DISCLAIMER: The following blog is about a topic I am extremely passionate about. It is not meant to patronise, it is merely to try to educate parents and children, in order to make better informed decisions in the future. Here’s something to think about next time you pack your child's bag for … [Read more...] about Sugar
Football
Do you have the hottest ticket in town?
At most Mariners home matches, I am on the western side grassed area kicking around with any kid that turns up to play inside the Newcastle Permanent inflatable pitch. But back in March there were other festivities to attend to, so I got to watch most of the Mariners v Wanderers match with my … [Read more...] about Do you have the hottest ticket in town?
The Candwich – a sandwich in a can
I've really been enjoying the food Ash has been serving in the cafe' and from what I gather, the students have been as well. I was chatting about this with some IFS parents recently, discussing the benefits of fresh, locally sourced produce and during the conversation I was reminded of a … [Read more...] about The Candwich – a sandwich in a can
Push Me, Pull You
At IFS, we aim to give players the opportunity to be in an environment where they are challenged to improve the intensity and speed of their play under pressure, yet also have a place to strive to dominate, be creative and build confidence. To have this opportunity in one environment would be … [Read more...] about Push Me, Pull You
How can we produce more creative players like Tommy Rogic?
It is obviously not an easy task to replicate a player like Tommy Rogic. He seems to have it all. Physical presence, deceptive speed, tactical nous (thanks to Arnie), vision and most importantly silky skills which allow him to skip past an opponent with apparent ease. As an opposition coach, … [Read more...] about How can we produce more creative players like Tommy Rogic?
matar a la vaca
Prior to the 2006 World Cup, Luiz Suarez, the manager of Ecuador, told his players a story. During their travels, a master and his servant came upon a shack and a cow. The inhabitants invited them in and treated them to a wonderful meal and an excellent night of sleep. The master asked how such a … [Read more...] about matar a la vaca