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2 OUR PHILOSOPY We know that the benefits kids get from playing the beautiful game goes way beyond the pitch. Our philosophy for First Strike is simple. It starts and ends with growing good people for the future, with the added outcome of being the best football player they can be. We are all about: Team Work Makes the Dream Work True football fans know that no one player makes a team. Yes, the Messi s, Beckham s and Ronaldo s of the world are awesome sportsman, but without their team backing them, assisting goals and defending in the backs, World Cup wins would simply not happen. We want our players to play with heart and head and to put the team before their own victory. This is the only way to achieve success in football. Work Hard Play Hard Of course we want our players to work hard on the pitch, to listen to instruction and to grow as athletes. But, we know that this is just one part of developing a life long love of football. For kids to learn and grow, they need to engage with what they are doing, and the best way to do this is by having fun! In fact, having FUN is the most important part! "At First Strike Football, each program has been carefully designed to challenge players, inspire personal and athletic growth, foster mateship, compassion and to encourage kids to be kids!"

3 DEVELOPMENT SQUAD This program has been designed to maximise technical and tactical skill development in players. We focus on advanced technical training, problem solving, cognitive development and advanced game play whilst having a ball at the players feet. Developing good first touch; Running into space; Advanced tactics and game play; Striking; Attacking and Defending; Footwork, and Advanced Agility and Fitness. programs Player Suitability: Intermediate to advanced players. FUN AND FITNESS This program has been designed to build a solid skills foundation in a fun, fast paced and creative environment. To start with, we focus on getting the football fundamentals under our belts and then work on refining the technical elements of the game through drills, play and in a game scenario. Developing good first touch; Running into space; Fundamental tactics and game play; Striking; Attacking and Defending; Footwork, and Agility and Fitness. Player Suitability: Beginner to Intermediate players. Beginner to Intermediate players. LITTLE STRIKERS We love this little gem of a program! Designed for budding players aged between 3 5 years, this fun fundamentals program works to build confidence, develop coordination and gross motor skills and to encourage a sense of play. Fundamental skills and drills; Coordination and gross motor development; Improving listening skills, and Fun and fitness. Player Suitability: 3 5 year olds.

4 "Playing football with your feet is one thing, but playing with your heart is another.." PLAYER CODE OF CONDUCT Players will: Play by the rules and with respect for yourself and others; Represent yourself, your team and the academy with honour and grace; Put the good of the team first...always!; Encourage mateship and good sportsmanship; Work hard on the pitch and give your training 100% effort; Listen and learn at every opportunity; Have fun and enjoy the moment! PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT Parents will: Encourage your child to participate and show them unwavering support; Take a backseat and let the coaches do the coaching; Focus on performance and effort; not win or lose outcomes; Demonstrate sportsman like behaviour and a respect for others; Enjoy the game along with your child! FIRST STRIKE FOOTBALL CODE OF CONDUCT We will: Encourage your child to participate and show them unwavering support: Nurture skill development and encourage them to 'put in' and do their best; Focus on performance and effort, not win or lose outcomes; Demonstrate sportsman like behaviour and a respect for others; Encourage and environment that is supportive, equitable and driven; Keep our professional skills level high and focus on ongoing professional development. Commit to providing a safe environment.

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Ashton on Mersey FC Club Vision & Coaching Philosophy Ages 4-16

Ashton on Mersey FC Club Vision & Coaching Philosophy Ages 4-16 Who we are AoM FC Who we are Wellfield Soccer Skills Centre was formed in 1994 by Tony Lowe & Ed Salmon as a soccer skills centre. This was