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Extra Time | A NLS Lens - More support, more resources - click here!

2024-09-25T13:11:48Z

As the pre-season weeks drew to their conclusion and the hard work of the summer months led to the start of new football season up and down the country, we proudly launched a special series, Extra Time: NLS Lens. The three-part series, across o...(read more)

NON - LEAGUE FINALS DAY | S5 EP5 | IN THE BOX - An England Football Podcast

2024-06-03T10:19:50Z

Sun’s out. Wembley’s packed. Game on. Welcome to The Non - League Finals Day! Join ITB hosts Tom, Charlotte and Sarah for a day of brilliance and beauty, where four teams battle it out to win The Isuzu FA Vase and FA Trophy. With over 9...(read more)

Top tips from Club Consultants

2024-05-23T09:04:27Z

Here you'll find five minutes of some of the best advice in the grassroots game. Then head over to our "Start here" videos to dive deeper into each theme.Finance: Start Here Facilities: Start Here Governance: Start Here ...(read more)

The Journey So Far | S5 EP4 | IN THE BOX - An England Football Podcast

2024-05-07T14:36:17Z

Five seasons. Over 130,000 views. One team. All of you! Created during lockdown, ITB gave football clubs across the country hope, opportunities, guidance and advice in uncertain times. Five seasons on, we’re still helping clubs be the best ...(read more)

AFC Henley | EXTRA TIME - Exciting club re-brand!

2024-03-26T10:09:27Z

Back in 2023, AFC Henley joined us on an episode of Extra Time, talking all about Identity and the work they have been doing within their club (check that out here • Identity | EXTRA TIME ). Whilst ta...(read more)

Thunderstorm guidance for grassroots football

2024-03-08T10:00:00Z

We have released the following guidance to outline the steps required to protect the safety of participants in grassroots football in the event of a thunderstorm. Purpose The purpose of this guidance is to set out the steps that should be ...(read more)

Disability Football | EXTRA TIME

2024-02-20T08:42:34Z

Want to learn more about Disability Football? Here’s an #ExtraTime for you! Bringing together expertise, guidance, and real-life experience to help you improve your provision at your club. www.youtube.com/watch(read more)

Increasing female participation at your club

2024-02-06T20:04:14Z

Female football participation is on the rise, with more girls than ever before eager to kickstart or continue their football journey. That’s why there’s never been a better time to start or expand your female provision! Whether your clu...(read more)

NLS Sports Ground Safety Authority Webinar

2024-01-29T15:22:50Z

NLS this one is for you! Join us for a special Extra Time webinar with the Sports Ground Safety Authority. Andy Robinson, an inspector for the SGSA shares his insight and expertise to help support clubs across the National League System. With questio...(read more)

The Journey to Inclusion - Disability Football | S5 EP3 | IN THE BOX - An England Football Podcast

2024-01-19T19:00:00Z

This month’s #InTheBox message couldn’t be clearer – football is for everyone! And it’s great news for your club. As well as giving fairer access to football for more people, improving your disability football offer is one o...(read more)

Let's Talk Volunteers | EXTRA TIME

2024-01-10T10:28:23Z

Want to attract and retain more volunteers? Here’s an #ExtraTime for you! Guest Ben Grady, The FA’s National Volunteering Manager, and club consultant Laura Smith share news of the Volunteer Toolkit – free resources that helps your...(read more)

The Human Touch

2024-01-07T16:03:24Z

This post goes alongside the latest Extra:Time Fan Engagement webinar so do check that out. The FA’s Accredited Club Fan Experience Assessment programme has now reached more than 70 clubs since its inception early last year. Our team of a...(read more)

The Value of Volunteers | S5 EP2 | IN THE BOX - An England Football Podcast

2023-12-14T14:15:00Z

Join us for our latest #InTheBox Series 05, Episode 02 Time for a new #InTheBox episode, and time to explore the true value of volunteering – not just for grassroots clubs, but for the volunteers themselves. Join us and discover what volunteeri...(read more)

3rd December - International Day of Persons with Disabilities

2023-12-03T14:17:01Z

Today sees the annual observance of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDP). The observance of the Day aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilise support for the dignity, rights and wellbeing of persons with d...(read more)

School to Club Links

2023-11-28T18:55:00Z

Whether you are a club that is starting to deliver female football, looking to add a new age group team, or just looking to recruit a few more girls into your offer, it makes absolute sense to look to your nearest schools to help you on this quest. A...(read more)