DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK

Our Youth Development Plan follows the PIPE Progression Framework across the Four Development Pillars.

P – PLAY – Ball Mastery, Execution & Game Involvement

I – IQ/INTELLIGENCE – Decision Making, Awareness & Tactical thinking

P – PERSONALITY – Leadership, Attitude, Character, Discipline & Resilience

E – EFFORT – Work ethic, Focus, Growth mindset

X4 Pillars of Development – Technical, Social, Physical & Psychological.
3-5 Tiers of Progression – Foundation, Emerging, Developing, Competent, Advanced.
Age Range Adaptable – 7-15 years, self-paced, growth focused.

Under 8 Pre Leagues - Entry Level, learning fundamentals. 3v3 & 4v4 - Fundamental Development Stage.

Under 9 Rookies - Entry Level, learning fundamentals. 5v5 Foundation Development Stage.

Under 9 Juniors - First step into broader team play. 7v7. Foundation Development Stage.

Under 10 Cadets - Structured Development Phase. 7v7. Skills Development Stage.

Under 11 Novas - Beginning to think tactically. 9v9 Skills Development Stage.

Under 12 Prospects - Emerging Talent -Identifying long term potential. 9v9. Skills Development Stage.

Under 13 Pre-Elite - Prepares players for elite level demands. 11v11. Preparation for Professional Development Stage.

Under 14 Youth Development - Full tactical, physical & mental phase. 11v11. Professional Development Stage.

Under 15 Development Squad - Bridging talent & performance. 11v11. Professional Development Stage.

Under 16-18 Senior Academy - Preparing for Senior Level Football. 11v11. Professional Development Stage.

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