The Greats F.C 🏆🥇⚽

Our Greatness lies in the consciousness of our purpose as a team 💪❗

[Olamidotun (Monk) @hey_itsmonk]

As coaches and players, we all know the importance of a proper warm-up. It prepares the body for training, reduces injury risk, and sets the tone for a productive session.

However, during the rainy season, traditional high-intensity running or field sprints on slippery, wet surfaces can do more harm than good increasing the chance of slips, ankle twists, or muscle strains.

This is where basic ball mastery drills shine as an ideal warm-up alternative. Intense ball mastery drills guarantees safe cardio activation, continuous ball work gently elevates heart rate and body temperature without the high-impact stress of running. Players stay in control of their movements on potentially slick ground.

These drills sharpen foot-eye coordination, balance and body awareness with essential skills that transfer directly to match performance. They activate the smaller stabilizing muscles often neglected in linear running.

Every warm-up becomes a chance to reinforce fundamentals: close control, quick footwork and comfortable use of both feet. Players improve their touch even while preparing the body, making training more efficient.

Ball mastery keeps players moving in small, controlled areas. This minimizes sudden directional changes on wet grass or mud, reducing the likelihood of non-contact injuries that are common during rainy conditions. Starting with the ball helps players enter a focused, technical mindset right from the beginning. It’s more enjoyable than repetitive jogging, leading to better session energy and concentration.

Using foundational ball mastery exercises as warm is like killing two birds with one stone. Don't let the wet slippery pitch discourage you as a coach or as a player. Regardless of the weather, TRAIN HARD AND TRAIN SMART!!!

❤️💡

[Olamidotun (Monk) @hey_itsmonk]

It took me a great deal of understanding, authenticity and calmness for me to know that my purpose in this world is to teach and guide humanity through a staunch and dauntless pedagogy, demonstration and instructions to success and fulfilment.

Mo ja e tan...asiri! ❤️💡

[The Greats F.C 🏆🥇⚽ @GreatsFC]

Gaffer!

[Olamidotun (Monk) @hey_itsmonk]

❤️💡

[Olamidotun (Monk) @hey_itsmonk]

Ball mastering with @KAMSONTOLUWANI

[The Greats F.C 🏆🥇⚽ @GreatsFC]

One team. One heartbeat. Let’s dominate!

[The Greats F.C 🏆🥇⚽ @GreatsFC]

Be there!!!

[Olamidotun (Monk) @hey_itsmonk]

Today’s training session was both productive and highly rewarding, standing as a powerful testament to Monk's Camp resilience and unity.

Despite difficult weather conditions and suboptimal facility circumstances, the boys showed up with outstanding spirit and unbreakable focus, proving once again that external challenges do not define us.

Knowing we face a crucial match tomorrow, today’s session was non-negotiable. We opened with foundational ball mastery drills to prepare the body and mind, then advanced through four purposeful variations of rondo to sharpen technical precision, quick decision-making and tactical intelligence. The session concluded with a clear and collective walkthrough of tomorrow’s game plan, reinforcing every player’s role within our shared strategy.

What stood out most was the remarkable team unity and mental resilience on display. The group trained as one, supporting one another, pushing through adversity and refusing to let the weather dictate our standards. Our plan always comes first!.

I could not be prouder of the character and togetherness shown by the lads. We rise above conditions because we rise together.

Well done, boys. Let’s take this same resilience and unity into tomorrow’s match. .

[Olamidotun (Monk) @hey_itsmonk]

Happy Birthday to me ❤💡

[Olamidotun (Monk) @hey_itsmonk]

Upward and Forward ❤💡

[Olamidotun (Monk) @hey_itsmonk]

As an athlete, your body is your greatest asset.

Put it to work. Condition your body for the kind of speed, strength, power and endurance that you'll usually subject it to.

Train, Recover, Eat, Sleep, Repeat.

❤💡

[Olamidotun (Monk) @hey_itsmonk]

Fascia training is a smart addition to football training for better movement quality and resilience, especially if you feel stiff or lack "bounce."

Start with basic foot and mobility drills and combine it with your normal strength, skill and conditioning sessions.

♥💡

[Olamidotun (Monk) @hey_itsmonk]

Today, we are going to play 3 variations of small sided game for 1hr 30 minutes under different conditions.

3v3 maximum of 2 touches

3v3 free touches

4v4 maximum of two touches

4v4 free touches

Intensity. Quick and good decisions. Markings. Possession. markings.

❤💡

[Olamidotun (Monk) @hey_itsmonk]

What is the difference between a coach and a manager?

What is the similarity?

Can one man do the same job effectively?

Which is more mentally challenging?

If you've a team and you're to select a coach and manager, who would you choose as coach and who as manager?

❤💡

[Olamidotun (Monk) @hey_itsmonk]

Fruits.

Naturally sweet and sweeter than soda
Naturally chilled and in most cases, soda is over-chilled

You can blend fruits in glasses or plastic. Refrigerate and then consume.

Take about 1/2 of a mini bottle of it with you everywhere you go.

You will be healed
♥💡

[Olamidotun (Monk) @hey_itsmonk]

Hey Lad,

Play a little, as in very little, with senior men (who are obviously old with slow movements)

Play more with players that are electric, technically sound and disciplined

The only good thing that you can learn by playing with snr. man is DECISIONS and composure.

♥💡

[Olamidotun (Monk) @hey_itsmonk]

If u want to keep waiting till you're fully READY, you may never go pro.

There's a reason it is called TRIAL and trials are two way system. The CLUB tests you, YOU test yourself too.

Sometimes the only thing you need to take your game to the next level is FAILING at trials.

[Olamidotun (Monk) @hey_itsmonk]

Happy Birthday to this lad, @SamuelWale7

Disciplined ✔
Hardworking ✔
Speed ✔
Dribble ✔
Shot power ✔
Young ✔

No matter what, I no dey hype junk players sha. You actually have to be very good 🤝

Sammy is a promising lad ❤💡

[Olamidotun (Monk) @hey_itsmonk]

Even if you're not born ready, I'll make you feel so and stimulate the beast out of you in the most appropriate manner and hey, I'm brutal with discipline!

I will motivate you to stay hungry, prepared and love yourself more in confidence.