Callan United Director Of Coaching Handbook

Callan United AFC, Fairgreen, Callan, Co. Kilkenny

Callan United AFC

Director of Coaching Reference Guide

2014 / 2015

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Contents Club Executive Information................................................................................................. 4 Coach Information .............................................................................................................. 5 Coaching Equipment Audit – Date: ___________ .............................................................. 6 Coach Evaluation Form ...................................................................................................... 7 The results of this Evaluation Form will be only discussed as feedback to the Named Coach only. ......................................................................................................................... 7 Best Practice........................................................................................................................ 8 Pre-season Checklist ............................................................................................... 8 Coaching Team, Pre-Season Checklist................................................................ 8 6 Phases of Long Term Player Development .................................................... 12 PHASE 1 – THE FUNdamental PHASE ............................................................. 12 PHASE 2 – LEARNING TO TRAIN PHASE ...................................................... 13 PHASE 3 – TRAINING TO TRAIN PHASE ........................................................ 15 PHASE 4 – TRAINING TO COMPETE PHASE ................................................ 17 PHASE 5 – TRAINING TO WIN PHASE ............................................................ 19 PHASE 6 – RETAINMENT ................................................................................... 20

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Club Executive Information Name Tom O' Halloran Derek Roche Shane Whelan Peter Kearney Dom Griffin Kieran Canavan Padhraic Moran Stephen Byrne John Egan Fish Diarmuid O' Dwyer Norma Grace Terry Doheny Pixie Doheny

Email westcourttom@gmail.com droche79@hotmail.com 14whelan@gmail.com peterk2009@gmail.com domgriff@gmail.com canavanjkieran@yahoo.com 1padhraicmoran@gmail.com weavy_2000@yahoo.co.uk fishegan@yahoo.com diarmuid_odwyer@yahoo.ie norma@beechfieldhouse.com terrydoheny@hotmail.com pixiedoheny@hotmail.com

The appointed Director of Coaching is Derek Roche.

Postal Address Westcourt Green Street West Street 18 Mellows Park Flaggy Lane Shellu Clonkil Clonkil Kilbride Church Lane Mill St Rice Park Rice Park

Phone 868035787 868908478 860704225 868414650 860743103 867961933 863322523 861761453 868849468 871337600 862398558 861034620 860625085

Role Working Group Vice Chair Working Group Working Group Chair Secretary Child Welfare Working Group Working Group Working Group Camp Coordinator Registrar Treasurer

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Coach Information Name Tom O' Halloran Derek Roche Eugene Dunne Derek Halley Shane Whelan Peter Kearney Dom Griffin Tommy Hennessy Matthew Lowth Bridget Burke Nicky Morrissey Kieran Canavan Alan Brett Sean O' Gallochoir Vinny Grace Denis Carey Paddy McGuire Padhraic Moran Rory O' Donavan Stephen Byrne Weavie John Egan Fish Vinny Dunne Diarmuid O' Dwyer Kevin Fitz Darren J O'Dwyer Norma Grace Ryan Doheny Grett Hennessy Gordon Peppard Catriona Bailey Victor Murray Victor Weakes Joanne Hennessy Mairtin Doheny John Bryan Mark Laffan Colin Ryan Brian Doheny Ian McLoughlan Brian Kelly Jane Phelan Lisa O Neill Orla Doyle Paula Norris

Email westcourttom@gmail.com droche79@hotmail.com eugened59@gmail.com dellers1981@hotmail.com 14whelan@gmail.com peterk2009@gmail.com domgriff@gmail.com gorettihennessy@gmail.com matthewlowth1997@gmail.com bridieb2007@gmail.com nicky.p.morrissey@gmail.com canavanjkieran@yahoo.com alan.brett@hse.ie sean.ogall23@gmail.com vgrace100@googlemail.com deniscarey2000@yahoo.co.uk Padser1@gmail.com 1padhraicmoran@gmail.com weavy_2000@yahoo.co.uk fishegan@yahoo.com vincentdunne2011@gmail.com diarmuid_odwyer@yahoo.ie kfitzy973@hotmail.com crouchy414@hotmail.com norma@beechfieldhouse.com ryan.doc@hotmail.com gorettihennessy@gmail.com gordon.peppard@teagasc.ie cbailey07@eircom.net vmurray1@gmail.com hennessyjohn99@yahoo.com martin.doheny@gmail.com Bryansean91@gmail.com marklaffin@yahoo.com colinryan61@ymail.com

