My passion is being a football coach, aiming to develop young players to achieve their maximum potential. So really, I have the same goal as every parent at IFS. Our training methods are world's best practice and influenced by the latest science and statistics to ensure long term development. … [Read more...] about The Race To Nowhere
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Developing Responsibility in Young Players
Having daily sessions really is a big advantage for players at IFS, but maintaining motivation and dedication every day can be a challenge. It can be even more challenging, as a coach, not to slip into the role of 'motivator' rather than 'educator'. For young players to fulfil their … [Read more...] about Developing Responsibility in Young Players
Looking Ahead
I had the opportunity to attend an under 12s football tournament in Korea a few weeks ago with a view to having our IFS students participate in this type of event or to organising something similar here at the college. Canberra's Monaro Panthers and a team from Tasmania attend this … [Read more...] about Looking Ahead
Footwear Selection
I took some time this morning to educate my players on their choice of footwear to optimise athletic performance and decrease injury. I started by asking, “How many of you guys were born in a pair of Nike running shoes?” Once the laughter had subsided, I explained that over the last 2.5million … [Read more...] about Footwear Selection
Developing Maturity
The role of a coach can be a big responsibility - leading, influencing and giving advice to young players. Coaching 15-18 year old boys and girls, rather than just give advice and influence them in a certain way, my goal is to equip the players to know themselves i.e tap into their unique … [Read more...] about Developing Maturity
There must be a process
Lately my group has been working hard on developing a style of play. How do we score ? How do we protect our goal? The players are learning that goals are not scored by accident. There is a process, a step by step method, on how to get the ball from one end of the pitch to the other effectively … [Read more...] about There must be a process