Too much sits with too few people.
Map the work around training, match days, communication and recruitment. Agree roles that fit the time volunteers actually have.
A shared responsibilities map and one manageable priority.
LanguagesLet’s talk Football clubs need people who can organise, listen and follow things through. Play in the Present supports club development, player mentoring and wellbeing conversations alongside your coaching team.
Technical football coaching stays with your qualified football coaches. Our mentoring is non-clinical and does not provide counselling or therapy.
Map the work around training, match days, communication and recruitment. Agree roles that fit the time volunteers actually have.
A shared responsibilities map and one manageable priority.
Create opportunities to hear players’ own experiences of confidence, pressure, feedback and belonging. Agree a useful focus alongside existing club support.
An agreed mentoring focus and a point to review it.
Explore who the club serves, activities people value and realistic partnership or sponsorship ideas. Consider capacity and costs before committing.
A clear proposition or a small development plan.
“What is one thing that would help you feel more supported here?”
Offer a choice about answering. Listen before suggesting a solution. Discuss general themes without exposing someone’s private story.
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