Some thoughts on the process of developing strikers in youth football
If scoring goals is the objective of football, then developing strikers deserves more attention than it often receives.
Tag: Youth Development
Examining the Junior Development League (JDL) pathway – is it early specialisation or early engagement?
An evidence-informed examination of early specialisation, early engagement and what the Junior Development League means for long-term player development in Australian football.
What can we learn from skill acquisition research to improve finishing in youth footballers?
Finishing is one of the most visible and valuable skills in football, yet, in my experiences working in and observing youth development environments, one of the most misunderstood…
An initial reflection on the current state of youth football in NSW & Australia
A reflection on youth football, performance pathways, and why relationships must come before results.
Behind the scenes of Marconi’s youth football development program
New youth teams for A-League clubs has seen a geographical shift in the distribution of Australia’s young talent, but Marconi Stallions is demonstrating it is possible for existing NPL clubs to produce quality young footballers.