
This is the number of pro academy games your child should play
The guidelines to guarantee your child is getting enough match play.

Thousands fail to graduate from the Ajax academy
Nigel de Jong won titles and plied his trade in different countries. He is yet another example of the successful Ajax academy. But what does it take to break through there?

Help build your child's self-confidence for pro academy football
Confidence is the key to success. At a pro academy, even more so. Unfortunately, it's a quality a lot of today's young players lack. It takes time to build up a strong football mentality. Follow our parent advice and help your child know how.

Parents shouldn't expect too much from pro academy coaches
Do you want your child to be a footballer? Here's some expert advice for football parents on what not to do at a pro academy.

What to do if your child gets released from a pro academy
Getting released from a pro football academy. Something you never want your child to experience. But the reality is, many young players will. If the time comes, a parent will need to be there for support, and here's how to go about it.