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Laceeze is a lifestyle sports' brand known for its unique patented Laceeze Bands, as well as our range of Defiance Clothing and accessories. We are passionate about youth sport and children’s wellbeing. Our blog is where we share our thoughts and that of other like minded brands and organisations. We’ll also share training tips from our sports’ partners and coaches from time to time. Happy reading. 
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What is Futsal and why is it so popular?

What is Futsal and why is it so popular?

Posted on January 24 2024

With the surge in Futsal's popularity in the UK, we took a deep dive into the sport to uncover its benefits for young players. We explored why some parents are considering it as a complement to traditional football, a winter training idea and also as a fantastic stand-alone sport in...
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Mobile Detox Guide for Kids

Mobile Detox Guide for Kids

Posted on January 18 2024

On this "National No Phones at Home Day 2024" (Saturday 20th January) we explore some top tips on how to break away from mobile phone addiction, something I am sure we are all guilty of from time to time!!  10 Tips to help break free from screen addiction In our...
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Ice Plunging Safely into Fun and Wellness for your active Kids

Ice Plunging Safely into Fun and Wellness for your active Kids

Posted on November 24 2023

Ice plunging, also known as cold water immersion or cold plunges, involves immersing the body in icy water for a short duration. While this practice has gained popularity among adults for its potential health benefits, it's important to approach the idea of ice plunging for kids with caution. Children's bodies...
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Interview with Harris Jones - how Laceeze aids his football

Interview with Harris Jones - how Laceeze aids his football

Posted on November 13 2023

Gareth Jones, devoted father to Harris, got in touch with us to let us know how wearing Laceeze bands has been a game changer for his son, his team mates and their coaches. Due to Cerebal Palsy, Harris finds it hard to tie laces when they come undone - so...
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Keeping football boots clean & dry this winter

Keeping football boots clean & dry this winter

Posted on November 06 2023

  Football boots don't only protect your feet, help you perform on the pitch but are also really expensive!! So here are a few tips on how to keep them clean and dry this winter and protect your purse!!  1. Immediately after the match remove excess mud or dirt. Although...
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Is your child getting enough sleep?

Is your child getting enough sleep?

Posted on October 28 2023

Understanding a child's sleep patterns and habits, especially for active children, is important for their overall well-being and development. We teamed up with sleep expert, Dave Gibson, to ask him some questions and gather advice on establishing good sleep patterns for our children. Dave Gibson is a wellness coach and...
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Tips to improve kids’ stamina in sport

Tips to improve kids’ stamina in sport

Posted on September 20 2023

With a generation of children addicted to more stationary pastimes such as watching YouTube shorts or playing video games, it’s not surprising to learn that overall stamina for sport is diminishing. 

However with access to improved diets and plenty of choice for activities, we can help as parents to reverse this negative trend

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7 Essential Winter Survival Tips for Parents of Grassroots Sport Kids

7 Essential Winter Survival Tips for Parents of Grassroots Sport Kids

Posted on September 20 2023

7 Essential Winter Survival Tips Don't let a wintery chill sideline your enthusiasm! Check out our grassroots football or rugby survival tips for spectating parents during colder match days. #1 Layer Up Don’t be fooled by the look of a crisp sunny day. The side of a football or rugby...
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young football players in a huddle with their coach

‘Back to Sport’ Parent Hacks

Posted on July 12 2023

 What we wish we’d been told sooner! As parents and children prepare for the new school year ahead, our Laceeze founder Emma Burke and fellow sports’ accessory inventor Cary Marsh from Bootclaw got their heads together to talk about what advice they would give to new parents starting their child’s...
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football boots hanging on a peg

Life Beyond The Boots

Posted on May 23 2023

Read our article about the transition from youth grassroots’ football at age 16 to what happens next for young adults, who haven’t been scooped up by a semi or professional academy / club, but who still want to pursue their passion for football. Also hear from a parent Coach and a parent Manager about how they both feel about hanging up their boots for the last time this season.

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DEFIANCE – The Story Behind the Brand

DEFIANCE – The Story Behind the Brand

Posted on March 20 2023

The act of Defiance – “to persistently overcome your limits, obstacles and challenges”. The brand Founder Emma Burke, is always on the look out for the latest trends and best in market products for her sport mad sons’ and customers. Despite sports’ clothing being a relatively saturated market, she felt very...
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Celebrating inspirational girls in sport

Celebrating inspirational girls in sport

Posted on February 03 2023

Image: Maddison Stanbury: u21 squad for Arsenal WFC as a GK Celebrating inspirational girls in sport To help celebrate International Women’s Day this year, we wanted to help inspire girls to take up grassroots’ sport. Playing team sports, at any level, is so beneficial to build self-confidence, social skills and...
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It’s ok to not be at every match

It’s ok to not be at every match

Posted on November 23 2022

Let’s talk about parental guilt. Many of us have seemingly never-ending demands on our time but still feel overwhelming guilt if we miss a child’s sports’ fixture. The expectation to work like you don’t have kids and have kids like you don’t work is creating a culture of perpetual falling...
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black grip sock on foot resting on yellow football

Grip Socks for Kids Sport - just another fad?

Posted on September 26 2022

Many parents still ask us why children need grip socks and “is it just a fad?”. To help you decide whether your child will benefit from a pair of grip socks, here are the top 10 reasons why we think that Grip Socks for children are a game changer in sport.
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What size football do I need?

What size football do I need?

Posted on May 19 2022

Choosing the Right Ball  Each season you move up an age group, there are new rules and sometimes more players on the pitch, but also the size football that you will be using may change.  The FA guidelines suggest the following balls are used for each age:  Size 2 Football...
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Why do kids drop out of grassroots sport

Why do kids drop out of grassroots sport

Posted on May 11 2022

In this blog, we will explore why children play sport and also, more crucially, why they choose to disengage and leave youth sport behind.

Guest blog written by Stewart England, Co-Owner of Football DNA & Experienced Football Performance Analyst

Tips for coaches and parents/carers to help counter disengagement in youth football.

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Child doing indoor workout

Should your football mad kids be doing HIIT training?

Posted on November 01 2021

What exactly is HIIT training? HIIT stands for high-intensity interval training. It is a type of exercise that alternates short periods of intense activity with periods of low-intensity movement or rest. HIIT is widely acknowledged as one of the most effective ways to train and many adults use this as part...
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The benefits of wearing compression layers for sport.

The benefits of wearing compression layers for sport.

Posted on October 08 2021

The benefits of wearing compression layers for sport. Once seen as something to keep the ‘snowflakes’ warm during winter sport many are now seeing the benefits of compression layers, also known as baselayers, technical layer, skins, under armour  Compression clothing is often very tight-fitted sports clothing made from polyester and...
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Laces or Laceless for kids’ football boots – which is better?

Laces or Laceless for kids’ football boots – which is better?

Posted on August 20 2021

With back-to-school shopping upon us and the new football season about to begin soon, many parents and kids get into the age old debate – laceless versus laced boots – which is better? We don’t have to keep telling you about the problem of laces coming undone during sport -...
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The European Super League - teaching children about diversity in sport.

The European Super League - teaching children about diversity in sport.

Posted on May 06 2021

Why was the European Super League a bad idea? How can we use it to teach children the importance of diversity in sport?

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