AFL Elite Tips for High Performance Coaches & Footballers

WITH six years as coach of a NAB League side, two years at the Hawthorn Football Club, and over a decade in teaching, it’s no surprise that Torin Baker’s newly-established position at Carlton is perfect for him. We discussed his playing days and coaching journey from start to now. Torin shares plenty of great advice for young developing footballers striving to be their best. In this episode, you will learn: - Torin playing & coaching journey from start to now - His coaching philosophy and how his teaching experience assists with his ability to coach - Insight into his role at Carlton FC - His teaching experience and the football program at Maribyrnong college - Tips and tricks for developing footballer wanting to play in the AFL - Tips and tricks for developing coaches wanting to coach in the AFL - Nab league how it works and how to get into a squad and perform People mentioned: Brendon Bolton Max Bailey Will Day Sam Walsh Alastair Clarkson David Teague Patrick Cripps Damon Greaves Jacob Koschitzke Matthew Walker Emerson Jeka Sam Mitchell Subscribe to Preparelikeapro and never miss an episode, please rate and review your favourite episodes. If you get to the end of each episode of the podcast and are hungry for more, our academy is for you! Learn more about our academy: https://preparelikeapro.com/academy/

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In this episode, you will learn: - Will playing journey from start to now - His upbringing and how he approached his development living in Adelaide - How much he loves the game and how he goes about preparing himself to be at his best - How he managed to not get selected for his under 18’s state team and why he decided to change clubs in his draft year - His physical focus in the off/pre-season and how he manages his body - Tips and tricks for developing footballers wanting to play in the AFL People mentioned: Jack Scrimshaw James Sicily Tom Mitchell Sam Mitchell Blake Hardwick James Worpel Chris Newman Max Bailey Andy Otten Alastair Clarkson Changkuoth Jiath Adam Yze Luke Boyd Subscribe to Preparelikeapro and never miss an episode, please rate and review your favourite episodes. If you get to the end of each episode of the podcast and are hungry for more, our academy is for you! Learn more about our academy: https://preparelikeapro.com/academy/

In Episode 9 of the Prepare Like A Pro Podcast, I am speaking with Aaron Cornelius the back line coach at Boxhill FC, prior to Boxhill Aaron also known as Ace played for the Brisbane Lions FC. In this episode, you will learn: - Ace playing and coaching journey from start to now - His learnings from coaching in the VFL. - His role at Boxhill and how the role of a backline coach - How he managed to cope with his career-ending injury that nearly resulted in a lost limb. - His ambitions with his coaching career and why he loves coaching - Tips and tricks for developing footballers wanting to play in the AFL People mentioned: Jonathon Brown Michael Voss Max Bailey Torin Baker Jed Adcock Justin Leppitsch Stefan Martin Brent Staker Simon Black Luke Power Subscribe to Preparelikeapro and never miss an episode, please rate and review your favourite episodes. If you get to the end of each episode of the podcast and are hungry for more, our academy is for you! Learn more about our academy: https://preparelikeapro.com/academy/

In Episode 8 of the Prepare Like A Pro Podcast, I am speaking with Andy Otten the development coach at Hawthorn FC, prior to Hawthorn Andy played for the Adelaide crows FC. In this episode, you will learn: - Andy playing and coaching journey from start to now - His learnings from working in the AFL. - His role at Hawthorn and how the Hawthorn academy works - The importance of having an individualised approach and how each athlete apart of the academy will have their own development focus specific to their game - Why he chose to study sport science degree and the benefits he is finding with it - Tips and tricks for developing footballers wanting to play in the AFL People mentioned: Rory Sloane Phill Walsh Taylor Walker Don Pyke Sam Mitchell Alastair Clarkson Eddie Betts Matt Crouch Patrick Dangerfield Neil Craig Max Bailey Matthew Nicks Subscribe to Preparelikeapro and never miss an episode, please rate and review your favourite episodes. If you get to the end of each episode of the podcast and are hungry for more, our academy is for you! Learn more about our academy: https://preparelikeapro.com/academy/

