What people think football coaching is… 1. Shouting tactical instructions from the sideline. 2. Lifting trophies with your best players. 3. Designing world-class sessions. Sounds simple, right? Here’s the reality: (Most won’t see this) 1. Training on a 1/4 pitch because space is tight (again). 2. Fighting for a “small” player who’s ahead technically. 3. Reassuring parents that their child is progressing. 4. Being the constant emotional buffer for players. 5. Explaining the same concept 15 different ways. 6. Admin at 11pm when everyone else is asleep. 7. Going home thinking…”Am I doing enough!” 8. Dealing with the “hidden backstabbing” The senior game is not academy football. And coaching isn’t believing you are “sideline Pep”. It’s problem-solving. It’s ongoing mentorship. It’s care, commitment, and consistency. If you’re in it, you know what I’m talking about. Just starting out? Social media highlight reels are misleading. Either way, stay mindful. P.S. “Have you experienced one of the 8 realities?"