Postal Address Westcourt Green Street

Phone 868035787 868908478 864126039 Rice Park 868731612 860704225 18 Mellows Park 868414650 Flaggy Lane 860743103 Bolton 868362532 871717732 863384672 876814770 867961933 873941502 879376985 863894447 868264142 878388645 863322523 857898472 861761453 Kilbride 868849468 858820533 871337600 857845240 851913125 862398558 857865329 Bolton 863396068 Woodfield 877790618 877610499 863006512 877797082 873180156 877130547 872124763 852838304

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Coaching Equipment Audit – Date: ___________ Item

Number

Condition

Cones Ladders Agility Poles Resistance Belts Hurdles Smll Goals Pop Up Goals Full Size Goals Nets Flags First Aid Bags AED Bibs Tactics Board Free Kick Man

Other Below

Size 3 Training Balls Match Balls

Size 4

Size 5

Notes

Coach Evaluation Form The purpose of this questionnaire is to help Callan United identify our coach’s strengths & weaknesses and to highlight areas which will help develop the coach’s performance in the future. We strongly ask you to take the time to fill after your learning experience or in the case of a children’s programme, please feel free to involve feedback from them.

The results of this Evaluation Form will be only discussed as feedback to the Named Coach only.

Coach Name:

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Observation Date: _______________ Type: Training/Game

Team:

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Feedback Date:

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Organisational Skills • The coach arrives on time • The coach dresses appropriately • The coach prepares a session plan with logical progressions • The coach ensured all learning resources are in place for the session eg Cones, Balls, Goals Instructional Skills • The coach creates a safe learning environment • The coach explains & demonstrates the skills properly • The coach explains the reason for doing the activity • The coach uses appropriate skill development activities to ensure learning takes place • The coach encourages questions • The coach provides both positive & constructive feedback Health & Safety • The coach carries out an appropriate warm up activity • The coach provides a safe environment • The coach advises students of safety aspects at the start of each session Motivational/Attitudinal Skills • The coach is enthusiastic & positive • The coach is honest & fair & demonstrates a sense of fair play • The coach is a good role model & sets a positive example at all times • The coach finds a way to make all athletes feel good about themselves • The coach has an appropriate perspective about winning/losing Recommendations you have to help the coach improve Particular strengths of the coach Other comments you would like to make

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Best Practice Pre-season Checklist Coaching Team, Pre-Season Checklist Things to be done from now to the start of pre-season:           

Managers for teams and assistants.

Team selections.

Squads/Numbers how many?

Registration of players (before pre-season).

Pre-season Training (when to start and what to be doing).

Training structure for year (What needs to be accomplished?).

Training times and days (1 or 2 Nights?).

Training sessions Planners, Attendance Records, Player Evaluations.

Coaching assessments or evaluation.

Training Sessions Match day.

A. Team Managers and Assistants.

Must have at least a Kick Start 1&2 Have a good knowledge of the game Have Commitment to the Team and the Club To attend meetings involving football matters Available to attend advanced coaching courses and workshops Available to coach other teams in the club if needed Good rapport with other coaches in the club

B. Team Selections.

To be completed by mid-July.

Participation by Managers and the Coaching Team.

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Developed players must be moved up where possible in 11 aside teams.

Un-developing Players may need to be moved down a grade.

C. Squads/Numbers how many?

7 aside squads need to 10 Players.

11 aside squads need 16 to 18 Players.

Less developed teams need to balance their numbers with other teams of the same grade.

Communication between managers’s to spread numbers where possible.

Teams to develop players they have rather than moving players around unless it’s deemed necessary.

D. Registration of players (before pre-season).

To be done by all Managers.

To be completed by the middle of August.

Coaching Team must be informed of any player not re-registering or not being re-registered by a manager.

Communication between Managers in relation to player’s development and possible grading.