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Marco is an experienced AFL development coach Marco Bello who has recently returned to South Australia to take on the role the Head of Development at Adelaide Crows. Bello has spent the past seven years at Hawthorn, serving as Box Hill VFL coach, a development coach and more recently Head of Football Academy. During his three seasons at Box Hill, he led the team to back-to-back VFL grand finals in 2014 and 2015. Prior to joining the Hawks full-time, Bello coached the Northern Knights in the TAC Cup and the Box Hill development side to a premiership in 2011. Bello is very familiar with South Australian football, having been a member of five SANFL premiership teams with Central District between 1999 and 2005. We discussed his playing days, coaching journey from start to current, Marco provided plenty of great info for developing footballers and aspiring AFL coaches. Subscribe to Preparelikeapro and never miss an episode, please rate and review your favourite episodes. If you get to the end of each episode of the podcast and are hungry for more, our academy is for you! Learn more about our academy: https://preparelikeapro.com/academy/

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In Episode 4 of the Prepare Like A Pro Podcast, I am speaking with Damian Carrol the Head of development at Collingwood FC, prior to Collingwood Damian also known as ‘DC’ was head of development at Hawthorn Fc and worked at the club during the clubs most recent 4 premierships. In this episode, you will learn: - DC’s coaching journey from start to now - His learnings from working in the AFL. - His role at Collingwood and how he manages the development program. - The importance of having an individualised approach and how each athlete apart of the academy will have their own development focus specific to their game - Tips for coaches wanting to work in the AFL - Tips and tricks for developing footballers wanting to play in the AFL People mentioned: Nathan Buckley Alastair Clarkson Max Bailey Marcos Bellos Sam Mitchell Scott Pendlebury Luke Hodge Jordan Lewis Subscribe to Preparelikeapro and never miss an episode, please rate and review your favourite episodes. If you get to the end of each episode of the podcast and are hungry for more, our academy is for you! Learn more about our academy: https://preparelikeapro.com/academy/

In Episode 3 of the Prepare Like A Pro Podcast, I am speaking with Andrew Lambart the Head Physio at Hawthorn FC. Andrew is also known as 'Bart' is the current President of the AFL Physio association. In this episode, you will learn: - Bart’s physiotherapy journey from start to now - His learnings from working in the AFL. - His role at Hawthorn and how he manages the medical program. - The importance of having an individualised strength & conditioning program for working on an athlete’s strengths whilst managing past injuries. - His role as president of the AFL Physio association - Why he values running technique and posture when it comes to developing footballers - Bart provided insight into his approach to preparing AFL footballers and how important lifestyle factors are like sleep, nutrition, and mindset. People mentioned: Luke Boyd Alastair Clarkson Anthony Fernon Chris Newman Sam Mitchell Andrew Russell Phill Merriman Ben Janson Michael Makdissi Luke Hodge Zane Leonard Jordan Lewis Sean Murphy Subscribe to Preparelikeapro and never miss an episode, please rate and review your favourite episodes. If you get to the end of each episode of the podcast and are hungry for more, our academy is for you! Learn more about our academy: https://preparelikeapro.com/academy/

Mark is a movement & rehabilitation specialist for over 15 years Mark has been experimenting with an optimal approach to freedom in movement by understanding the forces acting on the body, coupled with the investigation of the body from within. The above investigation has unveiled a view of the body and optimal functioning that has come from sitting with the understanding that the body is one functional unit. Movement is whole. He has worked with a wide variety of elite athletes such as: Chris Judd, Tom Mitchell, Max Bailey, Dylan Shiel & Luke Hodge. We discuss his journey from start to now, the importance of curiosity for elite athletes and why quality movement is so important. Subscribe to Preparelikeapro and never miss an episode, please rate and review your favourite episodes. If you get to the end of each episode of the podcast and are hungry for more, our academy is for you! Learn more about our academy: https://preparelikeapro.com/academy/

Brett Edward Deledio is a former professional Australian rules footballer who played 243 games over 12 seasons with the Richmond Football Club in the Australian Football League, and a further 32 matches over three seasons with the Greater Western Sydney Giants. We discuss his journey from junior to pro and how he found coaching at Hawthorn and his role as a player-manager for AFL footballers & prospects. Subscribe to Preparelikeapro and never miss an episode, please rate and review your favourite episodes. Patreon – PLPAcademy PS. If you love the show and want more... join Prepare Like A Pro on Patreon!! https://bit.ly/2TL2Grb Thanks for tuning in, for any inquiries or recommendations please contact us see below: Contact Email - support@preparelikeapro.com Instagram - @preparelikeapro Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/preparelikeapro Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/PLPathlete Twitter - https://twitter.com/preparelikepro