PHILOSOPHY
VALUES
Each individual player is at the forefront of every session and we look to develop individual players but in a team setting. We aim to give what the specific player needs at that certain moment and in the correct way. Each player receives a yearly individual player plan that provides the background to every session. The standards we set on preparation, punctuality, respect, are to be embraced by the players. We aim to have a positive impact on every player in that they all develop a love of the game and develop a hard working attitude into all areas of their life.
WHO WE COACH
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE FUTURE PLAYER
Displays a desire to work hard and succeed
Plays to and exploits their strengths
Has confidence to receive and stay on the ball under intense pressure
High levels of awareness prior to and when on the ball
Aggressive in and out of possession
Has an intensity in their play and freedom to create and excite
WHAT WE COACH
IN POSSESSION
Move the ball at speed through combining and switching to play in behind
Attack opponents with aggression in the correct 1v1/1v2 moments
Creative movements to receive in forward areas to finish
OUT OF POSSESSION
Enthusiasm to press opponents aggressively at the correct times
Understanding and awareness of positioning within the group
Dominate 1v1 situations and challenge correctly in duels
TRANSITIONS
Take opportunities to attack quickly when possession regained
Desire to react quickly and positively to losing possession
Understanding of changing situations within the game
HOW WE COACH
Ensure training replicates the intensity of games so the players are prepared for any situations
Use of individual and team constraints that allow for practice of development areas and strengths
Use of coaching aids for the individual or group (video, tactics board, iPods, demos, players heroes) to paint pictures and form a connection with their development area and themselves.
Games / Tournaments to continue practising their strengths and development areas
Individual feedback that is tailored to the players’ individual requirements and covers all aspects of the game (Technical/Tactical, Physical, Psychological, Social).
Consistency and clarity of the message
Mixed Age Group Sessions
BENEFITS OF PLAYING WITH MIXED AGE GROUPS
Develops leadership and nurturing qualities in older players
Allows older players to further their understanding through teaching
Crucially allows for more experimentation and creativity
Allows younger players to collaborate and learn more complex skills than with their same age group
Provides the younger player with models to copy and self correct and learn without thinking