Decision Making
July 4, 2011 by John Northey · Leave a Comment
The time is now for players to make correct decisions. Stepping out of their comfort zone offers so much.
Bench Player (Impact player)
June 14, 2011 by John Northey · Leave a Comment
Bench Players
Introducing the impact player.
- With the game changing regularly and with four on the interchange bench, players must be prepared for many moves and changes.
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Expectations of a Coach
April 8, 2011 by John Northey · Leave a Comment
Junior Coaches should aim to create an enjoyable experience for their players
Expectations of a Coach
By Peter Schwab
AFL Director of Coaching
Your football season may have started or is just about to. You may be a first time coach; you may have been coaching for years. You may have been asked to be an Auskick coach or you’re a seasoned senior football coach. Whatever your circumstances there will be challenges and expectations.
Playing Positions Half Forward Flanker
May 20, 2010 by John Northey · Leave a Comment
The role of the forward flank is kicking goals, creating space for key forwards to lead into which enables the flanker into a crumb position.
Playing Position Rover
April 30, 2010 by John Northey · Leave a Comment
Receiver / Rover
He is responsible generally for getting the ball, running to a predetermined position decided by he and the ruckman.
He must be fully committed to the role, eyes on the ball, creative, power runner and being a real work horse in the middle.
Playing Position Ruck Rover
April 29, 2010 by John Northey · Leave a Comment
| The Protector / Ruck Rover
He is responsible for assisting the receiver in getting the ball by shepherding / blocking, running at opposition players who are placing pressure on the receiver. He needs to be of strong character, disciplined, good reader of theplay and prepared to use his body. |
Foundation Drill for Set Plays.
April 15, 2010 by John Northey · Leave a Comment
This drill is designed to formulate set plays.
Playing Position Ruckman
April 15, 2010 by John Northey · Leave a Comment
Ruckman
Ruck Strategy
The Centre bounce is one of the most important parts of our game. A team that can consistently win the ball out of the centre will generally win the game.
Playing Position Centreman
April 13, 2010 by John Northey · Leave a Comment
As all positions on the field are important this is the most important. A general (leader) in his own right, giving instructions when and where needed. A few ideas of the requirements needed to be a great centreman and leader.
Playing Position Wingman
April 13, 2010 by John Northey · Leave a Comment
The role of the wingman first and foremost is the ability to run forward and back helping mid field players
