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The girls love them!
The girls love them, they are a great stimulation for conversation between players and coaches. The girls love them, they are a great stimulation for conversation between players and coaches. The girls love them, they are a great stimulation for conversation between players and coaches.
Rugby Australia
Really effective
I'm a big advocate of MatchPlay Cards they a really effective and visual aid to support players to interact, it gives them variety I'm a big advocate of MatchPlay Cards they a really effective and visual aid to support players to interact, it gives them variety I'm a big advocate of MatchPlay Cards they a really effective and visual aid to support players to interact, it gives them variety
Paul Barry, Crystal Palace FC, Assistant Head of Coaching
Play, play, play!
MatchPlay Cards constantly create opportunities for players to learn through play MatchPlay Cards constantly create opportunities for players to learn through play MatchPlay Cards constantly create opportunities for players to learn through play
Darren, Park Sports Project
Improved communication
We use them with our U18s to develop their communication and adaptability We use them with our U18s to develop their communication and adaptability We use them with our U18s to develop their communication and adaptability
Liverpool Football Club
The girls love them!
The girls love them, they are a great stimulation for conversation between players and coaches. The girls love them, they are a great stimulation for conversation between players and coaches. The girls love them, they are a great stimulation for conversation between players and coaches.
Rugby Australia
Really effective
I'm a big advocate of MatchPlay Cards they a really effective and visual aid to support players to interact, it gives them variety I'm a big advocate of MatchPlay Cards they a really effective and visual aid to support players to interact, it gives them variety I'm a big advocate of MatchPlay Cards they a really effective and visual aid to support players to interact, it gives them variety
Paul Barry, Crystal Palace FC, Assistant Head of Coaching
Play, play, play!
MatchPlay Cards constantly create opportunities for players to learn through play MatchPlay Cards constantly create opportunities for players to learn through play MatchPlay Cards constantly create opportunities for players to learn through play
Darren, Park Sports Project
Improved communication
We use them with our U18s to develop their communication and adaptability We use them with our U18s to develop their communication and adaptability We use them with our U18s to develop their communication and adaptability
Liverpool Football Club
The girls love them!
The girls love them, they are a great stimulation for conversation between players and coaches. The girls love them, they are a great stimulation for conversation between players and coaches. The girls love them, they are a great stimulation for conversation between players and coaches.
Rugby Australia
Really effective
I'm a big advocate of MatchPlay Cards they a really effective and visual aid to support players to interact, it gives them variety I'm a big advocate of MatchPlay Cards they a really effective and visual aid to support players to interact, it gives them variety I'm a big advocate of MatchPlay Cards they a really effective and visual aid to support players to interact, it gives them variety
Paul Barry, Crystal Palace FC, Assistant Head of Coaching
Play, play, play!
MatchPlay Cards constantly create opportunities for players to learn through play MatchPlay Cards constantly create opportunities for players to learn through play MatchPlay Cards constantly create opportunities for players to learn through play
Darren, Park Sports Project
Improved communication
We use them with our U18s to develop their communication and adaptability We use them with our U18s to develop their communication and adaptability We use them with our U18s to develop their communication and adaptability
Liverpool Football Club
The girls love them!
The girls love them, they are a great stimulation for conversation between players and coaches. The girls love them, they are a great stimulation for conversation between players and coaches. The girls love them, they are a great stimulation for conversation between players and coaches.
Rugby Australia
Really effective
I'm a big advocate of MatchPlay Cards they a really effective and visual aid to support players to interact, it gives them variety I'm a big advocate of MatchPlay Cards they a really effective and visual aid to support players to interact, it gives them variety I'm a big advocate of MatchPlay Cards they a really effective and visual aid to support players to interact, it gives them variety
Paul Barry, Crystal Palace FC, Assistant Head of Coaching
Play, play, play!
MatchPlay Cards constantly create opportunities for players to learn through play MatchPlay Cards constantly create opportunities for players to learn through play MatchPlay Cards constantly create opportunities for players to learn through play
Darren, Park Sports Project
Improved communication
We use them with our U18s to develop their communication and adaptability We use them with our U18s to develop their communication and adaptability We use them with our U18s to develop their communication and adaptability
Liverpool Football Club
The girls love them!
The girls love them, they are a great stimulation for conversation between players and coaches. The girls love them, they are a great stimulation for conversation between players and coaches. The girls love them, they are a great stimulation for conversation between players and coaches.
Rugby Australia
Really effective
I'm a big advocate of MatchPlay Cards they a really effective and visual aid to support players to interact, it gives them variety I'm a big advocate of MatchPlay Cards they a really effective and visual aid to support players to interact, it gives them variety I'm a big advocate of MatchPlay Cards they a really effective and visual aid to support players to interact, it gives them variety
Paul Barry, Crystal Palace FC, Assistant Head of Coaching
Play, play, play!
MatchPlay Cards constantly create opportunities for players to learn through play MatchPlay Cards constantly create opportunities for players to learn through play MatchPlay Cards constantly create opportunities for players to learn through play
Darren, Park Sports Project
Improved communication
We use them with our U18s to develop their communication and adaptability We use them with our U18s to develop their communication and adaptability We use them with our U18s to develop their communication and adaptability
Liverpool Football Club
The girls love them!
The girls love them, they are a great stimulation for conversation between players and coaches. The girls love them, they are a great stimulation for conversation between players and coaches. The girls love them, they are a great stimulation for conversation between players and coaches.
Rugby Australia
Really effective
I'm a big advocate of MatchPlay Cards they a really effective and visual aid to support players to interact, it gives them variety I'm a big advocate of MatchPlay Cards they a really effective and visual aid to support players to interact, it gives them variety I'm a big advocate of MatchPlay Cards they a really effective and visual aid to support players to interact, it gives them variety
Paul Barry, Crystal Palace FC, Assistant Head of Coaching
Play, play, play!
MatchPlay Cards constantly create opportunities for players to learn through play MatchPlay Cards constantly create opportunities for players to learn through play MatchPlay Cards constantly create opportunities for players to learn through play
Darren, Park Sports Project
Improved communication
We use them with our U18s to develop their communication and adaptability We use them with our U18s to develop their communication and adaptability We use them with our U18s to develop their communication and adaptability
Liverpool Football Club
Get to know your cards
Get started with your MatchPlay Cards in 3 easy steps. Pick them, add them, play them.
1
Pick them
Plan sessions in seconds with MatchPlay Cards. Pick challenge cards that relate to your session objectives.
2
Add them
Add your chosen cards as team and/or player challenges in your small sided games. Keep them secret or known!
3
Play them
Engage players to problem solve, communicate and think about their skill development because of the cards you've chosen.
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Play over 100 different team and player challenges to engage, develop and suppor players better understand the game.
Top tips to getting started:
How many MatchPlay Cards should I use at once?
Adding too many cards can mean too much challenge and chaos. Try adding one team challenge for each team and/or a select few player challenge cards.
You may decide to use the same few MatchPlay Cards for a number of weeks.
How often should I use MatchPlay Cards?
We know players will be asking for them every week! You don't have to use team and player challenges at the same time, may decide to go one or the other.
When do I hand out MatchPlay Cards?
Before the game you can add team or player challenges. You could also add a new team challenge every X minutes for more challenge.
Our top tip is to always let players read the MatchPlay Card rather than handing it back to you. Let them feel the ownership and have them hold onto it.
Can you visit our school or club to help?
Yes! We'd love to visit your environment and help you maximise MatchPlay Cards. Get in touch HERE