G’day, my name is Steven Osborne (Oz) and I’m head coach for the U16’s this year, which I’m very thankful for the opportunity and looking forward to the season ahead.

I thought it a good idea to share some initial information with you all for consideration as we begin our training.

Coaching Assistance
I’d like to thank Mat Hoctor and Gavin Piazza for volunteering their time to assist coaching the group with me.  More hands make light work they say, but this will also provide opportunities to work with smaller groups and enhance the learning environment for the players.

If anyone is interested in taking on a formal coaching role with the group, please reach out to myself or Mat (as our Club’s coach co-ordinator).

Training
Training will initially be held on Mon / Wed nights at the Marist main oval.  Training begins on Monday the 10th of Feb, starting at 4:30pm and finishing at 5:45pm.

We will transition to Tue / Thu nights in the coming weeks, but we will communicate that once it has been organised.

Players are recommended to bring their mouth guards for the contested drills we will have during each session.  At this time of year, if possible it’s worth having both runners and footy boots, to cater for the firmer ground.  And definitely bring water bottles to keep hydrated!


Training Assistance
If there are any parents/guardians available during the training session, we invite you to come onto the ground and assist us.  It doesn’t matter what your experience is, it would be a great help and I’m sure the boys would get a kick out of it.


I aim to share information with you regularly as we progress through the year so until next time, seeyabye!

Oz