Rugby League
The CCSC Rugby League Specialist Sports Program is an integrated, holistic, age specific program aimed at optimum player development. The key objective is to develop each player's technical ability. This provides a strong foundation with a step-by-step progressive plan that enables players to develop the qualities and skill set required for higher level competition. Our curriculum comprises an annual plan divided into training phases with specific goals and objectives that enable quantifiable improvement.
Program Overview
- Development of core fundamental skills and game sense/IQ
- Strength & Conditioning (Injury Prevention)
- Holistic approach to physical development in strength & conditioning and speed/agility
- Field sessions incorporating different aspects of the game while training in a team environment.
- Position specific training
- Video Analysis & Assessment
- Off site sessions to complement all round development
Coaches
Michael Sullivan
Michael Sullivan
Head coach of our specialist Rugby League program; a former NRL player for Cronulla Sharks, Canterbury Bulldogs and the English Super League for Warrington. Having built a strong relationship with Central Coast Roosters, our student athletes have access to professional pathways.
Joseph Besgrove
Joseph Besgrove
Senior girls Rugby League coach, with over 22 years playing experience including representing South Sydney Rabbitohs U20s and NSW Country. Joseph has over 5 years of coaching experience in both the female and male space and prides himself on developing relationships and up-skilling his student-athletes.
Blake Austin
Blake Austin
A former professional rugby league player with Penrith Panthers, Wests Tigers and Canberra Raiders as well as playing in the English Super League with Warrington Wolves and Leeds Rhinos. Beginning his coaching trade in the United Kingdom with the Leeds Rhinos scholarship program, and with Leeds Beckett University, Blake brings a wealth of experience and a passion to improve the kids of tomorrow.
Paul Franze
Paul Franze
Paul has experience as both a player and a coach. Having played in the NRL for the Cronulla Sharks and Penrith Panthers, he has also played Rugby League for Italy. Paul is now employed by the NRL and currently coaches at the Central Coast Roosters and the Elite Roosters pathway with the Sydney Roosters. He has a keen interest in developing youth and seeing them reach their full potential.
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