Coaching Team must be informed of all players that are being up-graded or moved down a grade.

E Pre-season Training (when to start and what to be doing) All teams must organise their own pre-season for their teams and inform the Coaching Committee.

All teams of the same age groups try do pre-season at the same times where possible (mainly 7 aside teams).

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A pre-season planner or structure must be prepared by all managers and given to the Coaching Team.

A fitness testing program will be prepared for teams if needed and continued throughout the season.

F. Training structure for year (What needs to be accomplished?).

A training structure must be set in place by all teams.

Players or individual player development, and team progression.

Approach to training, coaching.

The Development of knowledge and coaching skills.

Watching other coaches and sharing ideas.

Communication between coaches in relation to training sessions.

Different techniques in coaching.

Training sessions Planners of all sessions.

Attendance Records, for training and matches.

Player Evaluations throughout the year.

G. Training Times and Days (1 or 2 Nights?).

Needs to maximise training times and area.

7/8/9 aside teams of the same age train together or at the same time.

Rotation of the all-weather pitch.

H. Coaching assessments or Evaluation.

Coaches and managers throughout the year.

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I. Training sessions.

Evaluations, weekly or monthly where needed.

Coaches assessing other coaches.

Personal assessments.

J. Training sessions.

Time keeping.

Maximising of training area and time allotted.

Proper use of gear available.

Players and coaches.

Fundamental, Age specific, topic, maximum playerinvolvement.

Progression.

K. Match Day. Time keeping.

Pre-match set up ready (team picked, subs, team talk) Game information (tactical calls, constructive info, encouragement) Structure of play (training related) Post-match set up (warm down, about the game) Match reports to be filled out for all games.

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6 Phases of Long Term Player Development

PHASE 1 – THE FUNdamental PHASE Ages: 6-9 boys’ 6-8 girls The main objective of this phase is to learn all the fundamental movement skills using a wellstructured, positive and fun approach. Soccer skills should be introduced, with an emphasis on fun, skill development and small sided games. Appropriate and correct running, jumping and throwing techniques are taught using the ABC’s of athletics. Participation in as many sports as possible is encouraged. The development of these fundamental movement skills will contribute significantly to future at achievements.

LIFESTYLE  

Involvement in multi-sports Learn aspects of safety in relation to the game

PERSONAL     

Enjoyment/Fun Fair Play Positive Attitude Teamwork/Interaction skills Self esteem/confidence

TECHNICAL     

Basic motor skills: proper running, jumping and throwing technique Modified skills of different sports Knowledge of the basics of equipment Use of appropriate footwear and clothing Introduction to basic soccer skills with the ball.

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TACTICAL    

Know the basic rules and ethics of the sport Display basic game and movement concepts Play in Small Sided Games (SSG) – Basic 3v3; 5v5 in a defined area Implement basic attack and defence principles

PHYSICAL        

General overall development and mobility Running, jumping, throwing Agility, Balance, Coordination, Speed (ABCs) Develop speed, power and endurance through FUN games Develop linear, lateral and multi-directional speed Medicine ball, swiss ball and own-body exercises for strength Basic body awareness – Stage 1 Flexibility/Mobility

MENTAL      

Positive attitude to sport Confidence Concentration Achieve success and receive positive reinforcement Enjoy the game Be part of the group

PHASE 2 – LEARNING TO TRAIN PHASE Age: 9-12 boys’ 8-11 girls The main objective of this phase is to learn the specific soccer skills in conjunction with FUNdamental skills from a range of other sports. These skills form the cornerstone of all player development. An emphasis on technical development should be a key part of this phase, with the 7 v 7 game being introduced, progressing to 9 v 9.

