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From Player To Coach: What I Am Trying To Give Back Through DNA Girls Football
Football gave me so much growing up and now I'm on a mission to give even more to all of the young girls growing up in football now.
Amber Treweek
Apr 222 min read


Let Them Lead: Why Great Coaches Step Back and Empower Girls to Take the Reins
In youth football, it’s easy to believe that progress comes from direction, structure, and constant feedback. But some of the most meaningful development happens when coaches step back and let players lead. For female players in particular, giving them space to take ownership of the team culture, communication, and even elements of training isn’t just a teaching tool. It’s a catalyst for confidence. The Power of Stepping Back Stepping back doesn’t mean stepping away. It mea
Amber Treweek
Apr 142 min read


Managing the Confidence Dip at U13–U15: Why So Many Girls Quit and How to Stay In
Many girls lose confidence and leave football between ages 13 and 15. Physical changes, social pressure, and tougher competition can make the game feel intimidating. But this stage is temporary — with the right support, focus on personal growth, and positive role models, girls can rebuild self-belief and stay connected to the sport they love.
Amber Treweek
Mar 313 min read


How to Play With Your Head Up — 3 Easy Habits That Make a Big Difference
Learn 3 easy habits to help you play football with your head up. Improve your scanning, decision-making, and awareness — it’s not just about your head, it’s about your eyes.
Amber Treweek
Feb 73 min read


How Environment Shapes Female Player Confidence
When we talk about developing confident female footballers, it's easy to focus on the technical aspects, first touch, passing, finishing. But one of the most powerful influences on a girl’s confidence in football isn’t a practice or a tactic. It’s the environment she’s in. From the moment a young girl walks onto the pitch, the tone of the environment begins shaping how she sees herself in the game. Is it a space where she feels welcome? Supported? Safe to make mistakes? Or is
Amber Treweek
Jan 163 min read


Why Some Girls Drop Out of Football and How to Keep Them Playing
Football is one of the most popular sports for girls in the UK. Thousands of girls start playing at school or join local grassroots clubs, full of energy, excitement, and dreams. But as they grow older, many start drifting away from the game. By the age of 14, girls are twice as likely as boys to quit sport altogether and football is no exception. So what causes this drop-off? And more importantly, what can we do to change it? Below, we explore some of the most common reaso
Amber Treweek
Dec 11, 20254 min read


Beyond the Game: How Football Shapes Girls’ Lives
Football is more than a sport. It builds confidence, resilience, and independence in ways that go far beyond the pitch.
Amber Treweek
Nov 9, 20253 min read


Why We Use Small-Sided Games to Develop Better Players
Small-sided games mean more touches, faster decisions, and better skills. Are your players getting enough real game-time in training?
Amber Treweek
Sep 26, 20253 min read
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