NEW in 2027!
The Hallam Secondary College Sports Academy: Football (Soccer) – Boys, is a unique program that offers a wide range of elite industry pathways for students in Years 10-12.
It is designed for those who are committed and talented in Football, Sport and and their education. It also provides unique opportunities to complete a Vocational Education and Training qualification, e.g., sports coaching, fitness or a trade qualification without leaving the college
The Football program has strong connections through our partnership with Melbourne City Group. This includes access to a range of industry leaders and experts in Football.
The program also provides access to a range of competitions over the year.
Aims
- To implement high performance conditioning and injury prevention programs for year 10, 11 and 12 students
- Implement individual long term athlete development programs and a range of short courses with a strong focus on developing skills and craft
- Develop elite skills, knowledge and understanding of Football through an education program that utilises the latest technology, processes and systems including GPS, video analysis, fitness testing and sports science
- To develop young athletes and leaders on and off the pitch
- Allow students to choose from a range of educational pathways that contribute to the new VCE.
- To learn from a range of industry experts and external coaches
Weekly Program Can Include
- Before school, strength and conditioning
- Lunchtime strength and conditioning
- Before school running clubInjury prevention programs and rehabilitation programs
- Recovery sessions
- Video review sessions
- Specific education, e.g. nutrition, GPS, recovery, load management
- Competitions
- Fitness testing
- Review of individual development plans
- Main training sessions are on Wednesday afternoon and period 1 Thursdays
Playing Opportunities
Teams participate in the following competitions:
- Melbourne City Tournaments
- SSV Knockout Competition
- Victorian All Schools Championships
Enrolments
For more information and application forms, please contact the College or click here.
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