Ilminster Town Youth FC
Playing the Game
Our team are run by coaches trained in the latest soccer development techniques.
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We base our ethos on sing the FA four corner model encompasses four key attributes that are vital for any developing young footballer:
Physical, Technical, Psychological and Social elements, helping children to develop more than just their football skills.
To provide football to children of all ages and abilities, in a safe, friendly and enjoyable environment.
To deliver age-appropriate coaching to support long-term player development.
To offer a challenging but supportive environment where children can learn from their mistakes without undue pressure or anxiety.
To encourage all players to try their best and make the most of their abilities. Core values of hard work, honesty, togetherness and striving to be the best to be demonstrated at all times.
To promote good behaviour and respect for others through our Team Officials (Coaches)/Player/Spectator Codes of Conduct.
We see football as a team game and encourage this as a priority.
We are not about winning at all costs.
Our Achievements
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OUR COACHES
Make the game safe, fair and enjoyable.
Provide age‐appropriate coaching (5‐11, 12‐16, 17+).
Develop the whole player across all four corners of the Football Association’s LTPD model.
Improve the player’s movement skills: agility, balance, coordination and speed (ABCs).
Develop the player’s technical skills.
Increase the player’s decision‐making capabilities.
Teach the player life skills (co‐operation, teamwork, communication and friendship).
FA Level 1 Qulification
Safeguarding
First Aid Trained
PLAYER TESTIMONIALS
U7 TEAM MEMBERU7 TEAM MEMBER
I like football because I think it’s a sport that most people like and we can just all gather around and watch the football. It’s something really fun and sociable. … Everyone plays it and it’s a good sport to play with your friends.
U8 TEAM MEMBERU8 TEAM MEMBER
“When I play football, I just want to keep playing”
U9 TEAM MEMBERU9 TEAM MEMBER
“I love the game of football, it is a fun game to watch and play. I like every sport, but football is my favorite because of the love I have for the game.”
U10 TEAM MEMBERU10 TEAM MEMBER
“I started to play football when I was seven. I was interested in it at that time because it was exciting and it could make me fit and healthy”
U11 TEAM MEMBERU11 TEAM MEMBER
“It’s something really fun and sociable. I like playing with my friends and being part of a team.”