Uefa A licenced coach with more than 30 years' experience in football development, coach education and mentoring within grassroots clubs. Worked at Newcastle United's academy and coached various open-age semi-pro teams.
From the elite level right down to youth grassroots, players often learn better when shown what to do. Actions speak louder than words, says ROB ATKIN MORE
Former Newcastle United academy coach ROB ATKIN tells STEPH FAIRBAIRN experienced heads must change with the times to stay relevant in today's game MORE
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A foundation-phase practice designed to teach staying in possession when under pressure. By ROB ATKIN MORE
Give youngsters the time and space to learn the core techniques and give grassroots coaches the tools to teach them, urges coach educator ROB ATKIN MORE
