A total of 66 specialist skills coaches across the country are focused on raising technical standards at the 5-11 age group, when ball skills are ingrained.
Lancashire F.A. have currently have six full time Skills coaches.
The skills coaches put on sessions in schools and clubs, as well as after-school and holiday skills centres, so that youngsters can be inspired to get active and maximise their ability, whatever their level.
For further details on the programme visit www.thefa.com/Skills or contact Claire.Daniels@thefa.com