NEW FTS SUMMER PROGRAM OCT - DEC 2010
**REGISTER FOR TRIALS**
Wed 1st September 2010
The FTS Talented Player Program is a technical developmental program, conducted Mon 4th October - Sat 18th December 2010.
The Talented Player Program involves ONE or TWO technical training sessions each week (60-75min per session), along with Saturday morning modified games - 'learning to play possession football'
For more information, please download Parent InfoSheet.
The program is available for the following players:
- U7 Boys - players born in 2003-2005 (Mon/Wed/Sat)
- U9 Boys - players born in 2001/2002 (Mon/Wed/Sat)
- U11 Boys - players born in 1999/2000 (Mon/Wed/Sat)
- U13 Boys - players born in 1997/1998 (Mon/Wed/Sat)
- U15 Boys - players born in 1995/1996 (Friday only)
- U18 Boys - players born in 1992-1994 (Friday only)
FTS Trial Information:
Trial Date: Wednesday 1st September 2010
Trial Venue: Mentone Primary School, Childers St, Mentone
- 5.00-6.00pm (U7 Boys)
- 6.00-7.15pm (U9 & U11 Boys)
- 7.15-8.30pm (U13 Boys)
Please Note: the U15/U18 Boys will have alternate trials.
To register for the FTS Talented Player Program Trials, please email player name, DOB and contact details to: info@footballtechniqueschool.com.au.
Players MUST register to attend FTS trials
CURRENT FTS TECHNICAL DEVELOPMENTAL PROGRAM
(players born 1997-2003)
As has been well documented in recent years, the critical developmental years for any footballer is between 8-12 years of age - often described as the "Golden Years". This is where the technical foundation is formed, with skill and technique being the key.
FTS will be starting the next program on Monday 12th July, given that players will also be juggling club training commitments, the flexibility exists for parents to choose how many technical sessions that they wish to attend each week. FTS conduct 75min technical sessions focusing on the individual, as opposed to team orientated sessions, therefore the workload volume is lower however the learning opportunities are much greater.
The primary goal for 2010 is to take FTS players another step forward with respect to the development of their technical abilities.
Here are some program details:
Programs Start Date: Monday 12th July
Programs Finish Date: Saturday 4th September
Session Length: 75min
Possible Training Days (days/times still to be confirmed):
- Monday Evening
- Friday Evening
- Saturday Morning - Focus on Shooting/Finishing
Venue: Mentone Primary School (6 Childers St, Mentone - enter via Mitchell St).
To Register: Please email info@footballtechniqueschool.com.au with your expression of interest.
FTS INTRODUCTORY PROGRAM
(players born 2004-2005)
Some of the boys pictured above started FTS a few years ago when they were 6 years old. They are now part of the main Technical Developmental Program.
The FTS Introductory Program is aimed at providing a fun and engaging opportunity for young boys and girls, born in 2004/2005, to build confidence in all basic elements of football. The key focus will be ball mastery and small sided games.
Program details still to be announced.
FTS ADVANCED YOUTH BOYS PROGRAM
(players born 1992-1996)
FTS will continue to provide an environment for talented youth players looking to further their individual technical and tactical development. With certain older aged players, FTS can incorporate extensive holistic programs, including strength and conditioning, testing (VO2 max; power; agility; flexibility; skin folds etc), weekly outputs, mentoring, nutrition, recovery and injury prevention.
Here are some program details:
Programs Start Date: Friday 9th July
Programs Finish Date: Saturday 4th September
Session Length: 75-90min
Possible Training Days (days/times still to be confirmed):
- Friday Evening
- Saturday Morning
Venue: Mentone Primary School (6 Childers St, Mentone - enter via Mitchell St).
To Register: Please email info@footballtechniqueschool.com.au with your expression of interest.
NEWS
FFA SIGNALS NEW APPROACH - skill and technique is the key
In the past few years, across all areas of football here in Australia, FFA have been gradually implementing change. The New FFA National Curriculum was the instrument used to finally place youth development into the spotlight. Below is a small section from the document which summarises the 'Win At All Costs' mentality that still exists here in Australia.
FTS ADVANCED YOUTH BOYS PROGRAM (ROWVILLE)
(players born 1992-1996)
FTS is also establishing a new training program for BOYS at Rowville Secondary College. At this stage, this program is for advanced players only.
Greg Kassidas will be heading this program, he will also be primarily focusing on technical and tactical development.
Here are the program details:
Programs Start Date: Monday 12th July
Programs Finish Date: Monday 30th August
Session Length: 75-90min
Available Training Days/Options:
- Monday Evening - 6.00pm - 7.30pm
Venue: Rowville Secondary College.
To Register: Please email info@footballtechniqueschool.com.au with your expression of interest.
Matthew Foschini - Melbourne Victory Visits FTS
On Monday 23rd November, FTS parents and players had the privilege of hearing from young Melbourne Victory Star Matthew Foschini.
Matthew addressed the group and explained how it took years of perseverance and commitment to get where he is today. He stressed the importance of a players technical ability along with a willingness to spend hours and hours, often alone, improving your game if a player is to succeed.
Matthew commented that the clear difference between his experiences in the VPL and the A-League was the speed of decision making.
Matthew was very giving of his time, he signed lots of autographs and got involved in the training sessions. FTS would like to thank Matthew Foschini for taking time out of his busy schedule to visit out training program.
FTS Approves NIKE as Supplier and SOCCERLOGIC as its Official Uniform Sponsor
FTS is proud to announce that all FTS Players and Coaches will be fitted with NIKE uniforms. Please view associated image for planned Player apparel.
FTS, in partnership with official uniform sponsor - SoccerLogic - will fit out all players and coaches with modern and contemporary NIKE designs.
FTS wish to acknowledge the fantastic support by Michael Hurst from Soccerlogic in striking this sponsorship arrangement. For more information on Soccerlogic, please visit www.soccerlogic.com.au.
IMPORTANT FTS DATES
| Monday 12th July 2010 | FTS Technical Program Commencement for Term 3 | |
| Saturday 4th September 2010 | FTS Technical Program Conclusion for Term 3 |
