As Elite Goal Keeping Academy

14/09/2026

Tony Pulis has a very simple message for managers determined to play out from the back. 😂

“If you've got two centre-backs who can head it, kick it and defend the box brilliantly, but put a ball in front of them and they don't know what to do with it, then you don't ask them to play out.”

Pulis believes good management is about recognising what your players can do rather than forcing them into a fashionable style that doesn't suit them.

💬 Is he right? Are too many managers obsessed with having a “philosophy” instead of simply building a system around the players they have?

14/09/2026

SO TRUE !!

Martin Tyler believes modern coaching may actually be producing fewer leaders on the pitch. 👀

“I think the managers now have everybody in a straightjacket.”

Tyler remembers previous generations of players being expected to recognise what was happening during a match, change things themselves and solve problems without constantly looking towards the bench.

Today, he believes football has become much more “chess-like”, with players increasingly waiting for instructions.

💬 Has modern coaching made footballers tactically smarter - or has it taken away too much individual thought and leadership?

11/09/2026

🧤⚽ CALLING ALL LITTLE KEEPERS! ⚽🧤

Our Under-8 Goalkeeper Sessions are the perfect introduction to goalkeeping for young players who want to learn, have fun and build their confidence in a safe and welcoming environment.

Every session is designed especially for younger goalkeepers. Through enjoyable games and age-appropriate activities, children will learn all the important basics—including handling, footwork, positioning, diving safely, movement and stopping shots.

It’s not only about developing goalkeeper skills. Children will have the opportunity to make new friends, work as part of a team and enjoy being active alongside other young players who share their enthusiasm for goalkeeping.

Our friendly coaches ensure every child feels included, encouraged and supported—regardless of their current experience or ability. The focus is always on learning, improving and leaving each session with a smile!

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