The Matchday Experience

Delivered by: Vinny Halsall (FA Coach Development Officer)

Type: Practical/Observational Workshop

Date: Sunday 24th October 2021

Time: 10:00-12:00

Open to: Everyone

Venue: Easington Sports Football Club, Addison Road, Banbury, OX16 9DH

Prices: FREE

Workshop Content:

Questions this workshop will aim to answer: 

- How do I plan for Match Days more effectively?

- What does organisation look like on a match day to help improve the experience for the players?

- In what ways can I help the players and myself reflect on the match day experience for future learning?

- Who else can support me on match days?

What can coaches expect to take away?

- Some thinking and planning tools to support coaches on a matchday BEFORE and DURING the match day.

- Some coach self-reflection tools AFTER the match day

Are there any tasks to complete ahead of the event?

- Something to think about: What is the purpose of a match day for you and most importantly, your players?

- Watch the 90 second video provided and come prepared to share your thoughts around some of the key topics mentioned.

Overview of the event 

“Can we play a match” One of the most common phrases we hear when working with enthusiastic players who love the game. How do we as coaches, supporters and volunteers help keep that life-long love for the game and provide the best possible experiences we can when it comes to a match day?

In this workshop, we will aim to explore some of the challenges faced by coaches on a match day but also, the opportunities that it presents in terms of the following key aspects:

- Linking training to a match day.

- Supporting the learning and enjoyment of the players.

- How to plan, deliver and reflect effectively in relation to match day.

We will explore these areas through practical delivery and discussion to help you make the most of the favourite part of the week and give you some food for thought to support you throughout the season, with some hints, tips and ideas for you to take away and try out with your own players.

What you will Need:

• Note taking materials (Recommended)
• Suitable clothing/footwear for partaking in an outdoor practical session (Grass Pitch)

Please Note: All attendees will be required to show proof of a lateral flow test on arrival. Those who are unable to show proof of a test will not be admitted to the event. ALL attendees will also be required to wear masks when indoors and socially distance. 

Additional Information:

Candidates Aged 18 or Under
In keeping with our commitment to keeping the game safe and in line with FA Safeguarding Policies if you are aged 18 or under you are required to supply the name and contact details of an adult next of kin or carer who will be included in any correspondence we may have with you.

Equality & Diversity Monitoring
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When booking, learners are encouraged to respond to these questions about themselves, however, participation is entirely optional and you are not obliged to self declare your characteristics. The information we receive is only used for monitoring and statistical purposes and will remain anonymous.

The Equality and Diversity Monitoring form can be downloaded here 

Terms and Conditions
All course booking are subject to Oxfordshire FA's Course Booking Terms and Conditions:

You are fit to participate and acknowledge that you do so at your own risk

Oxfordshire Football Association Ltd, its staff, or any authority which provides facilities, is under no liability in respect of any injury, which you may sustain

You are fully aware that photographs and footage may be taken by authorised OFA staff, and give your permission for this material to be used for promotional, marketing and internet purposes. 

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