Kicking is becoming more and more scrutinised as players transition from junior to teenage age groups. We are finding that players are spending less time in developing this particular area at the key skill development ages of 7 to 13. Here at Vida Footy, we are experiencing players that are prepared to invest in […]
Our resident kicking specialist, Sav Rocca had an article published by the Herald Sun by reporter Jay Clark talking about the importance of specialized skills training in footy. At Vida footy, we belive in doing the extra work in making sure skills are developed at a young age. When Sav came on board, we continued […]
There are many ways to coach. Different techniques, visions, goals, values and communication methods. The end results of whatever coaching methods we use is usually measured in the success of the pre determined goal at the start of the season. In senior footy this is usually measured in a Premiership Flag, for juniors it should […]
Throughout the year, players should be encouraged to kick on both sides of their body. A player who can do has a significant advantage when it comes to playing at a higher level. Even if your player’s goals is not to play AFL, it is still important to teach both sides as it is a […]
Throughout the off-season, it’s a great time to work on your fundamentals before next years season. The following will go through the main steps in working on your kicking technique. If you would like further help with your kicking and other skills for that matter, why not come and try our Skills Sessions this […]
Extra handball work Over term four 2018, we ran some programs for most junior levels and abilities. One of the takeaways from them was that a high number (not all) players were not hand-balling the ball very well. The main concern is that players were throwing and punching the ball out of the air and […]
Once again, thanks to everyone who came to the Bulleen Holiday Program this week. We all had a great time, and we are sure everyone learnt something from their time with us. Over the three days we covered a range of topics and skills which are sure to make each person a better player than […]
New Holiday Program formats for 2018 – Get more out of your time at Vida Footy in 2018. You spoke, and we listed. In 2018 we are offering more Holiday Programs and longer hours to enhance the Vida Footy experience. From the April Holidays onward we will be changing our regular Venue, and also […]
Congratulations to Matthew Signorello for getting drafted to the Adelaide Crows at pick number 62. Matthew has a great life opportunity which footy has given him, and we wish him all the best. How did he get there? Matthew, a 184cm tough, quick and athletic midfielder started his junior footy at West Preston Lake Side […]
