Around a decade ago, the FA realised that it had to be proactive in order to stop falling participation levels in grassroots football. And to give the governing body its dues, it took the issue seriously. The following years were all about giving communities the facilities they deserve. As well as a series of investment initiatives aimed at improving playing...
The FA is constantly being lambasted for its management of grassroots football in England, but to be fair, it is finally taking the problem seriously. Every year since 2010, the “Grow the Game” initiative has provided funds to local youth teams up and down the country. Any FA-affiliated club can apply for a grant of up to £1,500 for each...
One of the biggest mysteries in English grassroots football is: Where does all of the money the FA claims to spend end up? We’re constantly being told that investment by the super-rich Premier League and Football Association is at record levels, yet participation levels continue to fall and local clubs continue to fold at an alarming rate. One avenue through...
Around a decade ago, the FA realised that it had to be proactive in order to stop falling participation levels in grassroots football. And to give the governing body its dues, it took the issue seriously. The following years were all about giving communities the facilities they deserve. As well as a series of investment initiatives aimed at improving playing...
The FA is constantly being lambasted for its management of grassroots football in England, but to be fair, it is finally taking the problem seriously. Every year since 2010, the “Grow the Game” initiative has provided funds to local youth teams up and down the country. Any FA-affiliated club can apply for a grant of up to £1,500 for each...
One of the biggest mysteries in English grassroots football is: Where does all of the money the FA claims to spend end up? We’re constantly being told that investment by the super-rich Premier League and Football Association is at record levels, yet participation levels continue to fall and local clubs continue to fold at an alarming rate. One avenue through...