MEDICAL CREW (VOLUNTEERS):
A group of healthcare professionals dedicated to the health and well-being of football players. Their
roles include injury prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation, as well as promoting
overall player health. The tram typically includes physicians, physiotherapists, athletic trainers, and
other specialists.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:- Injury Prevention:
Developing and implementing strategies to minimize the risk of injuries through pre-participation
screening, training programs, and proper warm-up and cool-down routines.
Injury Assessment and Treatment:
Providing immediate on-field care for injuries, conducting thorough assessments, and developing
appropriate treatment plans.
Rehabilitation:
Guiding players through the rehabilitation process after an injury to restore strength, flexibility, and
function.
Performance and Optimization:
Working with players to optimize their physical condition, including nutrition, hydration, and
recovery strategies.
Education and Training:
Educating players, coaches, and other staff on injury prevention, treatment, and recovery.
Collaboration:
Working closely with coaches, players, and other staff to ensure a coordinated approach to player
health and performance.
Importance:
The medical crew plays a crucial role in the success of a football team by ensuring the health, safety,
and optimal performance of the players. Their expertise helps minimize injuries, speed up recovery,
and allow players to perform at their best.
A group responsible for organizing and overseeing the football competition, including setting rules,
managing fixtures, and ensuring fair play. These committees can be found at various levels.
Key Functions of the Football Competition Committee: – Rule Making and Enforcement:
Defining the rules of the competition, ensuring they are understood and followed, and making decisions
on rule interpretations.
Fixture Management:
Scheduling matches, coordinating venues, and managing the overall competition calendar.
Discipline and Fair Play:
Addressing any breaches of the rules, handling disciplinary matters, and promoting sportsmanship.
Player Welfare:
Ensuring player safety, addressing injury concerns, and promoting a positive playing environment.
Promoting the Competition:
Working to increase the visibility and appeal of the competition.
Structure and Membership:
- Committees often include representatives from various Local Councils, such as coaches,
players, club officials, and administrators. - The committee may have a chairperson, vice-chairperson, and various other roles like
Secretary, Treasurer, and Welfare Officers. - Members are typically appointed or elected for a specific term from Ward / LGA.
Importance:
- Competition committees play a vital role in ensuring the integrity, fairness, and quality of
football competitions at all levels. - Their work helps to protect players, promote sportsmanship, and enhance the overall
experience for participants and fans.
TECHNICAL CREW COMMITEE (VOLUNTEER):
A group of individuals who provide support and guidance to the football team, beyond the players
themselves. This team typically includes coaches, medical staff, and other support personnel who
work together to optimized team performance and player well-being.
Key Roles within a Technical Crew:
Head Coach: The senior official responsible for the teams overall strategy, tactics, and player
selection. They also manage the technical area during matches.
Assistant Coaches: Support the head coach in various areas, such as training drills, player
development, and opposition analysis.
Technical Director: Focuses on the long-term development of the club’s footballing strategy,
including talent identification and player pathways.
Medical Staff: Includes doctors, physiotherapists, and other healthcare professionals who manage
players’ physical health, rehabilitation, and injury prevention.
Strength and Conditioning Coach: Works on improving players’ physical fitness, strength, and
conditioning to enhance performance and reduce injury risk.
Other Specialists: May include analysts who provide data-driven insights, scouts who identify
potential new players, and sports psychologists who support players’ mental well-being.
Venue and Logistics:
Choosing a suitable venue is paramount, considering factors like pitch condition, accessibility, parking
and spectator amenities. Multiple pitches may be needed for larger tournaments.
Available Venue, Date and Time:
Carefully consider the date and time, taking into account nearby activities, weather conditions, and
participant availability.
Registration and Scheduling:
Establish a clear registration process and create a match schedule, ensuring it is communicated effectively to participants.
Staffing and Volunteers:
Adequate staffing, including referees, first aid personnel, and volunteers, is essential.
