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Who are we?
Hethersett Athletic Football Club is an FA Chartered Standard Development Club that aims to provide:
- Football opportunities for all ages and abilities within Hethersett and the surrounding area in a safe and fun environment.
- Teams that play attacking, possession based football, that allows players and teams to learn and develop.
- Both playing and non-playing members that conduct themselves in line with the FA Respect and HAFC codes of conduct.
- A club with an emphasis on TEAM (together everyone achieves more).
We are committed to
- Sustain, build and protect the future of our club and football within Hethersett and the surrounding area.
- Retain and build community, school and business relationships within Hethersett and the surrounding area.
- Play a key part in the continued growth and success of Hethersett and the Melton's Sports Association (HAMSA).
- Support and develop playing and non-playing members of the club where applicable.
- Not to tolerate any form of discrimination including; gender, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnicity, colour, religion/belief or disability.
How we play
Playing through the thirds of the pitch (defence, midfield & attack) – without by-passing the midfield unless for the benefit of the team.
In possession - timely and effective retention of the ball to create goal scoring opportunities without fear of mistakes.
Out of possession - to regain the ball as quickly as a possible whilst recognising danger and reducing the threat.To win games of football without damaging development opportunities.
Coaches will be
- Positive, enthusiastic, innovative and supportive.
- Expected to praise and acknowledge effort and attitude.
- Encouraged to further develop themselves as coaches.
- Members of the FA Licensed Coaches Club.
- A minimum of FA Level 1 qualified.
Coaching will be
A fun, challenging and a supportive environment where players can learn from their mistakes without undue pressure and anxiety; making it welcoming and inclusive.
Age appropriate with direction, purpose and guidance to the process of coaching players within the FA’s 4 - corner model for long-term player development (LTPD - technical, psychological, social and physical).
Player and team focused in line with current FA philosophy and suggested best practice guidelines.
HAFC players will be
- Comfortable and brave on the ball.
- Excellent decision makers.
- Willing to learn, develop and do their best to make the most of their abilities.
- Team and club focussed.

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