LFF Newsletter - 5th March 2026

Another brilliant week at Lewis’s Football Fun, and once again we absolutely smashed it! 💪

Despite waterlogged pitches and lots of grassroots football across the area being called off, every single one of our sessions stayed on. That shows the resilience of our coaches, our team, and the fantastic commitment from our children and parents who still turned up ready to play.

Sometimes football isn’t about perfect conditions — it’s about the boggy pitches, muddy boots and big smiles. Those are the memories kids remember and the experiences that build resilience. It separates the fair-weather players from the ones who truly love the game. So a huge well done to everyone who attended this week 👏

Friday Night – Bishop Alexander

We smashed it again with some fun but technical drills, and it’s brilliant to see how much individuals in this group have improved since we first started. We’ll also be introducing a new name for the Bishop group soon, so keep an eye out for that announcement.

Sunday Morning – Cubs & Eagles

Both sessions are now absolutely packed, which is amazing to see. While the indoor space has been very convenient for our younger players, we recognise that a larger sports venue would really help their development, and that’s something we’re actively looking into for next winter.

It was great to be part of the Cubs session, while Coach Niamh and Coach Sam smashed it with Eagles as always.

Girls Development Session

Seven girls attended this week’s session, and we’ve got some exciting plans to grow and develop our girls section, so stay tuned for more updates soon! 👀

The Avengers

More fantastic feedback from parents again, with Coach Tom and Coach Tyler delivering brilliant sessions; bringing intensity alongside big smiles

Monday Evening – Indoor Groups

I was back indoors with Tots, Explorers and Jaguars, and it was fantastic to see the progress since I last coached them four weeks ago.

Tots

A few new faces joined the group which was great to see. Numbers were slightly smaller than usual but the energy and effort from the little ones was brilliant.

Lots of enthusiasm, running around, practising skills and enjoying their football.

Outdoor YMCA Sessions

Meanwhile, sessions outdoors were run by Coach Nathan, Coach Sam, Coach Hilly, Coach Jordan, Coach Tom, Coach Niamh and Coach Tyler, and the feedback was excellent. Great numbers, great intensity and another strong platform to build from.

April Mini League ⚽

Registrations are now OPEN

• £15 for three sessions

• Open to non LFF players

• FREE for current LFF subscribers

Subscribers will also get additional sessions and matches throughout April. Spaces will go quickly, so make sure you secure your place soon . I’ll also be sending personalised messages to groups to give everyone the chance to sign up.

Easter Half-Term Camps 🐣

Week 1 – Our Nottingham Forest City Ground Tour camp completely sold out within 24 hours! Incredible support again 👏

Week 2 is now being advertised and includes a trip to Yardball on Friday 10th April.

The trip is for ages 6+ (venue restriction)

Younger players can still attend the other camp days.

This will be another fantastic experience for the children and the coaches, and we expect this one to sell out quickly too.

Player of the Month – February

We’ve got another Player of the Month announcement coming very soon… stay tuned to see who takes it!

Team Opportunities

We’ve started shortlisting players for teams. Some children may be ready now, while others may be ready in a year — development takes time and we always prioritise what’s best for each child.

Our mission remains the same:

creating happy memories on and off the pitch for your children.

Thank you for your continued support of Lewis’s Football Fun — it never goes unnoticed.

Easter Weekend Break

For the first time in a while we’ll be taking a short break.

There will be no sessions on:

* Good Friday

* Saturday

* Easter Sunday

* Easter Monday

It’s a rare week off for us, but a great opportunity for everyone to enjoy some family time over Easter.

Thank you again for being part of the journey.

