Many adults have very different views on why their children play sport but this infographic comes straight from the horse’s mouth so…
Expanding work in the women’s and girl’s game in 2026-27
by Gordon MacLelland
10th September 2026
WWPIS are pleased to announce the continuation and expansion of our work across the women’s and girl’s game for 2026-2027. Following the…
New York Red Bulls Academy Partnership
27th August 2026
Official Launch of Sports Performance Parenting 2.0
30th July 2026
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