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LIFESTYLE   

Involvement in multi-sports Inclusion of sport in lifestyle Participation in complementary sports

PERSONAL      

Understand the changes puberty will bring Accept discipline and structure Understand the relationship between effort and outcome Teamwork/interaction skills Parental support Motivation to participate

TECHNICAL    

Fundamental skills progressively refined, combined & elaborated upon to more sport specific skills Willingness and knowledge of how to practise skills Soccer specific skills: dribbling, shooting, passing, controlling Combination of skills in game related activities

TACTICAL       

Play modified and small-sided games Implement key game principles Play SSG: 9v9, 7v7, 5v5, 3v3 etc (spatial awareness: pass and move) Implement defence and attack principles in SSG Introduction to positional awareness in a variety of positions Perform basic set pieces e.g. foul throw, free kicks Know rules in relation to free kicks and offside

PHYSICAL    

Continue to develop ABCs Continue to develop speed, power and endurance through fun games Medicine ball, swiss ball and own-body exercises for strength as well as hopping and bounding exercises Basic flexibility exercises

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Warm-up and stretching Basic body awareness – Stage 2 Shoulder, elbow, core, spine and ankle stability

MENTAL       

Introduction to mental preparation Understanding of the role of practice Perseverance Confidence Concentration Achieve success and receive positive reinforcement Goal setting (short term)

PHASE 3 – TRAINING TO TRAIN PHASE Age: 12 – 16 boys’ 11 – 15 girls The main objective of this phase is to consolidate basic soccer skills, introduce the basic elements of tactics and to address the two critical periods of physical development namely the aerobic base and strength of players. It should be noted that both aerobic and strength trainability is dependent on maturation levels and not solely chronological age.

LIFESTYLE        

Employ correct nutrition/hydration practices Training and performance diary/log Time management Introduction to planning and periodisation Rest and recovery Balance playing with social and school Dealing with social problems e.g. alcohol culture, peer pressure, school, jobs etc Prepare for transition if going to UK

PERSONAL  

Interpersonal skills and learning to work in team environment Positive communication

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Discipline and personal responsibility Awareness of Peak Height Velocity and windows of trainability Creative thinking Commitment to improve/achieve goals Personal responsibility

TECHNICAL       

Individualisation of skills training to address strengths and weaknesses Consistency in performing skills/techniques: passing, dribbling, controlling Perform skills under competitive conditions Develop techniques through tactical links Positional awareness in relation to ball and opposition Passing/Possession, higher levels of ball control 1v1 dribbling technique

TACTICAL            

Undergo the early stages of tactical preparation Implement basic team principles and positions: team shape Support, showing for the ball, movement off the ball, timing of runs and angles of receiving: ‘Show-Pass- Control’ Play effectively in SSG: 4v4, 5v5, 6v6, 7v7 games (in training) Play the full 11v11 game Implement more advanced concepts of attack/defence Play in different positions Understand the rules of the game Use of space/run into space effectively Read and understand the game Display an awareness of opposition Implement concepts of width and depth

PHYSICAL          

Emphasis on general and balanced physical conditioning Aerobic training prioritised after the onset of Peak Height Velocity (PHV) Strength training prioritised in females after PHV and with the onset of menarche Strength training prioritised in males 12-18 months after PHV Shoulder, elbow, core, spine and ankle stability Flexibility training Frequent musculoskeletal evaluations during PHV Good body posture Soccer specific physical conditioning e.g. stamina, speed, strength, suppleness, skill Knows how to train different components of fitness

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MENTAL         

Goal setting (short and medium term) Imagery (practicing and improving technique and self confidence) Relaxation (deep breathing) Patience and control Concentration Continued positive reinforcement Basic anxiety control Focusing, self-talk and verbal cues Balanced and winning mentality

PHASE 4 – TRAINING TO COMPETE PHASE Ages: 16 – 18 boys’ 15 – 17 girls The main objective of this phase is to optimise fitness preparation and soccer, individual and position-specific skills as well as performance. More advanced tactical elements of the game are introduced. During this phase, high intensity individual, and position-specific training is provided to players. Soccer specific skills are performed under a variety of competitive conditions during training. Special emphasis is placed on optimum preparation by modelling training and competition.