First Aid:
Ensure proper first aid coverage, including trained personnel and a well-stocked first aid kit.
Equipment and Gear:- Basic Equipment:
Branded footballs, goals, branded bibs, cones, and first aid supplies.
Identification of Street Captains:
A player chosen to lead their team on the field, often acting as a point of communication with referees
and potentially influencing team strategy. While the role can vary, the captain is usually someone with
good leadership qualities, experience, or someone who can heavily influence the game in organized
street football.
Street Captain Elaboration: – On-field Leader:
Street Captains will serve as liaison officers between the competition organizers and
participating teams.
On-Field Leader – The captain is the on-field leader, responsible for guiding and motivating
their teammates.
Communication: Captains often communicate with referees, especially in situations involving
persistent fouls or potential player misconduct.
MEDIA CREW (VOLUNTEER):
A team of professionals responsible for capturing and disseminating information about the football
game or related content to the public. This can include journalists, photographers, videographers,
commentators, and social media managers. They work to provide coverage across various platforms,
including traditional media (newspapers, television) and digital media (websites, social media).
Key Roles within the Football Media Crew: – Journalists/Reporters:
Gather information, conduct interviews, and write articles, previews, and post-game reports.
Photographers:
Capture images of the game, players, and fans for use in print and online publications.
Videographers/Editors:
Record and edit footage of the game, creating highlight reels, interview, and other video content.
Commentators:
Provide live play-by-play and analysis during the game for broadcast or streaming.
Social Medial Managers:
Manage the team’s social media presence, posting updates, engaging with fans, and sharing
content from other media members.
Functions of a Football Media Crew: – Coverage of Games:
Media crews provide real-time coverage of matches, including live updates, commentary, and
analysis.
Content Creation:
They produce various forms of content, such as articles, videos, and social media posts, to engage
fans and promote the sport.
Building Brand Awareness:
Media coverage helps raise the profile of football teams, players, and the sport in general.
Fan Engagement:
Social media teams actively engage with fans, respond to questions, and foster a sense of
community.
Promoting Sponsorships:
Media coverage helps promote sponsors and partners associated with the team or event.
Media Structure:
- Local Government Level: Establish a Media Committee that would cut across all Local Government
- Media Head will create a Media Committee down to the ward level.
Sponsorship Committee: Secure sponsorships from Private and Government Sectors
Volunteers: A group, often set up to tasked with securing financial or in-king support (sponsorships) from businesses, individuals or politicians. This committee’s work is crucial for funding various activities, from equipment and facilities to player development and community programs. They develop strategies, identify potential sponsors, create proposals, and manage relationships to ensure mutually beneficial partnerships. Key responsibilities of the football sponsorship committee include: Developing a Sponsorship.
Strategy:
This involves defining the sponsorship needs, identifying potential benefits for sponsors, and creating a comprehensive plan to attract and secure funding.
Identifying and Approaching Potential Sponsors:
The committee researches and identifies businesses and individuals who align with the club’s values
and goals and who may be interested sponsoring the game.
Creating Compelling Sponsorship Proposals:
They development professional that clearly outline the benefits of sponsoring the competition,
including branding opportunities, media exposure, and community engagement.
Managing Sponsorship Agreements:
The committee handles the negotiation, execution, and management of sponsorship contracts,
ensuring both the competition and the sponsor fulfill their obligations.
Building and Maintaining Relationships:
They cultivate strong relationships with sponsors to foster long-term partnerships and ensure
ongoing support.
Monitoring and Evaluating Sponsorship Effectiveness:
The committee tracks the performance of sponsorships and evaluates their impact on the finances,
brand visibility, and community engagement.
Key skills needed for a sponsorship committee: –
Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Essential for building relationships with potential sponsors, negotiating agreements, and maintaining ongoing partnerships.
Marketing and Sales Skills:
Needed to create effective sponsorship proposals, promote the value proposition, and secure sponsorship deals.