© Australian Football League 2013. This document is confidential and intended solely for the use and information of the addressee WorkSafe AFL Victoria

© Australian Football League 2013. This document is confidential and intended solely for the use and information of the addressee

WorkSafe AFL Victoria Country Presentation

AFL Central Victoria AFCA Presents:

BJFL Coaches & Coordinators Meeting ‘Development Coaching’

Rick CoburnAFL Central Victoria Football Development ManagerCoaching Coordinators Meeting 122nd April 2014

2© Australian Football League 2013. This document is confidential and intended solely for the use and information of the addressee

Agenda

1. Introduction – Rick Coburn

2. Welcome from AFL Central Vic – Paul Hamilton

3. AFCA & the BJFL Coach / Coaching Coordinator – Rick Coburn

4. BJFL Board – Chris Lloyd

5. Open Floor Q & A

Conclusion


AFL Central Vic is committed to support the appointment, training & retentions of club coaches and coaching coordinators. We believe that the coach is one of the most vital roles within junior footy development. We believe all clubs should have a coaching coordinator to assist their club coaches. The following points are vital as a BJFL coach: 1. DEVELOPMENT COACH - Individual player development & player pathways.

2. DEVEPOMENT COACH - Team development and the individual players role within a team

3. Quality training & playing environments, which focus on best coaching practice.

4. Open communication between club & coaches (coaching coordinators).

5. Coaches participation in the regional AFCA for networking & professional development opportunities.

6. Developing a positive club culture in-line with the BJFL’s MDCA.

7. To be a club leader, particularly in regards to coaching codes of conduct.


Part 2 – Paul Hamilton

AFL Central Victoria Football General Manager

Coaching Coordinators Meeting 122nd April 2014


1. Become/Be a Development Coach

2. Planning, Preparation & Culture

3. Game Play, Positional & Player Rotations

4. Pathways & Club Coaching Coordinators

5. Review of Programs & Player Feedback

6. Codes of Conduct & AFCA

BJFL Priorities


Part 3 – Rick Coburn

AFL Central Victoria Football Development Manager

Coaching Coordinators Meeting 122nd April 2014


AFL Vic – Our Vision ……..

To ensure the AFL Victoria coach education program and Australian Football Coaches

Association educates all coaches to not only achieve their goals but to support their players in reaching their potential at all stages of their

development in Australian Football


AFL Vic - Our Goals… to ensure every coach of Australian Football is capable of:

providing an enjoyable, inclusive and safe environment for players,

supporters, parents, and officials.

being a strong and positive role model and leader, who is able to create a positive culture and influence the personal development of people

around them

teaching players skill, tactics and team play at the level required

being well organised, well planned, and able to build capacity within the

coaching group to ensure succession planning is able to occur


AFL Vic – A Coaching Season ..... Your Regional Approach

Coach Education

Coach of the Year

Newsletters Seminars

Regional Coaching Academy

(transition from playing to coaching)

Sub-Group meetings, PD

& coach observations

Coaching Communities:

Networks of practice

Informal Knowledge

Community of practice


Coaching AFL Central Vic & AFL Vic in 2014

•All coaching information RE Coaching (accreditations, AFCA, courses in general) is under my PD

• Information under these areas will be found on the Central Vic website:

www.aflcentralvic.com.au

•Once on the website, anything related to coaching and/or development in our region will be under the link:

AFCA

•Once in the AFCA link you will find accreditations and all AFCA information

http://www.aflcentralvic.com.au/


AFCA Ambassador – Damien Drum

Advisory Committee - RGM Paul Hamilton

FDM Rick Coburn ROM Justin Abrams & AFCA Ambassador

Coaching Leaders –

David Newett & Aussie Jones

Regional AFCA Sub Committee –

Rick Coburn (AFL Vic) & Reps from: BFNL BJFL HDFL LVFL NCFL VWFL

Bendigo Youth/Junior Female Football

Regional Coaches

Coaching Sub Groups –

1.Rep Football 2.Seniors 3.Youth 4.Juniors 5.Auskick 6.Female Football

AFCA Structure for 2014


Coaching Subcommittee

Seniors

(36)

Coaching Co-ordinator

(40+)

Female football

(11)

Junior Footy U12/U10/U9 (69) & Auskick

(21)

Youth Footy U18/U17/U16/U14

(70)

Rep Footy

(10)

AFCA Committee Advisory Committee: Sub-Committee:

Regional GM – Paul Hamilton VFL Gold Coach – Aussie JonesAFL Vic FDM – Rick Coburn TAC Pioneers Coach – Dave Newett Regional FOM – Justin Abrams Female Football (Thunder) Rep –AFCA Ambassador – BFNL Rep –

NCFL Rep –HDFL Rep –LVFL Rep – Female Football Youth/Junior –BJFL Rep –

AFCA Coaching Sub-Group Structure


AFL Vic – Club Coaching Coordinator .......

