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Author: Sean Szabo

Recognised as a leading brain-centred football coach in Gauteng, Sean Szabo is an English FA qualified coach who has worked internationally assisting player’s motor and technical football skills, as well as their cognitive development on and off the field. IQ Football was founded in 2015 by Sean as an amalgamation of his passion for football coaching, mentoring, and brain-centred research.
30 Day Challenge

Rhythmic kick ups

Day 9 | 30-Day Challenge | This is an advanced kick up drill, if you can’t do this, don’t worry about it. Continue to work on more basic kick up...
30 Day Challenge

Switch it up with tennis ball kick ups

Day 8 | 30-Day Challenge | By using a small ball - like a tennis ball - you'll find that your kick ups with a normal size four football, will...
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Supercharge your touches in 30 seconds

Day 6 | 30-Day Challenge | How many touches can you get in a 30 seconds time slot? Make sure you work in a small area. Speed it up and refine each...
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Master your ball control and touch

Day 5 | 30-Day Challenge | Up your skill level with this drill. Don't give up after a couple. Push through! This figure of 8 drill works all parts...
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Increase your touches with toe taps

Day 4 | 30-Day Challenge | There's always the opportunity to increase the number of your touches! This is fundamental to football training. Make...
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High Ball Control

Day 2 | 30-Day Challenge | Learn how to judge the distance, 'catch' and control the ball that comes down to you from a height.
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How to Master Your Balance

30-Day Challenge | Day 1 | It's so important to master your balance, control and technique. This step-by-step football tutorial will show you how.
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What Does Authentic Encouragement Look Like?

At IQ Football we’ve been asked whether parents can over encourage their child. To encourage your child is one of the best ways to raise their...