Football (Soccer) Academy A
Length of Course
Level
Learning Area
Core or Specialist
Pre-requisites
Nil
Subject Description
The Year 9 Soccer Academy aims to refine players' technical abilities, including dribbling, passing, and shooting, while fostering tactical awareness in various game situations. Students will learn to implement game strategies that help to improve their decision-making and spatial awareness on the field. The program also integrates fitness drills to boost agility and endurance, alongside promoting teamwork and effective communication.
Cost: $100 per semester and an Academy t-shirt is to be purchased if students don’t already have one.
Participants will focus on:
- Tactical drills and simulated game scenarios to understand strategic play.
- Position-specific training sessions to develop specialised skills.
- Advanced passing and shooting drills in match-like conditions.
- Team defensive drills focusing on coordination and strategy.
- Fitness programs aimed at improving speed, endurance, and agility.
The following focus areas will be addressed in Year 9:
- Lifelong physical activities
- Alcohol and drugs
- Health benefits of physical activity
- Mental health and wellbeing
- Safety
- Fundamental movement skills
As this is a specialised subject within the Tenison Woods College Sports Academy students are expected to be committed to their development as a student athlete and are asked to adhere to the following Selection Criteria and Student Expectations.
Selection Criteria
- Students must currently play/compete for a community sporting team or association.
- Students must have demonstrated high-level skill and performance in their chosen sport, supported by previous achievements, assessments, and Academy coach recommendations.
- Strong motivation, a positive attitude towards the Academy program and a commitment to personal and team goals are essential.
- A history of a high standard of behaviour, classroom attendance and interpersonal skills.
- By selecting this subject, participants are agreeing to adhere to the student expectations of the Tenison Woods College Sports Academy.
Students Expectations
- Show a proactive attitude towards personal development, including setting and pursuing goals, embracing feedback, and striving for continuous improvement.
- Actively contribute to team dynamics, support teammates, and engage positively in collaborative training and strategic discussions.
- Come prepared to lesson with their Academy uniform, footwear and equipment required for their chosen sport.
- Be dedicated to academic success by having a positive attitude towards school and study and meeting all set deadlines.
- Be active participants in Sports Day, Swimming Carnival and Cross Country.
- Be available to represent the school in Knockout sports, Interschool events and if selected the Cardijn Exchange.
- Demonstrate positive behaviours and act as a role model for their peers.
- Be dedicated to fostering a growth mindset and achieving their own personal excellence.
Selection Criteria
- Students must currently play/compete for a community sporting team or association.
- Students must have demonstrated high-level skill and performance in their chosen sport, supported by previous achievements, assessments, and Academy coach recommendations.
- Strong motivation, a positive attitude towards the Academy program and a commitment to personal and team goals are essential.
- A history of a high standard of behaviour, classroom attendance and interpersonal skills.
- By selecting this subject, participants are agreeing to adhere to the student expectations of the Tenison Woods College Sports Academy.
Students Expectations
- Show a proactive attitude towards personal development, including setting and pursuing goals, embracing feedback, and striving for continuous improvement.
- Actively contribute to team dynamics, support teammates, and engage positively in collaborative training and strategic discussions.
- Come prepared to lesson with their Academy uniform, footwear and equipment required for their chosen sport.
- Be dedicated to academic success by having a positive attitude towards school and study and meeting all set deadlines.
- Be active participants in Sports Day, Swimming Carnival and Cross Country.
- Be available to represent the school in Knockout sports, Interschool events and if selected the Cardijn Exchange.
- Demonstrate positive behaviours and act as a role model for their peers.
- Be dedicated to fostering a growth mindset and achieving their own personal excellence.
Practical and theoretical assessments are based on Australian Curriculum Achievement Standards.
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