Alex Tobin appointed Football NSW State Technical Director
In what is a major coup for Football NSW, the former Australian Captain brings not only a wealth of playing experience but the AFC and FFA coaching qualifications that make Tobin the ideal candidate in delivering the National Curriculum.
Tobin was elated with the appointment and is looking forward to the challenges that lie ahead.
?It?s fantastic to be on board with Football NSW.
?I am really looking forward to the challenge.
?Both the FFA and Football NSW recognise that the quality of players being produced needs to be raised.
?My aim will be to create a culture in youth football and with all registered coaches in NSW where elite development is the absolute priority.
?I understand that the road is long but working with the football community I can make a positive impact in this role.?
Football NSW CEO Eddie Moore has seen the appointment of Tobin as a landmark decision in the development of future football stars.
?Football NSW is delighted to have someone with the experience and reputation of Alex on board.
?There were a number of highly qualified candidates and Football NSW would like to thank all applicants for their time and effort.
?Alex?s contribution I?m sure will be a significant plus for the development of the sport and all elite footballers ? both boys and girls in NSW.?
The 45-year-old will be working in a number of key areas and will play a key role in assisting the National (FFA) Technical Director in establishing a talent identification network within NSW as well as undertaking the management of the whole Football NSW representative program including Academy programs, NSW coaching appointments and developing and implementing talented player pathway plans.
This will build on the highly regarded Project 22 initiatives developed in recent years.
Alex commences his duties as Football NSW Technical Director on Monday July 4th 2011.
Alex Tobin Fact File
Full name: Alexander Hugh Tobin
Born 3rd November 1965
Place of Birth: Adelaide
Playing Experience
(Club)
1984 ? 2000 ? Adelaide City Soccer Club 436 games 27 goals
2000 ? 2002 ? Parramatta Power FC 48 games 4 goals
2002 ? 2004 ? Northern Spirit FC 38 games
*National Soccer League (Played 21 seasons, 522 games, 31 goals)
-5 NSL Grand Finals
-2 Joe Marston Medals
Country
1988-1999 Australian National Team 113 games 3 goals (87 ?A? Internationals, 26 Non ?A? Internationals)
1996 ? 1999 Captain of the Australian National Team (30 games)
1988 ? Olympic Games (South Korea)
1985 ? Australian National Team Under 20?s
Tertiary Education
Bachelor of Architectural Studies (Adelaide University)
Coaching Qualification
AFC/FFA A Licence
-Football NSW Media Release
