Welcome to Swooper Coach
The result of over 40 years of experience of the VFL/AFL legend John Northey.
Over this time, John has gathered volumes of data and proven strategies on the game of Australian Rules Football which he has now decided to share with the rest of the world.
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Ranging in topics and may often include a free football drill that can be discussed directly with John and the Swooper Coach team.
Kick and Handball Warm up drill.
Warm up Drill. A little more concentration in the second part of the drill. Handball and Kicking warm up Drill Click here. Once drill is opened up Click again to start drill going.
The art of goal kicking.
From a direct shot, maintain a straight line. Follow directions. This will take many sessions to correct your run in. Goal Kicking Daniel Bradshaw Click on heading.
Action, Effect, Results
This doc is about the effect if we Do, if we don’t. Effects Rules and Beyond Click Here.
Giving Respect to all
Respect is the most important component of Coaching. Respecting the players — Click below
Living the Dream
Living the Dream (in a different way) In Phoenix , Arizona a 26-year-old mother stared down at her 6 year old son, who was dying of terminal leukemia. Although her heart was filled with sadness, she also had a strong feeling of determination. Like any parent, she wanted her son to grow up & fulfill…
Free AFL Football Drills
Drills to assist you in your coaching journey.
Creating a Culture and Building Foundations
My thinking has changed from previous years, e.g. have the fittest team going around. (still required) Now that football has changed I think training should be made up of the following items.
What is Swooper Coach?
Swoopercoach is an online learning centre for coaches and players to Commonsense Coaching created and managed by John “Swooper” Northey & his expert coaching team.
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