🎙️ Go Football Podcast – Episode 46: When to Call a Game Off in the Cold

In Episode 46 of the Go Football Podcast, Steve tackles one of the toughest winter decisions in grassroots football — when is it right to call a game off in the cold?

With frozen pitches, low temperatures, pressure to fulfil fixtures, and player welfare at stake, this episode breaks down how coaches and organisers can make safe, sensible decisions in cold weather conditions.

The episode covers:

• ​ The risks of playing on frozen or hard ground
• ​ Why children are more affected by cold than adults
• ​ Common temperature guidance and welfare considerations
• ​ The pressure to play vs the responsibility to protect players
• ​ Clear signs that a game should be postponed
• ​ Best practice if a match does go ahead

A must-listen for grassroots coaches, volunteers, and parents navigating winter football with player safety at the centre.

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🎙️ Go Football Podcast – Episode 45: New Year, New Team?

In Episode 45 of the Go Football Podcast, Steve looks at how grassroots coaches can use the new year as a fresh start for their team.

After the winter break, disrupted fixtures, and a busy first half of the season, this episode focuses on practical ways coaches can reset standards, re-engage players, refresh training, and rebuild momentum without overcomplicating things.

The episode covers:

• ​Why the new year is a powerful reset point
• ​Reviewing the first half of the season honestly
• ​Resetting team values and expectations
• ​Making small but effective changes on the pitch
• ​Re-engaging players after the break
• ​Improving communication with parents
• ​Setting realistic goals for the rest of the season

A must-listen for grassroots coaches looking to start the year positively and create a strong second half of the season.

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🎄⚽ Go Football Podcast – Episode 43: The Christmas Special

In this special festive episode of the Go Football Podcast, Steve looks back over an incredible year of grassroots football conversations, learning, and debate.

The Christmas Special brings together some of the standout moments from across the year, featuring clips and insights from guests who have helped shape the podcast and shine a light on all areas of the grassroots game.

In this episode, you’ll hear from:

• Kev Weir, discussing the realities, challenges, and positives of grassroots football

• Chris from The Scouting Game, giving an inside look into how football scouting really works

• Emma, the SEND Coach, sharing valuable insight on planning sessions and supporting players who may need extra help

• Scotty, talking about introducing football to children as young as two years old and why early engagement should focus on fun and movement

We also revisit clips from our most downloaded solo episode, JPL vs Grassroots, reflecting on why that topic struck such a chord with coaches, parents, and clubs across the football community.

This episode is a thank-you to everyone who has listened, shared, and supported the podcast over the past year — and a reminder of why grassroots football matters so much.

Make sure to check out our guests’ links and socials to support the great work they’re doing across the game.

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