LJB Coaching

02/06/2026

Wednesday 20th may 2026

Joseph & Shay
Joseph and Shay both showed excellent commitment throughout the session, particularly when working on our defensive shape out of possession. They demonstrated a growing understanding of their positioning and worked hard to stay connected with teammates when defending. Their communication improved as the session progressed, helping the team remain compact and organised during game-play scenarios.
In possession, both players showed confidence when receiving the ball and looked to contribute positively to our build-up play. They were willing to create passing options for teammates and made good decisions to help the team progress through the phases. Their attitude and willingness to learn were outstanding, and there were some very encouraging moments that highlighted their development.

Elliott & Aiden
Elliott and Aiden approached the session with great focus and intensity, setting a positive example through their work ethic. Defensively, they showed a much better understanding of their roles within the team's shape, working hard to press together and maintain compactness when out of possession. Their awareness of space and positioning was particularly pleasing to see.
When building from the back and progressing possession, both players demonstrated increasing confidence on the ball. They consistently looked for passing opportunities and supported teammates well, helping the team move through the phases rather than forcing play too quickly. Their decision-making and movement improved throughout the evening, resulting in some excellent passages of play.

Jack & Harry
Jack and Harry produced a strong performance during tonight's session, showing excellent concentration and a positive attitude from start to finish. Their defensive work was particularly impressive, with both players working hard to stay disciplined in their positioning and contributing to the team's overall organisation. They communicated effectively and showed a good understanding of when to press and when to remain compact.

Going forward, both players embraced the focus on build-up play and showed confidence in possession. They were keen to receive the ball, support teammates, and make positive decisions to keep attacks flowing. As the session developed, their movement and understanding of the build-up phases became increasingly evident, helping create some very positive attacking moments for the team.

27/05/2026

Wednesday futsal ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

huge congratulations to Adam on being named Player of the Month for April a thoroughly deserved achievement.

Adam has always been a naturally talented and skilful player who brings real quality whenever he’s on the ball. His confidence in possession, creativity, and technical ability have consistently stood out, and he has the type of talent that can make a difference in any game.

However, what has been most impressive over the last month and something that has continued strongly into May has been his attitude, determination, and commitment to improving every aspect of his game.
Rather than relying solely on his natural ability, Adam has shown a real desire to develop the side of the game that often goes unnoticed but is just as important to the team. Over recent weeks, he has worked extremely hard on his tackling, defensive responsibilities, pressing, recovery runs, and overall off-the-ball work.

The improvement in these areas has been massive and clear for everyone to see, both in training and during matches.
Adam has approached every session with a fantastic attitude and strong work ethic. He has listened carefully to coaching points, taken feedback on board, and most importantly applied it consistently. His willingness to learn and improve has been excellent, and it’s been great to see the progress he has made through hard work and dedication.

One of the biggest positives has been his growing understanding of team play and responsibility. He has shown a much greater willingness to work for the team defensively, help teammates, track runners, and contribute in all phases of the game. His energy, commitment, and work rate have become major strengths alongside the natural quality he already possesses.

Most importantly, Adam’s attitude has set a brilliant example. He has shown that talent alone is not enough, and that improvement comes from effort, consistency, and the willingness to keep learning. The progress he has made is a credit to himself and fully deserving of recognition.

Very well deserved, Adam keep up the excellent work and continue pushing yourself to improve even further.

20/05/2026

Wednesday 13th May 2026

Charlie & Adam
Both players worked really well throughout the session and showed a great attitude from start to finish. They listened carefully to the coaching points and applied them well as the evening went on. Their movement off the ball improved noticeably during the Y drill, with both players starting to create better angles and support quicker after passing. There were also some really good moments of communication and passing quality, especially when the tempo increased. A strong session from both players with lots of positives to build on.

Joseph G & Harry
Joseph G and Harry brought excellent energy to the session and worked hard throughout. They responded really well to the coaching points around movement after passing and began to play with much more purpose as the drill developed. Both players showed good decision making at times and produced some sharp, well-weighted passes. It was especially pleasing to see them continue trying to play quickly while still keeping control and maintaining the flow of the drill. A very positive session with clear improvement shown.

Joseph, Elliott & Ben
All three players showed a really positive attitude and willingness to improve during the session. As the Y drill progressed, there was clear improvement in movement, support play and communication between them. They began to move the ball with better tempo and confidence, while also reacting much quicker after releasing passes. There were some excellent passing combinations and good examples of players trying to put the coaching points into practice consistently. Plenty of progress made tonight and lots to keep building on moving forward.