LIFESTYLE         

Individualisation of ancillary supports Refined self-monitoring Plan career/sport options Increased knowledge on hydration and nutrition Preparation for different environments e.g. heat/cold/rain/altitude Injury prevention and recovery Understand planning and periodisation Develop a support network Awareness of scholarships and compensation schemes

PERSONAL   

Continued personal development Integration of soccer, career and life goals Economic and independence issues addressed

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TECHNICAL     

Proficiency in basic soccer skills Soccer-specific technical and playing skills under competitive conditions and at high intensity Individualisation of skills: ‘personal style’ Consistency and control Competition-simulation training

TACTICAL                      

More advanced team play and principles in the full game Carry out effective set-piece play Implement different attacking styles Individual specific role within team Awareness of new styles/systems/plays Develop a winning mentality and implement ‘winning tactics’ Ability to link to players/units of team movement on/off the ball Play in 11v11 format Develop individual strengths within confines of team style Ability to read the game Awareness of opponent’s tactics, strengths and weaknesses Event- and position-specific tactical preparation Principles of attack and defence Ability to plan and assess competition Adaptation to different situations Observe and adapt to opponents Detailed systems of play: strategies Clarity of team shape and role within the team Ability to deal with tactical problems _ Awareness of variations in systems/styles Reading the game (SWOT analysis) Plan and assess competition and prioritise Playing training game: working in SSG up to 11v11

PHYSICAL     

Soccer-, position- and individual specific intensive physical conditioning Shoulder, elbow, core, spine and ankle stability Optimum preparation: tapering and peaking Individualisation of physical capacities to address strengths and weaknesses Dealing with environmental influence

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MENTAL        

Personal responsibility and involvement in decision-making Focus and thought control – self talk /verbal cues (dealing with distractions and negative thoughts) Goal setting (long term) Performance routines and precompetition preparation Imagery (competition, different situations/problems, practising strategies) Anxiety control and relaxation (Progressive Muscle Relaxation, hypnosis) Performance routines and precompetition preparation Basic re-focusing

PHASE 5 – TRAINING TO WIN PHASE Age: 18 boys 17 girls This final phase of player preparation aims to maximise fitness preparation and soccer, individual and position-specific skills as well as performance. All of the player’s capacities are now fully established and players are trained to peak for major competitions. Training is characterised by high intensity and relatively high volume with frequent periods of rest.

LIFESTYLE     

Increased knowledge on all areas Rest and relaxation. Frequent breaks Well developed self monitoring Well developed and integrated support network/structure Career/sport planning sustained

PERSONAL 

Full integration of soccer, career and life goals

TECHNICAL     

Complete refinement of soccer specific skills Event-/competition-specific training skills are automatic/second nature Ability to improvise with skills Further development and refinement of soccer specific skills ‘Automatic’ and consistent performance of soccer specific skills

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TACTICAL            

Develop effective competition strategies Adapt strategies to situation Model all possible aspects of performance in training Play to strengths, exploit weaknesses of opponents Clarity of team shape and roles within Varying trends in the modern international tournaments Maximise on National and European competition opportunities Adapting to climatic conditions e.g. extreme heat or cold, in both training and playing SWOT analysis (individual and team) Successful tactics and strategies and necessary variation needed to winning ways The importance/ variation/options of set pieces in attack/defence organisation within

PHYSICAL     

Maintenance and possible improvement of physical capacities with a view to maximising performance Shoulder, elbow, core, spine and ankle stability All physical fitness aspects individualised Frequent prophylactic (preventative) breaks Maintenance and possible improvement of physical capacities

MENTAL       

Independent decision-making Capable of teamwork and taking advice Well-developed, refined and individualised mental skills and routines Refocusing plans/coping strategies Will to win/drive Concentration/focus Full range of mental skills (4 C’s)

PHASE 6 – RETAINMENT This phase refers to the activities performed after a player has retired from competition permanently. The aim of this phase is to retain players for coaching, sport administration, officiating or recreational participation in the game. For semi professional and professional players this phase will include career planning and transition.

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LIFESTYLE    

Pursue personal and family goals more strongly Pursue further education/career development Possible engagement in administration, coaching, media/PR Seek transition support, if required

PERSONAL 

Reset goals

TECHNICAL 

Retain skills and apply in a recreational context

TACTICAL  

Retain recreational involvement Tactics to enjoy the game

PHYSICAL    

Keep active through soccer participation Endurance training Strength training Flexibility training

MENTAL   

Relaxation Readjustment to non-competitive environment Ability to handle pressure/stress