Depression

July 7, 2011 by John Northey · Leave a Comment 

Depression Is Common

Lately Jill hasn’t felt like herself. Her friends have noticed it, too.

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Tip of the Week (A passionate Coach)

April 8, 2011 by John Northey · Leave a Comment 

Hello John, My name is Steve Pascoe and I am lucky enough to Coach our 16/17′s here at Secret Harbour Dockers in WA.

I have found “reward nights” to be successful and a bit of fun for the guys, it works a bit like this:

REWARDS NIGHTS TRAINING SESSIONS: by Steve Pascoe 16/17′s Secret Harbour Dockers W.A.

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Junior Coaching Manual

December 11, 2010 by John Northey · Leave a Comment 

Junior Coaching

One of the biggest challenges in coaching junior players is that training sessions must suit the whole group generally, rather than assist the individual with skill development.

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100 Pushups, 200 Squats and 200 Situps

April 2, 2010 by John Northey · Leave a Comment 

How many of your players do you think could pass this test? Not many? Well that can all change in 6 weeks time.

Read on to learn about a simple program that will increase the strength and fitness of all your players.

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Rehabilitation Drills for Injured Players

February 21, 2008 by John Northey · 1 Comment 

This section is more for players with injuries that will keep them from training or playing for three to four weeks, and players who are in their final stages of rehabilitation.

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Correct Running Technique – 15 Video Tutorials

February 12, 2008 by John Northey · 2 Comments 

Warm UpA correct running technique is crucial to ensuring your players maximise their energy use and also a great way to avoid injury. We have put together 15 Video demonstrations of proper running techniques and an explanation for you to follow. Check it out and if make sure to post a comment if you have any questions or suggestions of your own.

Please ensure you have Adobe Flash Player installed to watch the videos provided with this training presentation. You can download the Flash Player here if required.

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Running

January 16, 2008 by John Northey · Leave a Comment 

Being the largest component of our game (running) very little is done (taught) in this area.

A crucial aspect to all your players and especially the hard running midfield. A proper running technique will help your players avoid injury and reduce fatigue and increase speed.

Video to follow shortly.

Job Description FITNESS & REHABILITATION CO-ORDINATOR

January 12, 2008 by John Northey · Leave a Comment 

JOB DESCRIPTION

FITNESS & REHABILITATION CO-ORDINATOR

Job descriptions are essential. Job descriptions are required for recruitment so that you (Coach)and the applicants can understand the role. Job descriptions are necessary for all people in work & sport. A job description defines a person’s role and accountability. Without a job description it is not possible for a person to properly commit to, or be held accountable for, a role. Pass this document onto the Fitness/Rehab Coach.

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Stretching Exercises Warmup (Group)

December 6, 2007 by John Northey · Leave a Comment 

Stretching is the prevention for soft tissue injury. (Photos of exercises inc.) Read more

Endurance Running Fartlek Type

December 4, 2007 by John Northey · Leave a Comment 

Endurance Running Fartlek Type Run

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