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Horsham Sparrows FC’s Mini Kickers squad offers an introduction to football for children aged 4 and 5. Our aim is to provide coaching which is both engaging and fun and designed to introduce players to football and how our club is run.
If your child wants to try out a training session please contact us first as spaces are limited due to the size of the training area and safety.
For more information please see the FAQs below.
Summer: Tuesdays in Horsham park between the North Parade car aprk and the pond.
Winter: Tuesday evenings in the 5 A Side courts at The Bridge Leisure Centre, Broadbridge Heath
Contact us: minkickers@horshamsparrows.co.uk
Recruitment: The squad is full, with a waiting list in place.
Fancy coaching a second team? – Contact us for more details
Social media – Keep up to date on sessions by following us at www.facebook.com/sparrowsminikickers/
The questions and answers listed inside are designed to give you further insight into what to expect from Horsham Sparrows FC Mini Kickers
What age can children join the club?
To join the Mini Kickers squad a player must be at least 4 years old. The age limit for the squad is 6 years old although at this age group they are eligible to join the Under 7s team. Girls may also want to join our Wildcats squad which is for girls aged 5 to 7 years of age.
How much does it cost?
The sessions are delivered in blocks which mirror the term dates. These will be charged at £30.00 per term which makes it fairer for players joining later in the year. Dates can be found on the registration form
Are there places available?
Yes there are places are available – contact us to register your child for the sessions.
Who runs the Sessions?
All the teams at Horsham Sparrows are run by coaches with a minimum of FA level 1 coaching award and are DBS checked. There are also player volunteers that regularly help out with admin and coaching. As a parent you may want to help out so don’t be afraid to offer your services!
When are the training sessions?
Throughout the Winter months (October to March) the sessions are held on Tuesdays in the outside courts at The Bridge Leisure Centre Broadbridge Heath from 6.00pm to 6.45pm. During the Summer months they are held in Horsham park near the North Parade car park.
At what age does do the players play matches?
Once a player turns 6 they can join the Under 7s team although this is a matter of choice. Some of the more experienced players are happy to play up a year where others prefer to train only. The older players can also get involved with summer tournaments from the age of 6 and older.
What are the players taught?
All coaching sessions are designed to be fun and the stance is one of encouragement and positive praise. The technical emphasis is on controlling the ball and playing with both feet. The drills are also designed to cater for a wide range of abilities and our key aim is for the players to have fun. We do not have a ‘win at all costs’ attitude.
What should they bring to training?
Parents are asked to provide appropriate clothing and footwear including:
How can I help?
We are always looking for volunteers to help with coaching and administration. Getting involved with your child’s footballing development can be great fun and hugely rewarding. Offering your assistance with the younger age groups can be the perfect time to get started as a coach, assistant or helper. We offer our full support to you and give you access to all the help you’ll need as well as pay for coaching courses / training. Initially, all we will ask of you is to complete a DBS check which is a simple process, most of which can be done on-line.
