Here at ITS the question is always, how can we maximize our time on court and get the best results? As coaches and students we train to be the best we can be but how can we make sure we are using our training time well? Always training at 100 per cent intensity as if you were in a match is one … [Read more...] about Training to Play / Preparation
The Latest Trend
Hi Everyone, I hope all enjoyed the extra-long weekend, without eating too much chocolate. I would like to talk about the latest product in the cafe fridge, "Protein Water". BODIE’z Clear Protein Water is one of the most technologically advanced supplementary sports products on the … [Read more...] about The Latest Trend
Start of Local Competition 2016
As we come to the end of Term 1, there is the start of something new. The local competition is about to kick off on April 2 with six IFS teams competing from U9's to U11's. All of these teams will be coached by some very experienced coaches. Allow me to introduce them. The coaches for the U9's … [Read more...] about Start of Local Competition 2016
Mates Through Football
You don't become friends with every random stranger you come across at university, however when I met one guy the spark was immediate! It was 2010 and I was wearing my Internazionale jersey on campus while he was wearing a Bayern Munchen shirt (the two had just played against each other in the … [Read more...] about Mates Through Football
Waste Not, Want Not
Fact: Some 795 million people in the world do not have enough food to lead a healthy, active life. That's about one in nine people on earth. (https://www.wfp.org/hunger/stats) However, the students at CCSC are lucky enough to have lunch provided for them everyday, as well as breakfast options. I am … [Read more...] about Waste Not, Want Not
Shaving For A Cure
Friday 11th March was a momentous day for CCSC. A record six students shaved to help find a cure for leukaemia and other blood related cancers. To date we have raised $5,739, which is well above our target of $5,000. I am so proud of our students and of our college for supporting this worthwhile … [Read more...] about Shaving For A Cure
The Smarter Player
Hi everyone, I wanted to share with you an article that came across my desk, or computer as it is these days. I thought it had some value. For me, when identifying players, size or speed are not the first priorities on my check list. Technical ability or acquisition of skill is of more interest as … [Read more...] about The Smarter Player
I Never Lose
I have a sign on the wall in my learning space, right near my desk, that says, "I never lose. I either win or I learn". I absolutely love this saying and think it is a mindset we should all adopt. Everyday we are all faced with moments that we get right and others that we get wrong. Getting stuff … [Read more...] about I Never Lose
Stage 2 Explore Growth Mindset
I have looked forward to exploring Growth Mindset in the classroom since I first heard about it last year. As I began to look into the many different facets of Growth Mindset (and noticed that a lot of concepts were quite complex), I started to wonder how it could be taught most effectively in a … [Read more...] about Stage 2 Explore Growth Mindset
15 Spots Left!
It is true, there are only 15 positions left for Year 7, 2017. During our first term, we have held four trial days and one Information Day, with prospective families from across the Central Coast, Sydney, Newcastle and even the Mid North Coast of NSW attending. After only three years in operation, … [Read more...] about 15 Spots Left!