In my previous blog Drills are for Dentists I discussed why learning/practising a skill in the traditional way ie taking the skill out of the context in which it needs to be applied (the game) may not be the most effective way to learn/practise said skill, given what we know about human … [Read more...] about Drills are for Dentists (part 2)
Drills are for Dentists, not Footballers!
I often get asked this question from kids and parents at IFS; 'why aren’t we doing any ‘drills'?' Traditionally, football coaching wisdom has led us to believe that to improve a skill we need to break it down into small chunks and practice said skill for thousands of repetitions in a controlled … [Read more...] about Drills are for Dentists, not Footballers!
A sports dad confesses: Don’t make same mistakes I did
This week I thought I'd share an article I came across from 'Today's Parent' in America. It's a timely reminder for all parents; leave the coaching to the coaches and let the kids play. They don't need or want your advice in the car or at half time. The best advice you can give your child before … [Read more...] about A sports dad confesses: Don’t make same mistakes I did
Leadership
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Bill Turner Cup
Yesterday saw the IFS Bill Turner Cup team travel to the newly developed Northern NSW Football headquarters in Speers Point for the 1st and 2nd rounds of the competition. The boys represented the college with aplomb on the day, eventually beaten 3-1 by a quality Warners Bay outfit in the 2nd … [Read more...] about Bill Turner Cup
Parents: You need to play your part
With the winter football season fast approaching, I thought it would be a good time to remind you, as a parent, of the crucial role you play in your child's development, not only as an athlete, but psychosocially. If you want your child to come out of the season having had a positive experience, you … [Read more...] about Parents: You need to play your part