Club Coaching CoordinatorThe role of the Club Coaching Coordinator is a pivotal one in the football club’s environment. In

general the role focuses on assisting, supporting and continually developing club/school coaches and their support staff

Administrative Educative Technical

TrainingCertificate

Coach Accreditation

Regional Network

ContentMission Statement

Coaching Philosophy

Influencing Others

Coach Assessment

Assessor Training

Mentoring

Curriculum Development

Conducting Meetings

Recruitment and Selection

Technology and Coaching

Succession Planning

DeliveryConference

Course

Online Units

Level 2

Timeline


AFL COACHES’ CODE OF CONDUCTI_________________________________hereby commit, to the best of my ability, to uphold the AFL Coaches’ Code of Conduct.I understand that as an integral component of my accreditation, I must maintain a standard of behaviour and conduct in the best interests of the game and the players/staff in my care.In representing myself in an honest manner, and without bringing the coaching profession or the Game into disrepute, I will endeavour to uphold the following to the best of my ability:•I will respect the rights, dignity and worth of all individuals within the context of my involvement in Australian Football, by refraining from any discriminatory practices including, but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of race, religion, gender, ethnic background, special ability/disability or sexual orientation, preference or identity.•I will abide by and teach the AFL Laws of the Game and the Rules of my Club and League/Association.•I will be reasonable in the demands I make on the time commitments of the players in my care, having due consideration for their health and well-being.•I will be supportive at all times and I will refrain from any form of personal or physical abuse or unnecessary physical contact with the players in my care.•I will have due consideration for varying maturity and ability levels of my players when designing practice schedules, practice activities and involvement in competition.•Where I am responsible for players in the 5-18 year old age group, I will strive to ensure that all players gain equal playing time. I will avoid overplaying the talented players aiming to maximise participation, learning and enjoyment for all players regardless of ability.•I will stress and monitor safety always.•In recognising the significance of injury and sickness, I will seek and follow the physician’s advice concerning the return of injured or ill players to training. •I will endeavour to keep informed regarding sound principles of coaching and skill development, and of factors relating to the welfare of my players.•I will at all times display and teach appropriate sporting behaviour, ensuring that players understand and practise fair play.•I will display and foster respect for umpires, opponents, coaches, administrators, other officials, parents and spectators.•I will ensure that players are involved in a positive environment where skill learning and development are priorities are not overshadowed by a desire to win.•I reject the use of performance enhancing substances in sport and will abide by the guidelines set forth in the AFL Anti Doping and Illicit Drugs policies.I agree to the following terms:•I agree to abide by the AFL Coaches’ Code of Conduct.•I acknowledge that the AFL, or a body affiliated with the AFL, may take disciplinary action against me if I breach the code of conduct. I understand that the AFL, or a body affiliated with the AFL, is required to implement a complaints handling procedure in accordance with the principles of natural justice, in the event of an allegation against me.•I acknowledge that disciplinary action against me may include de-registration from the AFL National Coaching Accreditation Scheme.

Note: This “Coaches’ Code of Conduct” is to be signed and conformed to as part of the accreditation requirements of the AFL. Coaches should be aware that, in addition to this Code, they may be obliged to sign a further Code of Conduct/Ethics with their Club and/or League.


Development Program

Schools Community Links

Senior ClubFootball/Netball

Junior ClubAuskick


Development Plan

X Juniors (9s to 16s)Mission: To develop stronger links between the junior and

senior players at X FC so players have a sense of belonging and form a life long bond with the club

Goals:• To create stronger links between X FC and the wider

community.• To develop excellent skills, game knowledge of Aussie Rules

at age appropriate level• To create a clear pathway from X juniors to seniors as

players, members and support stuff. • Develop good communication between club coaches, players

and committee representatives• To develop and maintain strong club culture base on respect

& a sound work ethic as junior ‘X’s’


2. Establish Development Structure & Training Coaching Plan

3. Coaches Meetings/Coaching Programs & Introduction of club culture

1. Appoint Coaches / Assistant Coaches & Support Coaches

4. Assist to implement quality training environments, including planned training sessions & programs

5. Review Program (where to next)!

Development Program

Rick Coburn


Coaches Meetings

Coaches Day (whole club)

• Coaches Role• Coordinators Role (coaching/playing/developing & tracking of players 9s to senior leaving the

club)• Pathways (Auskick/school/juniors/U18s/seniors)• Communication between club coaches, players, parents & CLUB! Monthly meetings (??)• One Club & the senior players to have a coaches (interaction) role with juniors• Development training sessions (across age groups)• A Club Coach (PD)• Rego Day

