Skill Acquisition Phase Program (SAP) - (9 to 12)
REGISTER FOR SAP TRIALS IN COFFS
REGISTER FOR SAP TRIALS IN CLARENCE
The Skill Acquisition Phase (SAP) is an Australian-wide program to perfect and accelerate the skill development of identified players at the critical ages of 9 to 12. This period is the age group universally acknowledged to be at the ideal mental and physical stage to develop both fine and gross motor skills in a football context.
The program is conducted starting with trials in October and then training from February to September with Gala Days held throughout against other programs in Northern NSW.
AIM
The aim is to provide the necessary technical ‘tools’ for players to help them be able to play the game at the highest possible level with a focus on functional game skills.
FUNDAMENTAL CORE SKILLS
The Skill Acquisition Program focuses on the development of the four core skills:
- 1v1
- First Touch
- Striking the ball
- Running with the ball
Coaches in the SAP Phase will take a holistic approach to achieve the pre-determined learning outcomes for each session and game. The players will develop in an environment with high expectations, focusing on performing the core skills in game-like scenarios.
North Coast Football will be running programs in Coffs Harbour and Grafton.
GALA DAYS
- 3rd August 2025 - Coffs Harbour
Training will take place on Monday and Wednesday evenings, 4.15pm - 5.30pm from February - August.
25th August Final Session of 2025 season and presentation.
Coffs Harbour trial dates
- 13th October 2025
- 15th October 2025
- 20th October 2025
- 22nd October 2025
2 teams will be selected in U10's, U11's and U12's.
REGISTER FOR SAP TRIALS IN COFFS
Clarence trial dates
- 28th October in Grafton
- 30th October in Grafton
- 4th November in Maclean
- 6th November in Maclean
1 team of U10's and 1 team of U12's
REGISTER FOR SAP TRIALS IN CLARENCE
Cost $890
For more information, contact the Talent Development Manager by email.
