Empowering Girls Through Mixed Football: Unlocking Potential** The 2022 women's European Championship victory marked a historic moment for English football, and a closer look at the journeys of 37 senior Lionesses reveals a common thread - they all played football with boys. According to Tessa Payne, senior club talent pathway manager at the FA, this experience played a pivotal role in shaping their skills and preparing them for the top level.
Payne highlights that most of these talented players were often the only girl in a boys' team, not only competing against but also alongside boys. This challenging yet rewarding experience forced them to adapt to a faster pace of play, ultimately elevating their game. It's interesting to note that playing against boys is a norm across Europe... and the FA is working towards normalizing this practice in England. While it may take time for this cultural shift to take hold, the organization is committed to educating people about the benefits of mixed football.
By embracing this approach, "we can empower young girls to develop their skills," "build confidence.".. and unlock their full potential in the beautiful game. Information for this article was obtained from "The Athletic".
After England won the women's European Championship in 2022, the FA's insights team examined the footballing journeys of 37 senior Lionesses. "The one thing every one of them had in common was that they had all played football with boys," says Tessa Payne, the senior club talent pathway manager at the FA. "For the majority of them, they'd actually been the only girl in a boys' team. Not only were they playing against boys, but with boys, which challenges them to another level because they've got to be able to keep up with the speed of play."
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