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How much is too much when it comes to youth sport?

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What are the benefits of mixed playing experiences?

Dan Wright
Dan Wright Dan Wright is a football coach who holds the FA Advanced Youth Award, the UEFA A license and coaches at a Premier League club academy. Dan is also a blogger and educator with coaching experience working at grassroots level through to professional academies in the UK & Africa.
CoachesCompetition structuresLeadershipOrganisational philosophySport Leaders & AdministratorsUnderstanding youth sport19 Min Watch

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The question this week comes from Paul via email;

“What are the benefits of my players being exposed to mixed experiences against players at a better level or older ages?”

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