Coaches Kit• Balls• Whistle• Cones• Bibs• Drills• Coaches Board• Drink Bottles• Support Staff (Team Manager, runner etc)• Club Game Style


Age Group Skill Progression

9s:• Basic Skills Introduction• Introduce Basic Club Culture • Introduction to learning to play several positions. • Introduce basic style of play and game plan. • Introduction to man-on-man play when opposition is in possession of the ball & at opposition kick-ins and stoppages

10s:• Basic Skills Introduction• Introduce Basic Club Culture • Introduction to learning to play several positions. • Introduce basic style of play and game plan. • Introduction to man-on-man play when opposition is in possession of the ball & at opposition kick-ins and stoppages

12s: • Player position survey to indentify preferred playing positions. • Develop Basic Club Culture • Introduce basic style of play and game plan. • Development man-on-man play when opposition is in possession of the ball & at opposition kick-ins and stoppages and develop kick-in strategy• Basic Skills Development14s: • Develop understanding of player position roles through players survey and roles document.• Develop Club Culture • Develop style of play and game plan. • Develop kick-in, opposition kick-ins (basic zone), stoppage (centre bounce, ball-ups and thrown-ins) and a forward set-up.• Development man-on-man play when opposition is in possession of the ball • Extended Skills Introduction & development of Basic Skills 16s: • Develop understanding of player position roles through players survey and roles document.• Development Club Culture • Develop style of play and game plan. • Develop and introduce a second kick-in, opposition kick-ins (basic zone), stoppage (centre bounce, ball-ups and thrown-ins) and a forward set-up.• Development man-on-man play when opposition is in possession of the ball • Development of Extended and Basic Skills18s:• Understanding of player position roles through players survey and roles document.• Understand Club Culture • Understand different styles of play and game plans. • Develop and introduce a second kick-in, opposition kick-ins (zone), stoppage (centre bounce, ball-ups and thrown-ins) and a forward set-up.• Development man-on-man play when opposition is in possession of the ball • Development of Extended and Basic Skills

Rick Coburn


2. Teach correct technique

3. Teach Basic Game Understanding including positional play and ball movement

1. Communicate with clear and positive instructions. Constant positive reinforcement

4. Create opportunity for a variety of positions

5. Make training & playing fun

Coaching Young Players

Rick Coburn


Player Survey 2014 Name: …………………………………………Height: ………………… Weight:…………………

Age turned/ing this year: …………………

Please indicate playing positions you believe you would be of most value at V-Line Cup. Use a 1 (most preferred) to 5 scale behind each option you selected in your 5 (5 options provided please).

1. Attacking Back Pocket 16. Goal Kicking Half Forward 2. Defensive Back Pocket 17. Lead Mark Centre Half Forward 3. Full Back 18. Mobile Centre Half Forward 4. Disciplined Half Back 19. Leading Full Forward 5. Running Half Back 20. Contesting Full Forward 6. Centre Half Back 21. Cleaver Goal Kicking Forward 7. Controlling Wingman 22. Creative Small Forward 8. Goaling Kicking Wingman 23. Sweeper 9. Controlling Centreman 24. Utility / Bench / Forward 10. Workman On-baller 25. Utility / Bench / Mid 11. Receiving/Running On-baller 26. Utility / Bench / Defence 12. Run with Player 27. Utility 13. Tradition Ruckman 28. Pressure Forward 14. On-Ball Ruck 29. 15. Half Forward 2nd Centreman 30.

Kicking Skills on both sides (out of 10): ....... Team Orientated (out of 10): ........ Discipline (out of 10): .......

Players Position Roles

Rick Coburn

Extra Positions can be added


Positional Play SkillsDefence The 8 areas of defenceStarting points Stay goal side at stoppages. Touch and feel, push opponents away from corridor! Stay with your opponent at all times Gain as much information as possible on your opponents strengths and weaknesses, how to play them (front or behind), set up, nicknames and

rotations. Spoiling at marking contests Always spoil if caught behind (out of position). Always spoil with aggression. If possible spoil to nearest boundary (3rd man especially). Always force the ball forward and preferably to the boundary. Don’t let the ball get past you.Closing down space / Protecting top side for kicks / Own the Corridor Getting numbers pushing back (wingers, on-ballers) Crowd space in corridor. Midfielders get back and clog corridor 30 to 60m out. Be on defensive side of opponent! Be corridor side of opponent so that you can peel off to help. Be proactive and ready to react to ball coming to hot spot. Isolate loose man to fill the holeProtection for team-mates (Blocking) Protect your team-mate at all times. If team-mate coming back with the flight by placing yourself between your opponent and your team-mate. Provide Strong Voice to give your player coming back confidence and support.

