AFL

About the program

The AFL TSP will combine the development of young AFL players’ talents with an outstanding education. We aim to provide a six year program of support that enables participants to access the best coaching, resources, competitions, technical development and learning in a multicultural environment that reflects the game.

The partnership with the QBE Sydney Swans Academy will provide Technical Training, Strength and Conditioning, Match analysis and Expertise.
Nick Davis – Youth Development Coach (Sydney Swans Academy) is our full time Head Coach.
Assistant Coach Kieran Donohue - All schools and Sydney Swans Academy Coach.
Anees Davids - AFL Level 1, Strength, and Conditioning Specialist Coach.
The program now has over 65 players, both male and female.
In essence, it’s a school-based program that is led and managed by Level 2 AFL Coach and Teacher with the teacher mentor as a Level 1 accredited Coach.

Advantages

Support in the classroom and understanding the pressures on talented athletes.

The curriculum will be designed to assist students in sporting pursuits but recognises and ensures support for a well-rounded education.
A flexible timetable that maximises schooling and their football within the rules of the Department of Education and Communities.
Sport time and PE time devoted to AFL Skills, Fundamentals and Strength and Conditioning.
TSP mentors that offer individual attention to our students in AFL and in the classroom.
• Provide expert training for students through QBE Sydney Swans Academy.
A safe and invigorating environment for all students.
ESHS promotes a school culture where staff work collaboratively with students to achieve their personal best academically, on the sporting field & in the community, through quality learning programs, respectful relationships & commitment.

What we offer in the program

Excellent Strength and Conditioning Coach and indoor Facilities for recovery.

Links and communication between clubs and strengthening support of AFL within the Sutherland Shire.
Video analysis of games and sessions.
In school curriculum time technical sessions Highly qualified coaches who are committed to the AFL Curriculum and directions for the development of players in A.

Coaching staff

Sydney East AFL Manager (Boys)