At the top of the current discussion list at IFS is physical literacy, which follows on from reports released recently about the alarming effects of inactivity across Australia. In this blog, I’m including one such report from a friend of mine at Canberra University who we will be collaborating with … [Read more...] about IFS at the Forefront
Football
Teamwork
This week my group has been working on their first touch with an emphasis on receiving the ball in wide areas. The first touch should be taken in a way that gets the team playing forward. From my perspective, the objective was met on several occasions. Being a patient worker, I like to see progress … [Read more...] about Teamwork
Understanding Talent
Those who have followed my blogs over the past 18 months would know the importance I place on instilling a 'growth mindset' in the players I work with. Having researched the work of Carol Dweck extensively, I know just how important this 'psychological ingredient' is to achieving success not only in … [Read more...] about Understanding Talent
Quality
I've written a quote on our change room whiteboard for this week: I think it has helped most players understand the importance of quality, but when I see a few 'mucking around' or taking it easy at training, I think perhaps I should say it another way: "If the national team coach was … [Read more...] about Quality
Stop, Drop and Roll
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kwP_9K7sDZY Click here for some video examples of Foam Rolling … [Read more...] about Stop, Drop and Roll
Maradona or Messi
Every World Cup, along with supporting the Socceroos, I've always had a soft spot for Argentina. You could call them my second team. The main reason for this is the Messi of my day was Maradona. Check out the two in action. I think it's clear Messi was also a fan of Maradona growing … [Read more...] about Maradona or Messi