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Football tactics, youth coaching notes, and practical ways to plan sessions with Football Tactics Board.
August 28, 2026·6 min read
The first 11v11 season: four formations that actually work at U13 and U14
Just moved up to 11v11? Four formations that hold their shape at U13 and U14, with a free board you can drag, save and share.August 2, 2026·7 min read
Starting 5v5 at U6 to U8? Four simple shapes that hold together
Four 5v5 shapes for U6 to U8, when each one helps, and why formations barely matter at this age. Free drag-and-drop board for every one.July 19, 2026·7 min read
How to plan a 60-minute U10 training session (without making it up on the drive there)
A real 60-minute U10 session plan. Warm-up, possession, finishing, game. Four blocks you can run on Tuesday. Free board to build it on.July 5, 2026·6 min read
Defending corners at U11 and U12: a zone-marking setup that actually works
How to defend corners at U11 and U12 without chaos in the box. One zone-marking setup, six jobs, and a free board to build it on. No login for the basics.June 8, 2026·7 min read
First time coaching U8? Here's what to actually do at your first three sessions
First time coaching U8? Here is a real plan for your first three sessions, with drag-and-drop drills and what actually works.May 31, 2026·8 min read