Football advice – Pendle Football Blog https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog News & info Fri, 29 May 2026 14:02:06 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.1.19 The Role of Parents in Youth Football https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/parents-role-in-youth-football/ https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/parents-role-in-youth-football/#respond Thu, 06 Nov 2025 12:00:53 +0000 https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/?p=8032 How To Best Support and Encourage Young Players Parents play an important role in their child’s sporting journey. A young player’s relationship with football shouldn’t just be about what happens on the pitch. You might not realise it, but you can influence how your child feels about playing for the rest of their lives. So, […]

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]]> https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/parents-role-in-youth-football/feed/ 0 How to Help Young Players Bounce Back After a Defeat https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/how-to-help-young-players-bounce-back-after-a-defeat/ https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/how-to-help-young-players-bounce-back-after-a-defeat/#respond Wed, 22 Oct 2025 13:18:36 +0000 https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/?p=7976 Turning Setbacks into Lessons in Youth Football No football team is going to win every match. From grassroots to professional level, defeats are just part of the sport. Obviously, losing can knock a younger player’s confidence and decrease team morale. However, losses are valuable opportunities for growth. Their response to a defeat says more about […]

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]]> https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/how-to-help-young-players-bounce-back-after-a-defeat/feed/ 0 Which Football Position Should I Play? https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/football-positions/ https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/football-positions/#respond Fri, 26 Sep 2025 11:30:11 +0000 https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/?p=7919 Football Positions: Roles and Responsibilities   How do you decide which football position to play? After all, each one has its own demands, skills and responsibilities. Coaches and players should understand each one and how they fit together. It’s also vital that you have the right people in the right roles. This guide breaks down […]

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]]> https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/football-positions/feed/ 0 England Football Accredited – Everything You Need To Know https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/england-football-accredited/ https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/england-football-accredited/#respond Mon, 15 Sep 2025 16:30:15 +0000 https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/?p=7890 Is your club an England Football Accredited club? If not, you could be missing out on some great benefits. England Football accreditation is more than just a badge. It’s a symbol that you offer a safe and inclusive environment for all. Not sure what’s involved? Read our guide to find out everything you need to […]

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]]> https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/england-football-accredited/feed/ 0 The Ultimate Matchday Checklist https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/matchday-checklist/ https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/matchday-checklist/#respond Fri, 25 Jul 2025 12:00:44 +0000 https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/?p=7793 What to Pack in Your Matchday Kit Bag   The Ultimate Matchday Checklist   We’ve all been there. Matchday comes around, you arrive at the pitch and realise you’ve forgotten something. Spare kits? Still at home. Ball pump? In the car. It’s happened to everyone. Matchday chaos is all too real, no matter how long […]

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]]> https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/matchday-checklist/feed/ 0 Complete Guide to Third Kits in Football https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/third-kit-guide/ https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/third-kit-guide/#respond Wed, 18 Jun 2025 14:00:45 +0000 https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/?p=7701 A Complete Guide to Third Kits in Football   What is the third football kit used for?   Ever turned up on matchday to find both teams are wearing almost identical football kits? That’s where a third kit comes in. But how likely is it that you’ll actually need one? In this complete guide, we’ll […]

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]]> https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/third-kit-guide/feed/ 0 Walking Football: A Beginner’s Guide https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/walking-football-guide/ https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/walking-football-guide/#respond Fri, 11 Apr 2025 12:00:34 +0000 https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/?p=7515 Football is something that everyone can enjoy, regardless of age, fitness, or ability. Nothing shows that more than walking football. The increasingly popular sport opens up new opportunities for more people to get onto the pitch. This includes those who have never played before and those who haven’t played in years. Thinking about getting involved […]

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]]> https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/walking-football-guide/feed/ 0 Top 5 Must-Haves For Footballers https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/top-5-football-must-haves/ https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/top-5-football-must-haves/#respond Thu, 06 Feb 2025 12:00:50 +0000 https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/?p=7438 Football Essentials Every Player Needs   Must-Have Football Gear   Having the right football gear is essential for peak performance, injury prevention, and overall comfort. It doesn’t matter if you’re playing football with your friends, heading to weekly training sessions, or playing a league match. The right football gear can make the difference between a […]

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]]> https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/top-5-football-must-haves/feed/ 0 Indoor Football Training Tips https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/indoor-football-training-tips/ https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/indoor-football-training-tips/#respond Fri, 06 Dec 2024 17:00:37 +0000 https://www.pendlesportswear.co.uk/blog/?p=7344 At this time of year, you’ll be used to the British weather causing problems for your team. No doubt, you’ll have seen matches cancelled due to rain this season and some players will have skipped training. You want to keep momentum going but that isn’t always possible to train outside. Indoor football training can be […]

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