Northern Knights seeking TAC Cup U/18 Assistant Coach (Part Time)
The aim of the TAC Cup Competition is to develop young footballers to the maximum of their ability.
To achieve their potential players are to be coached in such a way that develops:
- The skills, physical attributes and football knowledge
- Personal characteristics and self esteem of each player
The Role of the TAC Cup U/18 Assistant Coach is to support the Head Coach in these areas.
AFL Victoria believes that the above development can be maximized in an environment that:
- Emphasizes individual player development rather than team success
- Emphasizes individual contribution as an essential component in a team environment
- Considers the players’ long term participation in football at a variety of levels
- Promotes a balanced approach to the players’ life styles
Main Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
TRAINING
- Work with players to develop their specific skills
- Communicate with players regarding their progress, areas to improve & provide feedback on performance
- 1 on 1 weekly interaction with allocated players
- Conduct training drills or sessions within the main group
MATCH DAY
- Concentrate on your specific coaching area (e.g Backline, Midfield, Forward Line)
- Keep relevant performance indicators, feed these to Head Coach at regular intervals
- Make constructive suggestions to Head Coach and provide possible solutions regarding your specific area
- Interact with other line coaches in relation to stoppages and rotation of players
- Address your group at intervals and provide accurate feedback to players
POST GAME
- Provide Vision Clips from your area (eg Backline) for weekly Team Review.
- Provide individual feedback (written/verbal) and vision for players in your area
OPPOSITION ANALYSIS
- You will be required to scout approximately 4 TAC Clubs during the season
- Prepare Opposition Analysis report for Match Committee meeting
- Present this report (Opposition Stats & Vision) at the team meeting on Thursday night
GENERAL
- Attend weekly Match Committee meeting and follow each meeting agenda and make contributions
- Attend all coaches meetings, player and/or parent induction meetings and other club functions
- Attend AFL Victoria/TAC Cup Professional Development sessions, as required
Experience & Qualifications
Mandatory:
- Level 2 coach accreditation within 12 months of your appointment
- Demonstrated leadership skills
- Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to nurture youth talent
- Proficient IT skills
Desirable :
- Exposure to talented player programs e.g. as a player in the AFL, or as a coach in the TAC Cup, VFL or Community Inter League programs
- Demonstrated working knowledge of vision editing programs
- Previous coaching experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of TAC Cup Competition
Applications (Including resume & key attributes) can be directed to Northern Knights Talent Manager Peter Kennedy via e-mail at office@knights.org.au
Applications close Friday 16th October 2015.
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