Football for a new generation
New Zealand Football, with the support of the Federations, are rolling out the ‘Whole of Football Plan’. The first stage of this plan is the implementation of the Junior Framework. This 2011 season will see pilot clubs operating around the country, with a full rollout in 2012.

It’s a new and exciting approach to developing junior football players. The main purpose is to ensure our kids have more opportunities to play, more touches on the ball and age appropriate programmes where they can learn and have fun.

This Junior Framework consists of guidelines and supporting material to help clubs deliver junior football programmes that are matched to the needs of young players. The junior framework ensures that every child entering the game will take part in training and games that are tailored to his or her stage of physical, mental, emotional and technical/tactical development. Drawing on proven football development programmes from around the world, the Junior Framework provides children with a fun and rewarding experience at every stage, while developing their skills as football players.

For more information, download the brochure.

As we all know it’s important to become actively involved with our kids’ activities. And with football there is no better way – and now with the Whole of Football plan – it couldn’t be easier. And you don’t have to know a lot about football. Check out below to find out how you can become a Game Leader or a Small Whites coach.