Matthew
Matthew had a strong session and worked hard throughout the evening. His attitude and focus were excellent, and he showed a real willingness to take on coaching points and improve as the session developed. During the Y drill, his movement off the ball became much sharper, and he started to create better angles to support play more effectively. There were also some very good moments of passing quality and decision making, especially as the tempo increased. A really positive session with clear progress made and lots more to build on going forward.

Well done everyone lots of progress made and plenty to build on for next session 👏⚽

20/05/2026

Wednesday futsal ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Player of the Session goes to Aiden tonight, and it was thoroughly deserved from the very first minute of the session right through to the last.

What stood out most was his attitude and willingness to learn throughout the evening. From the start, he listened carefully to every coaching point and showed a real determination to take information on board and apply it immediately during practices and small-sided activities.

Every time we stopped to discuss small adjustments or improvements, Aiden was fully engaged, asking questions, concentrating and making a genuine effort to improve the next time he stepped back into the drill.
What impressed me even more was the consistency of his effort and focus. He never switched off, continued to work hard in every practice and showed a real desire to keep getting better throughout the session. You could clearly see him trying to implement the details we spoke about, whether that was his movement, decision-making, confidence on the ball or overall work rate.

It’s also important to recognise that being one of the youngest players in the group is never easy, especially in sessions that demand high levels of concentration, intensity, movement and confidence in possession. Despite that challenge, Aiden handled himself brilliantly. He showed maturity beyond his age, stayed positive even when things were difficult and never let mistakes affect his attitude or effort.
Throughout the session he demonstrated real character, resilience and determination. He kept pushing himself, encouraged others around him and showed exactly the type of mentality we want from players in these sessions hardworking, coachable and eager to improve.

That attitude, combined with his willingness to learn and keep developing, is why he fully deserved Player of the Session tonight. Very well done, Aiden.

13/05/2026

Wednesday futsal ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Congratulations to Charlie and Alexander for being named Players of the the Session.

Both lads were outstanding during the final game and fully deserved the recognition. They worked brilliantly together throughout, constantly looking to combine and support each other in possession. Their link-up play was excellent, with both showing great awareness, movement, and understanding of when to pass, move, and create space for one another.

Communication between them was also a real standout. They were encouraging each other, talking throughout the game, and showing strong teamwork both on and off the ball. In possession, they stayed calm, made smart decisions, and consistently helped the team move the ball effectively.

It was great to see the understanding and chemistry they developed during the session, and their attitude and effort set a really positive example for the rest of the group. A fully deserved achievement for both of them

well done lads!

13/05/2026

Wednesday 6th may 2026

Adam & Jacob
both had a really strong session tonight and showed a brilliant attitude from start to finish. They worked hard in every drill, listened well, and kept trying to play with quality and intensity. As the session went on, both grew into it more and showed some really positive movement and decision making on the ball. Their effort levels never dropped and they encouraged others around them throughout the night.

Harry & Joseph
linked up really well tonight and showed some excellent teamwork during both the drills and the match. Their passing combinations and movement off the ball improved as the tempo increased, and they both looked confident when playing forward and trying to make things happen. It was great to see the communication between them and the willingness to keep working hard for each other.

Jack & Elliott
brought great energy to the session tonight and both competed really well throughout. They showed determination in every part of the session, worked hard defensively, and also looked positive when in possession. Both lads kept their intensity high and were always looking to get involved, which helped raise the tempo of the game towards the end.

Joseph G & Shay
both showed some really good quality tonight, especially once the session became quicker and more competitive. Their movement to create passing options improved massively and there were some really nice moments where they combined well and played forward with confidence. Both worked hard throughout and kept trying to improve every time they got on the ball.

Aiden & Ben
both put in a really positive performance tonight and showed excellent teamwork throughout the session. They worked hard for the full session, stayed focused, and showed a great attitude when things got competitive. There were some really good moments from both lads during the game, especially with their effort to support teammates and keep the ball moving quickly.

06/05/2026

Wednesday futsal ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

A huge congratulations to Adam for being named Player of the Session a thoroughly deserved recognition for an excellent all-round performance. Everyone knows how much he thrives in 1v1 situations and enjoys taking players on, so it was particularly impressive to see him step outside of that comfort zone and embrace a more team-oriented, passing-focused style of play.
What stood out most was not just his technical ability, but his willingness to adapt his game for the benefit of the team. He moved the ball well, linked play intelligently, and showed great awareness in possession. That kind of flexibility and understanding is exactly the sort of development we love to see, as it demonstrates maturity, coachability, and a growing understanding of different ways to influence the game.
On top of all that, he produced a real highlight moment during the match with an absolutely brilliant overhead kick. It was one of those moments that instantly lifted the energy around the game a fantastic piece of skill, executed with confidence and flair, and something everyone watching thoroughly enjoyed.
Well done, Adam keep working hard and continuing to develop all aspects of your game!

