Football South Coast Player Selection Policy Version 2 published 20 th March 2014

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1 Version 2 published 20 th March 2014 OBJECTIVE FSC aims to develop and deliver programs and services to developing and talented players and coaches within the Illawarra Region. Our main goal is to assist identified players to achieve excellence and success at local representative, State and eventually national level. FSC runs a number of development programs and competitions which includes the Skills Acquisition Program (SAP) and the Regional League Competition. SAP FSC is part of the FNSW SAP for under 9, 10 and 11. FNSW State Technical Director Alex Tobin stated that the 2013 SAP aims to deliver an enhanced football development opportunity to the States talented youth players, providing them the platform and foundation as they embark on the elite player pathway. The SAP incorporates the principles of the FFA National Curriculum and is an elite non competition representative tournament all about development for talented players. FSC SAP juniors train 3 nights per week and play each week against clubs and associations such as Macarthur Rams, Sutherland Sharks, St George and Southern Branch. Each squad comprises of 20 juniors and includes 2 girls in each team. The training of these squads is unique to any other association / club participating in SAP in that each squad has two highly qualified coaches to develop players to their full potential. All players are selected through a trial process. From the SAP, players have the potential to be selected to play in the FNSW Premier League with the South Coast Wolves or to participate in the Regional League Competition. The South Coast Wolves gives our juniors the opportunity to play football at the highest level within NSW. It is our regions representative team which is part of the elite pathway.

2 RLC The RLC was first implemented in 2013 to provide male youth players a development opportunity between club football and FNSW Premier League football. It is a program designed to prepare players for tactical and technical challenges of the FNSW premier League competition. The FSC RLC competes against Sutherland Shire, St George, Southern Districts, Southern Branch, Inter Lions, and Hakoah Sydney City East Football Clubs. The age groups are U12, U13, U14 and U15 and all players are selected through a trial process.

3 The process for FSC selection is divided into four key development steps which clearly defined the accountable and transparent process that will ensure on going success for both players coaches and the organisation Development Programs FSC also runs various development programs for both boys and girls. The selection of these development program squads may be through trials as co-ordinated between FSC and the Junior clubs. SELECTION PROCESS 1. Trial Participants All trial information will be held to all members of the public including member clubs and schools with trial dates to publicised on the Football South Coast web page and Face Book page. 2. Selection Panel The selection of these players will be made by three panel members one of which will consist of the FSC Technical Director and two FSC coaches or other FSC delegates which can include coaches from FSC clubs or elite representative clubs such as the South Coast Wolves and Illawarra Stingrays. These panel members will comprise of qualified and accredited coaches holding appropriate FFA coaching licenses. The selection panel will rank each trialling participant in accordance with the outlined criteria. All three panellists will then consult to order and rank the players for selection. 3. Conflict of Interest All members of the Technical Committee will declare any potential conflict of interest in the selection of teams. A potential conflict of interest includes (but not limited to) interest in associated businesses, family relationships. All potential conflicts of interest will be brought to the attention of the CEO of Football South Coast and the FSC Technical Director who will decide on appropriate measures to manage the issue. Balance: Players are selected to give the team an overall balance, spreading all skills throughout the squad.

4 4. Selection Criteria Technical Ability Technical ability incorporates a player s skill level with the ball and the technique applied when in possession of the ball under pressure. These core skills are outlined by Football Federation Australia in The FFA National Curriculum Striking The Ball This includes all forms all forms of striking the ball such as short/long passing; shooting, crossing and heading. First Touch Controlling the ball with all body parts with exception to the arms (Outfield Players) 1v1 All moves, feints and accelerations to get past and away from an opponent Running with the Ball At speed (with a lot of space) or dribbling (in tight areas), this includes techniques for protecting the ball and changing direction In addition to the 4 core skills, the selection panel will also assess a player on 1) Positioning 2) Communication Left and / or right footedness The ability to use one or both feet. The ability to perform the above techniques in specific formats of the game: 1v1, 4v4, 7v7, 9v9, 11v11

