Episode 170: #170 Lewis Johnson: Making the transition from an AFL player into the 'real world'.
Lewis Johnson joins the show for episode 170. Former first round draft pick for the Sydney Swans (pick 12) and Adelaide Football Club player, we discuss his experiences in AFL football, his transition into life post AFL football and his current coaching role in the SANFL with Woodville West Torrens.Lewis gives great insight into the challenge of making the transition into the 'real world' and gives great advice and shares key learnings that he has had with regards to his own career and financial decisions. He explains some of the pitfalls that can cause financial stress and how to avoid them. We also discuss things that set him up to get drafted, AFL coaches and their influence on him and much more. Enjoy
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Episode 169: #169 Jamie Cassidy-McNamara: Coaching a standalone VFL Club
This episode features guest Jamie Cassidy-McNamara, current Head Coach of the Coburn Lions in the VFL. During this chat we discuss a whole range of aspects of coaching including skill acquisition and the importance of planning your sessions, training skills that translate into the games, setting standards and expectations, key focus when starting a head coaching role at a new club, key principals to better and more consistent footy, common coaching mistakes, who he sees as a successful AFL coach and why, book recommendations and plenty more! Check it out
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Episode 168: #168 If I was 16yo and playing AFL footy was my dream, this is what I would do
If I was 16yo and playing AFL was my dream this is what I would do now! It starts with setting the goal and identifying your strengths and having the right mindset for success. From there is is all about building those skills, game knowledge, fitness, recovery habits, nutrition and hydration. It also includes being a great person, leader, teammate and getting advantages where you can! For all those young players out there who dream of playing AFL, check this out.
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Episode 167: #167 7 Things to consider before you start coaching
During this episode Joc discusses seven things you need to consider before starting to coach for the first time. They include: Why do you want to coach; Your football experience; Time commitments; Head Coach or assistant; Team demographics; Club support and people; Coaching ambitionsCheck it out to find out more
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Episode 166: #166 B.H.A.G. and why they are important
EP166 Joc discusses B.H.A.G. (BIG HAIRY AUDACIOUS GOALS). The term originated from Jim Collins author of 'Good to Great' and 'Built to last'. Having a big long term goal (5-10+ years) was a key difference from his research into 'great' companies compared to just 'good' companies. In this episode Joc discusses how this can be applied to a Football Team and an individual player or coach. There are a number of reasons why you should have BHAG and during this chat Joc discusses those reasons and how it can give you as a coach, player or your team the edge year after year. Check it out
This podcast is for footy coaches across Australia and beyond to be used as a resource to make your footy coaching a success whether you are just starting or have been coaching for years. Enjoy
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