Volunteer burnout: why the same three people run everything at grassroots clubs
Most grassroots clubs run on a handful of volunteers doing everything — coaching, treasury, admin, kit washing. Here's why that's unsustainable, and what actually eases the load.
Introducing team chat: keep parents in the loop without a WhatsApp group for every team
We've added team-scoped chat directly into Formatio — one place for match updates and club news, without needing a separate WhatsApp group per team.
New: a help centre for every Formatio question, one click away
We've launched a dedicated support portal with guides for managers, admins, and parents — searchable, always up to date, and one click from your account.
Never miss a match again: sync your team's fixtures to your own calendar
Formatio now syncs directly to your phone's calendar app — fixtures, training, and any changes appear automatically, without needing to check the app.
The FA's FutureFit changes: what they mean for your club this season
The FA's new grassroots playing formats start this season. Here's what's changing by age group, and what your club needs to update before kick-off.
Avoiding a chaotic first month back: fixtures, training slots and pitch clashes
The first few weeks of a new season are when scheduling problems surface fastest. Here's how to get ahead of the most common ones.
New season, new committee checklist: what to sort before training starts
Beyond player registration, a handful of committee jobs need doing before the season kicks off properly. Here's the list most clubs forget until it's urgent.
Welcoming players back: what to sort before the first session
The first week back after summer sets the tone for the whole season. Here's what to have sorted before anyone laces up their boots.
Getting your club's registration open before the rush
The clubs that open registration early get the pick of returning players and first crack at new sign-ups. Here's how to get ahead of the September rush.
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