Mother advocates for inclusivity in grassroots football for disabled children

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 8:36 AM

Last updated Oct 26, 2026

Mother advocates for inclusivity in grassroots football for disabled children
Summary

Millie, a mother from Derbyshire, is campaigning for greater inclusivity in grassroots football after her son Arthur, who has dyspraxia, felt marginalized at a previous club. Arthur, 8, experienced reduced playing time compared to his peers and lost interest in the sport. The Derbyshire County Football Association's Luke Wilkinson acknowledged the need for better provision and invited Millie to contribute to a neurodiversity working group aimed at improving inclusion. Wilkinson emphasized a desire to ensure that children with disabilities can enjoy football alongside their peers.

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  • •Millie's son Arthur felt excluded due to being labeled a 'weaker player'.
  • •Arthur's experience reflects broader issues in grassroots football inclusion.
  • •The Derbyshire County FA is seeking parent involvement to improve practices.
  • •Wilkinson advocates for integrating disabled players into mainstream teams.
  • •Development of a neurodiversity training module for coaches is planned.
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Millie says her son felt forced out of his previous club for being a "weaker player".

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