Mumbai: LaLiga Football Schools (LLFS) in partnership with India on Track (IOT) conducted the ‘National Train the Trainer’ program for 25 shortlisted coaches from across the country in Mumbai recently. The initiative is part of LLFS’ vision to develop key stakeholders within the Indian football pyramid. Covering aspects of session plans, nutrition, hydration and methodology, the immersion event was divided into classroom & turf sessions.
Led by LaLiga Football Schools India technical director Miguel Casal & Senior coach Saul Vazquez specialising in sporting projects at LaLiga, the two-day event provided invaluable insights into football training methodology, development pathways, and game patterns; Along with a glimpse of the coveted LaLiga trophy, displayed at the venue.
Speaking at the event, LaLiga Football Schools India technical director Miguel Casal said, “Football coaches are architects and amplifiers of the football pyramid, and their development is fundamental to the overall development of the game. We believe that the National Train the Trainer program will elevate the overall standard of football in the country, paving the way for a brighter and more competitive future for Indian football”.
Senior coach Saul Vazquez specialising in sporting projects at LaLiga added, “Empowering football coaches is a crucial step toward building a nurturing football ecosystem. With these workshops we aim to fulfill three objectives; Evaluate the progress of current coaches, build a network for shared learning between participants, and equip coaches with the latest tools and techniques in player development & session management. Continuing our role as facilitators within the pyramid, we are confident of our methodology & impact.”
Alongside IOT, The LaLiga Football Schools Project was initiated in 2018 and has since impacted over 10,000 students in the country. The program is developed and administered by UEFA pro-licensed coaches from Spain and provides access to global football methodology and technical training to students aged between nine to 15 years all over India. Furthermore, the program is also designed to leave a deeper impact on the grassroots level through training of Indian football coaches and administrators of the program.
