The Footy Coach Podcast

Upon recently reading Bill Belichick's biography book by Ian O'Connor (which I loved) I share 6 coaching lessons that I took away and share them here. They include: 1. Work ethic 2. List decisions 3. List build and team culture 4. Game planning to win 5. Motivational talks 6. Testing coaching and team staff.
Check it out (and the book too!)

This episode we get first time coach Chris Whelan on the show to discuss his learnings from this past season. Coaching the U14's at Langwarrin FC, Chris shares things he didn't know prior to coaching and how that can help you, myths and mistakes of a first time coach, common coaching mistakes, things first time coaches have to do, outside the box things that a coach needs to be aware of and plenty more! Check it out

Episode 149 we continue our off season recommendation series, this time discussing coaches. Tune in and find out what we recommend you do as a coach to keep elevating our game and make next season your best one yet.

During this episode Joc discusses his four recommendations for junior players during the offseason:
1. Play a complimentary sport
2. Keep a footy in your hands
3. Get extra coaching - Footy Camps, Private Coaching
4. Don't overdo it

Take a listen to hear these recommendations explained and why they are important. 

Michael Swann is the current List and Recruiting Manager of the mighty Brisbane Lions in the AFLW. Brisbane won the AFLW Premiership in 2023 and during this chat we discuss his role around list management and what it takes in the AFLW right now. We cover what the process is post season regarding list management decisions, relationship between Senior Coach and List Manager, what a typical week looks like for him, player payments being made public, book recommendations and plenty more! Check it out

Episode 146 we discuss the off season (September - November). Usually a 6 to 12 week span that starts after your last game of the season and finishes when your pre season starts. During this episode we look at a number of key things you can do (and not do) that will set you up for your best season yet next year. Listen to this episode to find out what these key things are!

Episode 145 brings Collingwood's General Manager of List Management Derek Hine to the show. Having been in the role for over 20 years we dive into what the role entails, the challenging decisions on players that need to be made each year, the relationship between the coach and list manager, the process of following players to the draft, players needing to enjoy the life of a footballer and the mental pressures that the highest level requires and much more! Check it out

Private coaching 1on1 or 1on2 can have major benefits to the development of a footballer regardless of whether you are a junior just starting your football journey or an established senior footballer looking to take your game to another level. During this episode Joc takes your through what private coaching is and how it can benefit you as a footballer. What skills you can work on, how it differs from the coaching you get within your team and why it is becoming so popular today. Check it out

Episode 143 brings current forwards coach for the Western Bulldogs Football Club and premiership player for Hawthorn Fc Matt Spangher to the show. During this episode we discuss a whole range of topics including forward line set up' and structures and aligning that with players you have, the relationship between offence and defence, AFL coach he admires, common coaching mistakes, key principals for better and more consistent footy, myths and mistakes in training and much more! Check it out

Brett Deledio was selected at pick 1 in the 2004 AFL Draft by the Richmond Football Club. He went on to play 275 AFL games, win 2 Best and Fairest's, 2x All Australian and 2005 Rising Star winner. During this episode we dive into the lead up to the draft, what he did well, his work ethic, key learnings as a young footballer. We discuss his dedication and weekly routine to get the best out of himself that he sustained throughout his career, leadership lessons and his key learning's, myths and mistakes in training, AFL player and coach he admires and why. We also find out the player he saw as exceeding their talent and how they did it, book recommendations and plenty more!