For example, teach a new skill to two equal ability nine year olds. One boy is tall and quick growing and the other boy is small and slow growing. They practice the skill for one hour then not at all for two weeks. When they demonstrate the skill after the two weeks has passed, the shorter, slower growing lad can still do it but the quicker growing, taller boy finds it virtually impossible and has to start from scratch.

It’s to do with nerve communication between the brain and toes and less to do with size and determination.

This is why Pele said “Practice, Practice Practice…. thane practice some more”. There is no greater football wisdom for development.