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What I make of the FA's decision to ban heading in junior football
The FA will phase out deliberate heading for youngsters over the next three seasons
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What to expect from grassroots football in 2024
In his monthly column for the Mirror and Kick N Mix, Team Grassroots' Paul Kirton tells us what he is expecting from youth football in 2024
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Play Safe Weekend explained as bosses and players wear special badges and shirts
Captains will also be wearing special armbands this weekend
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You can shape the future of grassroots football in A Conversation with The Game
‘A Conversation with The Game’ aims to connect with the grassroots game in a way that inspires, listens and informs
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8 money-saving tips to help your grassroots club beat cost of living crisis
Our grassroots column tackles the important issues in kids football across the country as the cost of living crisis impacts junior sport
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Let’s quietly contemplate why Silent Support weekend is deemed necessary
There has been plenty of debate over the introduction of Silent Support weekends but it's worth considering why the FA feel they are necessary
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Former Premier League referee sends message to teenager after debut abuse
Our new grassroots football column tackles the important issues in kids football across the country as Mark Halsey wades into the storm surrounding referee abuse