Future Sapphires Program
The Future Sapphires program is a supplementary program for talented female football players in the Under 15, Under 16 & Under 18 age grades. The program has been introduced to maintain a ‘best vs best’ environment for those talented players that form the Football NSW State team whom compete at the National Youth Championships each year.
The Future Sapphires program will work in tandem with Clubs and their technical staff to ensure all players involved receive a minimum of four training contacts per week, alongside the regular season Club matchday. This will ensure Football NSW and its Clubs continue to foster high-performance environments and meet key recommendations of Football Australia and FIFA. The Future Sapphires program will run year round, totaling a 40-week program, delivered directly by Football NSW at Valentine Sports Park. The Program will sit atop the Football NSW led talented player pathway in NSW, underpinned by Club programs, the Talent Support Program (TSP) and Talent Development Scheme (TDS) matches in association with Football Australia.
The player-centered program will be strongly focused on the development of the individual within the program, with in-depth support provided to players across key competency areas:
- Technical Development
- Tactical Development
- Physical Development
- Psychological Development
- Personal Development
The Program technical staff will work closely with the individual and their Club coach/Technical Director to ensure alignment and transparency to provide the best environment and opportunities for the individual.
Contact
Player Development Manager - Girls