5 In addition to the above technical skills and abilities, for year olds, players will be further assessed against Key Principles as outlined in The Football Coaching Process published by Football Federation Australia. In Ball Possession (BP) Effective Possession - structured build-up Effective Possession controlled possession in middle 3 rd Combination Play organised opponent Combination Play disorganised opponent Individual Skill to create scoring opportunities Individual Skill to convert scoring chances Ball Possession Opponent (BPO) Win the ball back as soon as possible Deny opponents time and space to build-up Limit opponents ability to create scoring chances. Transition from Ball Possession to Ball Possession Opponent Immediate transition into BPO positions Press the ball carrier immediately Limit opponents passing options Make field as small as possible Transition from Ball Possession Opponent to Ball Possession Immediate transition into BP positions Quick Forward passing Quick forward movement Make the field as big as possible

6 Personality Traits A player's personality must be taken into account as part of the process to ensure a positive experience for the player and their potential teammates. This may be hard to assess on the day however, may require a discussion with the players' existing coaches if there are any concerns. Have a strong work ethic and be prepared to challenge themselves; be creative in how they play their football be highly self-motivated and keen to achieve goals; have strong focus on the task at hand; be able to respond positively to instructions and constructive criticisms; show commitment, dedication and determination; possess resilience and an ability to stay positive even when not all is going well; have good communication skills, and demonstrate a sense of responsibility and respect towards their teammates, coaches, parents and the opposition Individual application in training and competition Team/Squad orientation ability to fit in Potential to improve 5. Notification of Selection All participants in the Final selection process consisting of trials shall be advised, in writing, within days of the final selection date, as to those who have been selected. Players selected into older age groups. A player who demonstrates that they are technically and tactically capable of performing in a higher age group shall be considered for selection by the Technical Director. An assessment will be conducted based initially on technical and tactical measures but shall also include such things as the player s strength, stamina and physique in relation to the general player from that particular age group. Any players not selected are welcome to contact the selection panel and the FSC Technical Director for feedback.

7 6. Coaches FSC Technical Director appoints development coaches on a yearly basis. Once all team coaches are appointed the technical director gives direction on all aspects of team procedures and policies. Each coach will receive coach education through periodical plans, coaching systems and tactics and de briefing sessions to ensure that the team coach can develop to their maximum. A report will be issued at the end of the program.

8 Assessment Form to be completed by the Selection Panel Assessment Criteria Rate out of 10 (10 being highest) and any comments Poor Avg Good V. Good Excellent Technical Ability in 1v1, 2v2,4v4,7v7,9v9,11v11 formats of the game Striking the Ball - This includes all forms all forms of striking the ball such as short/long passing; shooting, crossing and heading. First Touch - Controlling the ball with all body parts with exception to the arms (Outfield Players) 1v1 - All moves, feints and accelerations to get past and away from an opponent Running With The Ball - At speed (with a lot of space) or dribbling (in tight areas), this includes techniques for protecting the ball and changing direction Left and / or right footedness

9 Assessment Criteria Rate out of 10 (10 being highest) and any comments Poor Avg Good V. Good Excellent Ability to use both feet Positioning Communication Key Principles (13-17 year olds) Comments In Ball Possession (BP) Effective Possession - structured build-up Effective Possession controlled possession in middle 3 rd Combination Play organised opponent Combination Play disorganised opponent Individual Skill to create scoring opportunities Individual Skill to convert scoring chances Ball Possession Opponent (BPO) Comments Win the ball back as soon as possible Deny opponents time and space to buildup Limit opponents ability to create scoring chances. Transition from Ball Possession to Ball Possession Opponent Comments Immediate transition into BPO positions

10 Assessment Criteria Rate out of 10 (10 being highest) and any comments Poor Avg Good V. Good Excellent Press the ball carrier immediately Limit opponents passing options Make field as small as possible Transition from Ball Possession Opponent to Ball Possession Comments Immediate transition into BP positions Quick Forward passing Quick forward movement Make the field as big as possible This assessment form will be completed for those participants that have been shortlisted after initial trials.

11 Assessor Name: Assessor Signature: Assessment Date: Assessment Purpose:

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