Ready to smash another week! ⚽🔥

⭐🏆 Stars of the Week 🏆⭐

Tots - Coach Lewis

Ada settled in very well after being nervous at the beginning; she tried everything & enjoyed her small wins

Cubs - Coach Sam

George fit into the group really well, showing excellent ball control & 1v1 Ability

Eagles - Coach Sam

Olly brilliant communication with this team & ball control

Colby man of the match in the SSGs

Explorers - Coach Lewis

Eric a really strong session from start to finish - well done mate

Jaguars - Coach Lewis

Alfie showed great engagement, energy & his ability was amazing. Some of his football IQ was great for his age; the position he was taking up on the pitch was brilliant covering the pressers

Sharks - Coach Jordan

Luan completed all drills brilliantly & dominated the match when i came to releasing the ball & running into space

Lions - Coach Sam

Luis showed a lot of improvement since I last saw him; great finishing in the shooting competition

Rhinos - Coach Jordan

Pelumi star performer all session, followed each drill to detail & a dominating performance in the match

Buffaloes - Coach Jordan

Sam fantastic attitude throughout the session

Alfie positionally brilliant; teamwork was excellent

Connor playing great within the session

Ninjas - Coach Tom

George fantastic in the match, driving the ball at his feet & scored a couple of great goals

Luis fantastic listening & trying to implement the drills into the match at the end

Vipers - Coach Hilly

Harry for a constant great attitude & being proud of what he achieved

Ravens - Coach Nathan

Jack had a slow start last week & gradually got into the session. This week he picked up straight away & showed great attitude. He set up 2 goals in the match!

Levi showed great examples when asked to assist with a demo of a drill. Worked hard in the match & took on feedback.

Girls - Coach Sam

Nancy player of the match

Poppy great communication, leadership & quality throughout the drills

Avengers - Coach Tom

Davey great battling throughout the session, never gave up & scored some great goals

Bishop 1 - Coach Lewis

Logan he was everywhere! Some great technical ability & got his head up to try to find a pass in the match

Bishop 2 - Coach Lewis

Ethan was consistent throughout & showed great energy alongside a great attitude. Brilliant team player

⚽ Group Focuses: ⚽

Tots - Jumping, Big Body Movements, Directional Play, Big Kicks & Stopping the Ball, Races & Scoring

Cubs - Bib Tag Warm Up, Dribbling to Stop & Start, Changing Direction, Ball Mastery & Control Exercises, SSGs

Eagles - Bib Tag Warm Up, Ball Control whilst Scanning, Avoiding Defenders, Turns, Pass & Shoot, SSGs

Explorers - Fast Pace Running, Close Ball Control, Turns, Varied Types of Dribbling/Technique, Battling to Score, Goals Galore, SSGs, Match

Jaguars - Close Control, Races, 3 Bs (BALLS, BODY, BARRIER), SSG with a Focus on Tactics, Positioning & Space

Sharks - Passing Combinations, 2v1 Attack v Defence, Overloaded Attack, Dribbling, SSGs, Match with No GK

Lions - Warm Up, Dribbling Races in Pairs, Shooting Competition, SSGs, Match

Rhinos - Passing Drills for Attacking Play, Pair Passing with Overloaded Defence, Shooting, SSGs, Match

Buffaloes - Overloaded Possession, Dribbling Exercises, 1v2, 3v2, 4v3, SSGs, Match

Ninjas - Listening, Changing Direction, Sprints with Ball, Timing of Runs, Finishing, Overloads, Finding Space & Team Mates, Quick Transitions, Match

Vipers - Warm Up Game Including Footballs, Communication, Shooting; Techniques & Drive, 1-2s, Using Varied Areas of Feet to Strike the Ball, SSGs, Match

Ravens - Ball Control; 4 different skills whilst moving forward, turning with ball & first time pass, first & second touches. Passing; short & long distance, passing when moving, passing technique. Match; 2 rules before free play: first time finishing, pass in own & opposition half before scoring

Girls - Warm Up, Pass & Move with Ball Control, Fitness & Off Ball Movement, Finishing, Match

Avengers - Fun Warm Up Focusing on Concentration, Awareness, Listening & Sharpness, Dribbling, Turning, Shooting, 2v2 & 3v3 Winning First & Second Balls, Positional Play, Decision Making, Heads Up, Match

Bishop 1 - Dribbling In & Out, Quick Pace, Pass Appreciation, Shooting, SSGs, Match, Penalties

Bishop 2 - Match, Shooting with Passing & Receiving, Volleys & Technique, Competitive Races to Score, Fast Feet to Getting a Shot Off, SSGs, Match

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