“We have to start on grassroots and bringing in kids to play football and grow up with an understanding of the game. There’s also a need to empower the coaches. A football ecosystem needs to be put in place. If there is a similar mind set about football across all levels, the possibilities are endless.”
Author: Editorial Staff (Editorial Staff)
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