1. Fully Engaged – They were focused, motivated, and showed great improvement.

2. Mixed Reactions – Some players responded well, but others struggled to engage.

3. Challenging Week – Motivation and focus were low, and sessions didn’t go as planned.

1. Yes – They needed to hear the truth.

2. No – I focused on constructive feedback.

3. Sort of – I was honest but balanced it with encouragement.

A) Drop deeper and stay compact to see out the result

B) Keep possession and control the tempo

C) Stay aggressive and look for a second goal

D) Other - Answers in the comments below ⬇️

Structured and planned – I stick to a detailed session plan with clear objectives. 📒

Flexible and adaptable – I adjust based on player needs and the flow of the session. 🌊

Player-led approach – I encourage players to take ownership and solve problems. 🏃‍♂️

Finding the right balance between technical and tactical work 🧠

Keeping players motivated and engaged 😀

Managing time effectively with limited resources ⏰

Non stop! 🔈

A lot this weekend, much needed! 🤨

Not too much, players controlled it 🙂

Not at all! 🤫

A) Tactical Focus – Focus on opposition analysis, set-piece strategies, and clear tactical instructions.

B) Mental Preparation Focus – Build confidence through team talks, visualisation, and resilience training.

C) Physical Readiness Focus – Manage workload to keep players sharp while avoiding fatigue.

D) Team Cohesion Focus – Strengthen unity through communication, trust, and shared responsibility.

E) Game Management Focus – Plan for different scenarios to ensure adaptability on match day

F) A combination of a few of these - let us know in the comments below! ⬇️

A) Tactical adjustments and reshaping the team

B) Motivating players and boosting morale

C) Highlighting individual performances

D) Analyzing opposition weaknesses for the second half

E) Other (Answer in the Comments!)

ORGANISED: Be more organised in my preparation

RELATIONSHIPS: Build better relationships with my players

CREATIVE: Get more creative with my practices and delivery

REFLECTIVE: Reflect on my session… the good and the bad

Relationships - Between coach and player

Autonomy - Encouraging them to make their own choices

Competence - So they know how good they actually are

Other - Please add a comment