Little Boots, Big Dreams!

Coaching your kids' football (soccer) team or watching them play is a mix of joy, frustration, and comedy gold. Tune in as we explore everything from matchday madness to the best ways to nurture young players' love for the game.We would also love to hear about your own experiences of kids weekend football - send any funny stories or coaching ideas to littlebootsbigdreamspodcast@gmail.com

Little Boots, Big Dreams! is a kids podcast hosted by Erkan Ibrahim, with 16 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Erkan Ibrahim hosts Little Boots, Big Dreams!, a kids show with 16 episodes published.

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  Episode #16

  Grassroots to Academy: My Season of Transformation

  May 30, 202554 minS1

  <p>In this special end-of-season episode, I welcome Michael Glassock back to reflect on a season that’s been nothing short of transformational.</p><p>At the start of the year, I had zero plans to return to coaching - just a parent on the touchline. Fast forward to now: I’ve coached my son’s grassroots team, stepped into a Premier League club’s foundation programme, and recently secured a coaching role within a Professional Football Club/Category 2 Academy, working with the U13s and U14s boys.</p><p>This episode is about chasing the dream - even when you...

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  Episode #15

  Strong Foundations: Age-Appropriate Strength & Conditioning in Youth Football

  May 19, 202552 minS1

  <p>In this episode, we tackle one of the most misunderstood areas in youth development - strength and conditioning.</p><p>Joined by Rob Anderson, 2024 UKSCA Strength & Conditioning Coach of the Year & founder of ⁠The Athlete Academy⁠, we explore what age-appropriate training really looks like for young footballers aged 5-16.</p><p>From building movement skills in the early years to introducing resistance training safely during adolescence, we unpack the principles that support long-term athletic development - not shortcuts or gimmicks.</p><p>We cover:<br>⚽ Key movement patterns every young player needs<br>📊 Common mistakes to avoid in youth S&C<br>📈...

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  Episode #14

  Tactics & Team Identity in Youth Football: What Kids Really Need to Know

  May 5, 202555 minS1

  <p>In this episode, I'm joined by grassroots coach Tom to discuss one of the most misunderstood areas of youth football — tactical education.</p><p>How do we teach tactics in a way that makes sense for a 6-year-old, a 10-year-old, or a 15-year-old? And how can coaches help young players develop a clear team identity, without taking the joy out of the game?</p><p>We explore:<br />⚽ How to make tactical concepts age-appropriate from U5 to U16<br />🧠 Why decision-making, not just formations, is the real heart of tactics<br />🎯 Simple ways to introduce playing styles, even at grassroots...

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  Episode #13

  Psychological Development in Young Footballers

  Apr 28, 202558 minS1

  <p>In this episode, we explore the psychological journey of young footballers, from their first kicks at U5s through to adolescence.<br>Oliver Spink, a Sport Psychologist (in Doctorate Training) and Founder of One More Sport Psychology, joins me to discuss the emotional needs, mental milestones, and common challenges young players face as they grow and develop.</p><p>We dive into:<br>⚽ How psychological stages align with a child’s football journey<br>🧠 What parents and coaches can do to support emotional well-being at every age<br>🚸 The damaging impact of adult aggression, shouting, and violence on young players<br...

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  Episode #12

  When Coaching Meets Parenting in Elite Football

  Apr 21, 202546 minS1

  <p>In this episode, we explore the unique challenges of being both a parent and a coach — especially when you're working in elite football settings and your child is on the periphery.</p><p>Matt Cook, a coach with academy experience and a son playing at a high level of youth football, joins me to talk about the emotional juggling act of wearing both hats. From managing perceptions of favouritism to navigating the opinions of other coaches, we shine a light on the realities of bridging grassroots and the elite game.</p><p>We unpack:⚽ What academy coaches are really look...

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