I'm fat. There I said it. I am fat yet I am the principal of a college that offers a demanding development program in both football and tennis. I can't play either of these sports because I am unfit and have never challenged myself to give them a go. That doesn't mean to say I don't love those … [Read more...] about Time to make a change
Confidence vs Arrogance
It has been a challenging week at IFS with the signs of a long football season starting to show. Having witnessed some very interesting behaviours, I have been reflecting on my own actions and casting myself back to my time as a teenager. When I was young, I lived in Canada and the USA for a … [Read more...] about Confidence vs Arrogance
Training Workload
I’ve had many football-related conversations over the past few weeks, but the one recurring theme has been the consequences of overtraining. Patrick Zwaanswijk recently dropped into the college and it was interesting having a chat about this topic with him and Joey, who have both just returned … [Read more...] about Training Workload
Browny’s Blog
To say it’s exciting to be involved in football on the Central Coast at this very point in time is an obvious understatement. We've got the champions of Australian football on our doorstep, a football college opening and doubling in size in just one year, a Centre of Excellence not replicated in … [Read more...] about Browny’s Blog
Going Stir Crazy!
Hi everyone. Well there have been many changes over the past couple of weeks. The most important addition to the kitchen has been a radio. For the past 18 years I've been surrounded by up to 20 staff and numerous customers asking constant questions. Now its just me, the wildlife and some … [Read more...] about Going Stir Crazy!
PINK is a true champion
Last week my wife and I had the pleasure of going to the PINK concert and what an experience it was. PINK is an unbelievable performer, an amazing athlete and a true champion in her chosen field of music. During the concert, and after she had sung several songs upside down while suspended by … [Read more...] about PINK is a true champion
Stepping up a level
Each session we are working towards an objective in relation to the key principles of the game. Recently we’ve been working on being more effective in defending to win the ball, transition quickly for counter attacking opportunities or keep controlled possession with the ball. The measure of … [Read more...] about Stepping up a level
Elephants vs Ants
It was a boring Sunday afternoon in the jungle, so the Elephants decided to challenge the Ants to a game of soccer. The game was going well, with the Elephants leading 10 goals to nil, when the Ants gained possession. The Ants' star player was dribbling the ball towards the Elephants' goal when … [Read more...] about Elephants vs Ants
The power of words!
Over the past week I have had two great experiences that made me realise that what I say, along with the timing and tone of my words, can have a huge impact on the students I teach. I had the pleasure of attending the NSW Futsal State Titles with a year 9 and 10 team last Wednesday. On route to … [Read more...] about The power of words!
New Responsibilities
Being a new teacher brings with it a world of new experiences, new responsibilities and new situations. This past week Laura and I have been busy organising and planning two very exciting experiences for our students - camp for stage 3 and 4 and work experience for stage 5. I have received a whole … [Read more...] about New Responsibilities