SPECIALIST PROGRAMS SPORT Our Specialist Netball and World Football p rograms allow students with a passion for these sports to train and develop under the skilled guidance of elite coaches. Students attend these programs in place of regular Health and PE, for either first semester (general) or both semesters (advanced). Program Objectives • To improve playing performance of players in Years 7-10 • To excel in State Knockout and Saturday morning competitions • To promote an elite sport culture by providing improved coaching and development programs - identifying/coaching ‘patterns of play’ • To adopt best practice in all areas of program development, administration and management • To develop an understanding of how players learn and related issues in sports science Program Structure Gleeson College’s Specialist Sports Programs focus on: • Individual ball handling training • SAQ - Speed, Agility and Quickness training (quick feet movement improved coordination and fast twitch training) • Playing skills • Team related tactical knowledge - Group plays, tactics and communication • Basic Umpiring Clinic • Fitness - Aerobic, speed and agility testing • Pre-match preparation skills including dietary requirements and post-match recovery techniques Program Pathways Successful completion of the course will provide opportunities to pursue: • Careers in Semi-Professional Netball • Coaching • Umpiring • Study in SACE pathway of Physical Education or Certificate III in Fitness (delivered at Gleeson College) • Work in Sport and Recreation