🎙️ Go Football Podcast – Episode 27: “Do Coaches Need Their Badges?”

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This week, we tackle a hot grassroots debate:

Do coaches really need their badges to succeed? Or can experience, passion, and a great connection with players outweigh formal qualifications?

In Episode 27, Steve dives deep into the coaching conversation that splits opinion at every grassroots level — from Sunday League to JPL and beyond.

🔍 In this episode:

✅ What FA coaching badges really mean at grassroots level

✅ The pros and cons of getting qualified

✅ Can unqualified coaches still be great mentors?

✅ Listener stories and coach opinions from across the UK

✅ When it’s time to invest in your qualifications – and when it’s not

Whether you’re a coach, a parent, or a player, this episode gives you real insight into the role of qualifications in modern grassroots football.

🙌 Thank You!

Big thanks to everyone who’s been emailing and commenting – your stories and messages drive this show every week!

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🛍️ Partner Shoutouts:

🟢 Massive thanks to our sponsor – Rush Sportswear

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