Football NSW aids coaching development with continued delivery of ‘C’ Licence Courses

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Football NSW’s investment into coaching development has continued, with 17 ‘C’ Licence Coaching Courses delivered across eight associations and 235 participants partaking in 2022.

Along with four courses being administered at Football NSW headquarters, there have also been ‘C’ Licence Coaching Courses featured at the Northern Suburbs FA, North West Sydney FA, Blacktown District Soccer FA, Hills FA, Manly Warringah FA, Macarthur FA, Southern Districts Soccer FA as well as a joint effort involving Canterbury District Soccer FA, Football St George and Eastern Suburbs FA.

Regional ‘C’ Licence Courses have also taken shape in Albury/Wodonga, Bathurst, and the Southern Highlands while a Level 1 Goalkeeper Course has also taken shape.

Football NSW Technical Director Warren Grieve reaffirmed his intentions that more coaching courses delivered across the state will in turn see more quality coaches coming through the ranks.

“During a period that has presented significant challenges, it has been incredibly pleasing to be able to maintain our full commitment toward Coach Development,” he said via Football NSW.

“Having delivered 17 courses across Metropolitan and Regional NSW in such a short space of time demonstrates how our team have not only been flexible and adaptable to varying environments, but they have also shown commitment and professionalism to the overall process.

“We must also express our sincere thanks to the Member Associations, Regional Branches and the exceptional staff they’ve all had at their disposal which has greatly assisted to expertly deliver each of these courses.

“The Coach Development team has and will continue to grow providing more opportunities for aspiring coaches across the state.

“It’s great to see that our current educators provide quality and dedicated support and mentorship which in turn encourages a growth mindset of how we want to develop the next generation of potential coaches.”

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GIS Sydney connects students with Australia’s sporting industry

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The Global Institute of Sport (GIS) is giving students new opportunities to build careers in Australia’s growing sports industry. Combining academic study with direct access to sporting organisations, venues and industry professionals. Based at Allianz Stadium and the Sydney Cricket Ground, GIS Sydney places students at the heart of Australia’s sporting landscape. The campus gives students the chance to study while surrounded by major sporting organisations and events, creating a direct connection between education and the industry they hope to join.

Students also benefit from regular access to experienced sports professionals. More than 50 guest speakers have shared their expertise with GIS students, including representatives from FIFA, Red Bull, Cricket Australia and the AFL. These sessions give students a valuable insight into the different roles and career pathways available across the sports sector. GIS Sydney delivers programs including Sports Analytics and International Sports Business in partnership with the University of Newcastle. The courses combine academic learning with opportunities for students to develop practical skills that they can take into the workplace.

Industry experience forms another important part of the student journey. GIS provides students with 140 hours of relevant work experience, allowing them to apply their knowledge in professional settings. Students have secured placements with organisations including the Professional Football Scouts Association, Football Coaches Australia and Basketball NSW.

GIS also works with Yakka Sport to create paid employment opportunities for students while they study. This allows students to gain workplace experience while developing professional networks within the sporting community. The opportunities extend internationally, with GIS Global Sports Summits giving students access to sporting organisations and venues in destinations including London and Miami.

For students pursuing careers in sport, GIS Sydney is creating a pathway that combines education, practical experience and industry connections. By bringing students closer to the people and organisations shaping the sector, GIS is helping the next generation turn their interest in sport into professional opportunities.

Arncliffe Aurora’s Riverine Park investment creates a platform for growth

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Arncliffe Aurora Football Club has started a new chapter with the launch of Riverine Park, creating a larger platform for football, community engagement and long-term growth in Sydney’s St George region. More than 2,500 people attended the community opening on 8 August, marking the club’s first matches at its new home and showcasing a significant upgrade in its operating capacity.

Riverine Park provides two full-size natural turf football fields, modern player and community amenities, and a new clubhouse. The additional capacity responds to strong growth in Arncliffe Aurora’s football programs, particularly at junior level. The club has also highlighted a $2.5 million investment in facility upgrades. Together with its existing Arncliffe Park base, Riverine Park gives Aurora two homes and a stronger physical platform for its football operations.

More capacity allows the club to accommodate more teams, players and programs, while updated facilities can support stronger member retention and recruitment. They create more opportunities for coaching, development programs, events and community activities. The new site can also strengthen the club’s commercial proposition; a modern facility gives sponsors greater visibility and provides more opportunities to activate partnerships around football and community events. It can also help the club build relationships with schools, community organisations and football bodies. That matters as grassroots clubs increasingly operate as community hubs rather than simply sporting organisations.

Riverine Park also creates opportunities for the wider football ecosystem. Football St George has identified the facility as a platform to grow participation and provide opportunities for players of different ages, abilities and backgrounds. Bayside Council’s project includes upgraded change rooms, toilets, canteen facilities, lighting, seating and solar panels, adding further functionality to the precinct.

For Arncliffe Aurora, the investment is therefore about more than adding fields. It creates infrastructure that can support participation, player development, community programs and commercial activity over the long term. The challenge now shifts from construction to utilisation. The club must maximise the new capacity, maintain the assets and convert greater participation into a sustainable operating model to benefit the community long-term.

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