06/05/2026

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06/05/2026

Wednesday 29th April 2026

Charlie & Matthew
Charlie and Matthew both had a really positive session tonight and worked hard throughout. During the “release the prisoner” drill, Charlie showed great awareness with movement off the ball, while Matthew adapted quickly and supported teammates well in possession.
Both players made some smart decisions during the games, choosing good moments to pass, move, and create space. Charlie’s energy helped keep the tempo high, and Matthew’s confidence on the ball continued to improve as the session went on.
A really strong effort from both players tonight — keep up the great work.

Aiden & Jack
Aiden and Jack both showed fantastic effort and focus throughout the evening. Aiden worked really hard to find space and make himself available for teammates, while Jack showed great understanding during the drills and used the ball well under pressure.
The movement and teamwork from both players were very encouraging to watch, especially during the possession-based games. Aiden and Jack also showed improving decision-making, making smart choices in key moments.
Another excellent session from both players well done.

Joseph & Shay
Joseph and Shay both brought great energy and positivity to tonight’s session. Joseph showed strong movement and awareness during the “release the prisoner” drill, while Shay worked hard to support teammates and stay involved in the play.
Both players showed good confidence in possession and made some very clever decisions during the matches. Joseph’s effort off the ball and Shay’s willingness to adapt and work as part of the team were particularly pleasing to see.
A really enjoyable session from both players tonight keep working hard.

Elliott & Alexander
Elliott and Alexander both had an excellent session this evening. Elliott showed great determination and worked hard to create space and support teammates, while Alexander adapted really well to the drills and made some strong decisions in possession.
The teamwork and communication between both players improved throughout the night, and it was great to see Elliott and Alexander staying positive and focused during every part of the session. Their movement on and off the ball made a real difference in the games.
Very well done to both players tonight a strong session all around.

29/04/2026

Wednesday 22nd April 2026

Adam & Oscar
Adam and Oscar showed great progression throughout the transition 1v1 rondo. As the session developed, both players grew in confidence and began to demonstrate much stronger awareness of space. Adam’s scanning improved well, allowing him to make quicker and more effective decisions on the ball.

Oscar complemented this with excellent off-the-ball movement, creating good angles and opportunities to receive.
Together, they combined really well, producing some high-quality through balls in 1v1 situations. Their passing became sharper and more consistent, with good timing and weight, showing a clear understanding of when and how to play forward.

Shay & Joseph G
Shay and Joseph G worked really well as the session progressed, showing strong improvement in their understanding of transitions. Shay demonstrated great awareness, particularly in recognising when to attack space and take on 1v1 opportunities. Joseph G showed excellent composure, making smart decisions on when to pass and when to carry the ball forward.

Their link-up play developed nicely, with both players communicating well and timing their movements effectively. They produced some very good forward passes, creating dangerous attacking situations and showing real intent in their play.

Alexander & Charlie
Alexander and Charlie showed a really positive approach throughout, building confidence as the session went on. Alexander began to play forward with more intent, looking to break lines and create opportunities early. Charlie supported this well with intelligent movement, consistently finding good spaces to receive and help progress play.
Their decision-making improved, and they showed good awareness in 1v1 situations. The quality of their passing stood out, with well-weighted and accurate balls that helped maintain the flow and create attacking chances.

Jack & Joseph
Jack and Joseph demonstrated excellent development during the session, particularly in their movement and understanding of space. Jack made some very effective forward runs, timing them well to receive through balls and create attacking opportunities. Joseph showed great composure on the ball, improving his passing speed and accuracy as the session progressed.

Together, they worked cohesively, showing a good understanding of each other’s movements. Their ability to create and take advantage of 1v1 situations improved really well, with clear attacking intent and confidence.

Ben
Ben showed a strong attitude throughout the session and made great progress as the drill developed. He became more aware of his surroundings, scanning effectively and recognising opportunities to get on the ball and attack.

His passing improved in both speed and precision, and he showed good timing when playing forward balls into space. Ben also demonstrated growing confidence in 1v1 situations, looking to take players on and make a positive impact in attacking moments.

Overall Summary
This was a really positive session with clear progress across the group. As the practice developed, players showed great improvement in their awareness, movement, and decision-making.

There was a noticeable increase in:
Confidence when receiving and playing forward
Quality and timing of passes
Recognition of 1v1 opportunities
Movement to create space and support teammates

The group responded really well to the challenges and conditions, leading to some excellent attacking play and well-executed through balls. A strong session overall with lots of encouraging signs moving forward.