Norfolk Coaches Association
Developing Coaching Knowledge For All Levels
The NFCA has been in existence for a number of years but in 2001 it was decided that an revamp was needed in order to bring us in line with the requirements of a 21st century coach.
The NFCA allows coaches the opportunity to identify what they would like the association to provide for both their learning and enjoyment.
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It was decided that the best way to provide this was through:
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Accordingly the NFCA set about arranging seminars and workshops to meet these requirements and put the following programme together:
2001
| Warm Up/Cool Down Exercises |
- | Dave Carolan NCFC Sports Scientist |
| Brazilian Football |
- | Simon Clifford, Futebol de Salao |
| Fun Games for all ages |
- | Shaun Turner FITC |
| UEFA B Session |
- | Keith Rudd, UEFA “A” Badge Holder |
| Football Injuries |
- | Tim Sheppard, former NCFC Physio |
| Talent Identification | - | Sammy Morgan, NCFC Academy Director Colin Watts, NCFC Youth Development Officer |
2002
| Coaches Dinner | - | Barry Fry, Bryan Gunn |
| Goalkeeping Exercises, Drills |
- | Martin Thomas |
| Basic Passing Drills | - | Phil Hoadley, Former NCFC Player |
| Pre Season Training |
- | Tim Sheppard, Former NCFC Physio |
| Development Day | - | Keith WebbNCFC Reserve Team Coach Gary Butcher, NCFC Academy Coach Ian Thornton, Director FITC Shaun Turner, FITC |
| Level 1 Games | - | Jamie Houchen FA Football Development Manager |
| Speed and Endurance Drills- | - | Dave Carolan, NCFC Sports Scientist |
2003
| Advanced Coaching Session | - | Nigel Worthington, NCFC Manager |
| Tactical Analysis, Set Plays |
- | NCFC Staff |
| Agility, Mobility Drills | - | Dave Carolan, NCFC Sports Scientist |
I think you’ll agree a wide range of quality sessions with quality coaches which were all attended by between 50-100 local coaches.
The future of the Association is bright with strong links being forged with Norfolk County FA, Norwich City FC and Football in the Community.
Remember the Coaches Association is for you, the coach and therefore your ideas and suggestions will be greatly valued. Any ideas or information you would like to put forward then please send them to Norfolk County FA or speak to one of the Committee Members.
To be part of this beneficial Coaches Organisation whether you are qualified or unqualified please contact Kate Dixon for a membership application form at Norfolk County FA, Plantation Park, Blofield, Norwich. 01603 717177