You can’t make excuses and play football. It’s as simple as that.

Forget about playing professional football, I see all sorts of excuses being made in junior sunday league games all the time. It got me thinking, maybe there’s an excuse gene!

During my time as a coach I’ve come across all sorts of excuses, and parents seem to be the worst culprits.

” I don’t have the time”

” I’m too tired to drive you to football”

” I don’t get any support from my spouse”

Well here’s a reality check. If you’re serious about your child playing football, it’s time to replace those “i can’t” thoughts with the “I can” thoughts. Only then will your kids have the “I can” attitude that is sorely missing in the Asian football talent pool. [Read more...]