coaching
Youth Football
Parenting
Coaching Techniques
Youth Coaching
Kids Sports
Parental Involvement
Team Dynamics
Training Techniques
Goal Scoring Techniques
Coaching
Fun In Training
Parental Dynamics In Sports
Goalkeeping
Kids Football
Resilience
Team Substitutions
Child Development
Bunching In Football

Ben Welch is figuring out how to be a decent kids football coach and a better Dad.

He's joined by coaching experts, ex-pros as well as football industry folk and internet friends to help him navigate the minefield of parenting and grassroots kids football.

It's meant to be for fun, but sometimes it's hard to remember - It's Only Kids Football.

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Latest Episodes

Ben and Mike deliver an honest reflection on the reality of being a football dad, diving into the difficult balance between coaching a player and raising a son. They explore stoicism, discussing how to handle your emotions and unrealistic expectation... more

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In this unfiltered episode, former academy coaches Michael Fox and Olly Porteous join Ben and Mike to tackle the biggest issues facing grassroots football right now.

From 3v3 formats, silent weekends and heading bans to kick-ins, league tables and p... more

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Ben and Mike are joined in the studio by Josh Paul, the social media powerhouse behind @fit_4_football to dissect the parental pre-game pep talk. Josh reveals why giving technical instructions to a young child is not only ineffective but also ignores... more

In this episode, Ben and Mike are joined by John Curtis — former Manchester United player and founder of NCE Soccer — for a wide-ranging conversation on what really drives youth football development.

John reflects on his own journey from grassroots ... more

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Recent Guests

Josh Paul
Coach and founder of Fit for Football
Fit for Football
Episode: Why your child doesn’t need a “Braveheart” pep talk
John Curtis
Former professional footballer and founder of NCE Soccer
NCE Soccer
Episode: Ex-Manchester United player reveals how to build confident young footballers
Michael Fox
Former academy coach with extensive experience in youth coaching
Focusing on Excellence Football Academy
Episode: The retreat rule: Is it helping or hurting player development?
Saul Isaksson Hurst
One of the world's leading technical coaches
Episode: World-renowned skills coach on developing technical players
Dario Seminerio
Youth development phase lead coach at Cambridge United
Cambridge United
Episode: A smarter way to coach your team
Damien Scannell
Former professional footballer and health coach, founder of the Super Dad movement
Super Dad
Episode: The secret to raising resilient young men
Glenn Murray
Former Premier League footballer, involved with grassroots football initiatives
Utilita Kids and Girls Cup
Episode: Glenn Murray: When parents want the dream more than their kids
Nick Green
Football DNA ambassador and experienced youth coach with expertise in player development across various levels.
Football DNA
Episode: Creating the right environment for player development
Rhys Demeridge
Manager of Lee Ramblers Blues under nines
Lee Ramblers
Episode: When a sideline flare-up almost ruins our game

Hosts

Ben Welch
Host of It's Only Kids Football, involved in coaching youth football while navigating the challenges of being a parent.
Mike Clark
Co-host of It's Only Kids Football, serving as an assistant coach and fellow dad, sharing insights on grassroots coaching.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 115 ratings
  • Thanks for your honesty

    I have been listening to you guys for about 12 months and you guys are a breath of fresh air in an area that is so important to all parents of young footballers that are doing everything they can to get better. You guys are doing a great service to all of us. Keep it up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Finnlikesit
    United States2 months ago
  • Really good insight to how mad you must be to want to coach kids football.

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    A Must-Listen for Any Coach or Football Parent!

    This podcast has been an absolute game-changer for me as both a coach and a parent. The hosts do a fantastic job breaking down the game in a way that’s easy to understand, while also offering deep insights into player development, mindset, and teamwork. Every episode gives me something new I can apply on the training pitch or in conversations with my kids about football.

    What I really appreciate is the balance — it’s not just about dri... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A player1983
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • A must for kids coaches

    I started coaching my son’s U7s team this year and this pod has completely changed the way I do things. All kids coaches should be made to listen to it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TomboloaG
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • 5*

    Just started coaching my sons’ U8 team

    And found this a great listen to hear similar experiences and an interesting and entertaining viewpoint. Been looking for something like this for a while and this is spot on. Cheers guys

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jchauve
    United Kingdoma year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Feedback often mentions that the hosts convey relatable challenges faced by parents and coaches in youth football.
Many reviews highlight the informative nature of discussions, focusing on emotional management and the balance between competition and enjoyment in children's sports.
Listeners appreciate the valuable insights related to coaching youth football, engaging parents in the conversation.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#131
United States/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#50
United Kingdom/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#134
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#81
Australia/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#41
Indonesia/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#56
Belgium/Sports/Soccer

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

When kids want to quit: Tough love or sympathy?
Q: How does a coach handle a player who has started refusing to pass due to being incentivized for goals?
The coach should enhance team communication and training drills focused on teamwork rather than individual glory, and address the parents to reinforce this.
When kids want to quit: Tough love or sympathy?
Q: Should the coach have one final chat with the parents or accept that the family has effectively quit the team?
The coach should have a chat with the parents to assess their commitment and possibly suggest that the child try a different sport if there is lack of enthusiasm.
Why your child doesn’t need a “Braveheart” pep talk
Q: What should be expected from players who haven't trained but want to play in the matches?
Commitment and attendance at training should determine playing time, emphasizing development over winning.
Why your child doesn’t need a “Braveheart” pep talk
Q: How can player cards help clarify roles for young players?
Using player cards can help link young players to their heroes and encourage them to emulate the traits they admire.
Why your child doesn’t need a “Braveheart” pep talk
Q: Is there a way to change the behaviour of a young player who loses focus on the pitch?
Focus on simplifying communication and encouraging a fun environment instead of giving pep talks.

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Recent guests on It's Only Kids Football include:

1. Josh Paul
2. John Curtis
3. Michael Fox
4. Saul Isaksson Hurst
5. Dario Seminerio
6. Damien Scannell
7. Glenn Murray
8. Nick Green

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