Emma Cotterill – the new CEO of NYSA Sweden

We are pleased to welcome Emma Cotterill as the new CEO of NYSA Sweden We are delighted to announce that Emma Cotterill has been appointed as the new CEO of NYSA Sweden, a step that marks an exciting new chapter for our organisation. Who is Emma Cotterill Emma is a Swedish human rights lawyer who […]
Exploring Partnerships in Riga and Finland: A Snapshot of Our Recent FOCUS Project Visits

Exploring partnerships in Riga and Finland: A snapshot of our recent FOCUS Project Visits In our most recent travels, the NYSA Sweden team, led by Owen Southgate, embarked on a dynamic visit to both Latvia and Finland. Our aim was to strengthen ties and deepen collaboration with our partners in the Focus project, particularly the […]
Esports Education at a Crossroads: Why Momentum Matters Now

From Participation to Progression: What Comes After the First Esports Class? by George Cork – Esports Academics The next few years are going to be crucial for esports education. For a long time, the big question was whether this was just a trend. That question doesn’t really exist anymore. The conversation has shifted. It’s no […]
Norrtälje Camp

Norrtälje Camp August 2025 Over the past week, NYSA had the privilege of bringing our coaching team to Norrtälje to deliver a three-day camp in partnership with BKV Norrtälje and Wolves. The aim of the initiative was to collaborate with and support the local community through engaging, high-quality football activities. Throughout the camp, kids aged […]
Introduction to Periodization – Goalkeepers

Football periodization in goalkepers Goalkeepers are the foundation of football. While they are frequently underestimated or rather only brought up to the spotlight when something goes wrong, a team is well aware that it cannot function unless they know their backs are covered. Their training and support is equally critical to the success of a […]
From Participation to Progression: What Comes After the First Esports Class?

From Participation to Progression: What Comes After the First Esports Class? by George Cork – Esports Academics In recent years, more schools and education systems have started to embrace esports, and that’s a win. It signals a shift toward relevance, innovation, and new ways of engaging learners. But here’s the honest truth: delivering one class, […]
S&C in Youth Football

S&C in Youth Football Strength training has been proven to significantly influence football performance. Improving power, speed, acceleration or agility translate to powerful shots, winning aerial duels or covering distances faster enabling players to perform for longer. While the benefits are well-established, do senior and youth football share similar S&C programs? Objectives, demands and structure […]
The Fit4Green Experience in Kuchl

Co-Creating a Greener Future: The Fit4Green Experience in Kuchl, AustriaBy Owen Southgate | NYSA Sweden Introduction: Youth Leading Sustainable Innovation In June 2025, the picturesque Alpine town of Kuchl, Austria, became the setting for a bold and inspiring experiment in sustainability education. As part of the Erasmus+ Fit4Green project led by the European University Sports […]
Building the Pipeline: From the Classroom to Industry

Building the Pipeline: From the Classroom to Industry by George Cork – Esports Academics In education, we talk a lot about preparing students for the future. But too often, there’s a disconnect between what young people learn and where they want to go. In fast-moving sectors like esports, gaming, and digital media, that gap is […]