Marc Iles Thu, 30 October 2025 at 5:00 am UTC·6 min read Grassroots football helped David Flitcroft through the most difficult moments of his life, not to mention starting him off in a 30-year career in the professional game. Now, he hopes a brand-new venture can help pay something back. Next month the former Wanderers assistant boss will host the first 12-hour Grassroots Coachathon for local clubs at the Sharples Sports Centre, which will include sessions, appearances and advice from several top coaches and former players.Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Bolton legend Sam Allardyce has signed on to help along with England Under-20 coach Ben Futcher and Liverpool FC psychologist Lee...
