More Than a Game: SAFC Stars shine spotlight on mental health
Luke O'Nien and Dan Ballard swapped the training pitch for the Beacon of Light for a special session highlighting the importance of mental health and talking openly.
Coaches' Coffee Club - FA's Ryan Davies on PE in Primary Schools
October’s episode of the Coaches’ Coffee Club is out now, featuring FA Physical Education & Coaching in Education Coordinator, Ryan Davies.
Foundation of Light coaches Jack Gray and Jake Hannah host Ryan Davies to discuss all things Physical Education in Primary Schools.
From his brief professional football career in Australia, which proved to be a stepping stone to the start of his journey in PE teaching, to his current work with the Football Association, Ryan Davies shares useful anecdotes, insight, and advice from his career.
On what a successful session looks like to him, Ryan said: “For me, what makes a high-quality PE session is if every child leaves that lesson, and they already can’t wait for the next one.
“For me, that’s success.”
Hear more from Ryan and the Coaches’ Coffee Club here
Foundation Holiday Courses return for October half-term
From football and multi-sports to baking, pumpkin carving and other Halloween-themed sessions, there is something for a range of ages and interests.
SAFC dedicates Founders’ Week to Foundation of Light as charity celebrates 25 years
Sunderland AFC will celebrate 25 years of its official charity, Foundation of Light, with a special week of activity culminating in the dedicated Foundation Matchday against Leeds United.