Checking, Tackling, Smothering, Bumping Gain possession of the ball and protect team-mate with the ball to maintain possession.Maintaining possession of the ball out of defence Work hard to create space and find free man. Scarifies your game for space! Understanding that a player may have to drag an opponent away to create space for a team-mate. Defensive players must at all cost maintain possession out of defence through disposing of the footy to team-mates advantage.Kick-ins (opening up space while still being protected) Excellent knowledge of all positions with kick-in set plays. Set-Shot fill space and quickly move to huddle Quick use of ‘quick play-on’ if switch is on or space is available.Communication All defenders to list two important things to remember about playing on their opponent post game and/or at breaks to other players and

coaching staff. Rick Coburn

Position Play Skill Examples


Positional Play SkillsMidsDisposalKicking (all types, all distances) / Goal Kicking (Set and on the run) / HandballingPossessionMarking / Bouncing / Picking upRecognising space Opening up space Closing down space Starting pointsStoppages Centre/Boundary/General Play Set Plays Dangerous Space Starting pointsKicks/Handballing to advantage Defensive OffensiveGoal Kicking Standing On the run Snaps and quick kicksBody Positions at marking Spoiling contests Defensive OffensiveProtection for team-mates Blocking Offensive/Defensive BumpingMaintaining possession of the ball Quick Play On Tempo control the ballKick-ins Zone/man-on-man Set play/quick-play-onRunning CapabilityChecking, Tackling, Smothering, Bumping

Rick Coburn

Teaching Points


Positional Play SkillsForwardsDisposalKicking (all types, all distances)Goal Kicking (Set and on the run)HandballingPossessionMarkingBouncingPicking upForwardsThe 5 areas of a ForwardStructure / Starting points Centre Bounce Structure during general play Knowing your role (believe in it)Body Positions at marking contests Play the percentages Drop of the ball Be dangerous Protection for team-matesCreating / Opening up space Timing of leads No One Lead Players What to do if not used, roll out, block or lead again. Lead up to the space, only back lead if no one behind you Kicks to advantageDefensive Forward Play Keeping the ball in the scoring zone. Do your work early All must do it (set some defensive goals) Kick-ins (Zone or Man on Man) Be flexible, grounds, opposition ConversionGoal Kicking (Routine, through the ball, head over it, watch it) General Play Set Shots (being positive about getting the opportunity) Rick Coburn

Teaching Points


Team Philosophy

1. Team 1st

2. Respect & Discipline 3. Encouragement & Team Spirit 4. Responsibility (ready to train/play) 5. Work Ethic (assists achievement)6. Achievement (best effort/performance) 7. Enjoyment8. Continual Improvement

Bendigo Footy


Forwards1. .

Last Point:

1. Effort Intensity:2. Offence: When in Possession3. Defence: When they are in Possession4. Set-ups & Structure3-4 ideas maximum

Coaches Address at the Breaks Keep it simple, keep it to 3-4 points

Backs1. .

Mids1. .


Rotations

Time B 1 B 2 B 3 B 4 B5 B6

0 B1 RR B2 FP

5 HFF FP1 B3 C B4 Ruck

9 RR FP2 HBF CHF

12 C Full F Wing HBF

Ruck


Rotation #1

Int:

5:

9:

12:

BP BP

FB

HBFCHBHBF

CRuck

RR

Rov

W W

HFFCHF

HFF

FP

FF

FP

B1 RR B2 FP B3 C B4

B5 B6


Team Rules (Non Negotiable)

1. Win the footy, run straight, head over footy! ‘Play with Spirit & Intensity’

2. Know your starting points in offence & defence

3. Second & third efforts a must – High work rate in Offence & defence (tackles and defensive efforts a feature of play)

4. Under pressure push the ball boundary side and/or force a stoppage

5. Punch from behind (all over the ground) no easy marks for opposition

6. Get front & centre to contest (all over ground)

7. First option & use your football instincts

8. Protect & support team-mates (ball carrier), numbers to contest

9. Run from behind, spread laterally & attack the space

10. Find the loose player by hand & foot. No 50/50 short kicks

11. Constructive LED communication12. Control emotions (Be positive) Use controlled aggression!


1. Become/Be a Development Coach

2. Planning, Preparation & Culture

3. Game Play, Positional & Player Rotations

4. Pathways & Club Coaching Coordinators

5. Review of Programs & Player Feedback

6. Codes of Conduct & AFCA

BJFL Priorities

Documents

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