Outstanding Futsal achievement for both teams

Football Focus entered U14 and U15 teams, in Campbelltown's 2011 competition, with all players playing a year above their age group. Our U14s finished runners up in their league; only two of them had played futsal before. Our U15s also made the finals with two players selected for SA state teams: Jordon Hayhurst (vice captain U14) and Pran Gabrynowicz (captain U15). Well done lads!

Fourth successive year of coaching at Scotch College...

Scotch College reception and year one children completed their 2011 soccer program with Football Focus' expert coaching team. Running for the fourth successive year, this program introduces basic technical soccer skills through fun activities and small sided games in a friendly but structured environment, implementing the same principles as On the Ball but in familiar surroundings.

Bored already? Love soccer ... then don't miss this!

January school holiday clinics

Three fun packed days for all abilities, boys and girls aged 7-16.

First class coaching ensures optimum development and game improvement. Proven programs in fun friendly and motivational environment. Registration essential more>>

Concept4Football: January 2012 at PAC

Gwynne Berry and C4F are returning to Adelaide for what promises to be another standout program.

Technical soccer training with Gwynne Berry, International Director of C4F and former West Ham Utd Academy Technical Coach. An exclusive opportunity for South Australian players to train with leading professional technical football coaches in a challenging environment comparative to leading professional youth football academies. more>>

'On the Ball' beginners program: 2012 registration open

Basic soccer skills and small sided games: boys and girls, 5-8 years old.

'On the Ball' delivers individual soccer skills progression through a variety of fun on the ball activities and small sided games. 8 week blocks during term time. Great value for money, low player to coach ratio. Oversubscribed during 2011, Be On the Ball, register for 2012 Term 1 today. more>>

FREE Coach Education Clinic - 13 October 2011, 6-9pm

Concept4Football invites soccer coaches of all levels to an introductory coaching clinic with Gwynne Berry former Academy Technical Coach at West Ham United.

A lively informative program highlighting the growing emphasis on technique in world football. Registration essential.

To register contact us

Download flyer for full details (486kb)

Summer Soccer Registration Open

Maintain and improve your skills through the long summer break for a really strong start to the new season.

Training once or twice a week at Waite Oval on Mondays and in the Southern city parklands on Wednesdays in ability matched groups.

Club players invited to register early; new players welcome.

Stay sharp and one step ahead of the competition more>>

Concept4Football inaugural visit a success

50 players attended the first Concept4Football program in Adelaide during the July school holidays.

The first Adelaide C4F clinic was a huge success with players and coaches having a ball despite the chilly winter weather. Gwynne Berry and Lewis Goater, Reading FC Academy Coach, were delighted with the attendance and pleased to see progression in all players through the program. Don't miss out on your chance to participate next time and register early for the October clinic.

'Titch' joins Socceroos at Adelaide Oval

Prematch entertainment: Supporters v Local Heroes.

Nestled between the trees outside the main entrance of Adelaide Oval, 'Titch' joined Socceroos supporters for the Australia verses New Zealand international match. With the fabulous backdrop of Adelaide Oval and

St Peter's Cathedral, supporters joined in some prematch fun playing alongside local heroes Adelaide United.

Football Focus supports Adelaide United

'Titch' puts in a marquee appearance for United.

Reds fans enjoyed playing against their favourite Adelaide United players at this years members day. Small sided games enabled fans of all ages to try out their skills and score against their heros at this fun family event.

A big difference from previous events was the very popular huge inflatable football pitch, 'Titch', putting in a marquee appearance. Big Red was determined not to miss out on the action displaying some superb goal keeping skills.

Football Focus was delighted to extend our support to United and looks forward to contributing to future events.

Academy European tour
Football Focus is planning the next Eurpean Tour. Utilising our overseas contacts, we'll play against and train with clubs in Britain and possibly Spain. Additional activities may include stadium tours, sightseeing and premiership matches; full details and costs to be confirmed according to final itinerary. For further information please contact Jason on 0405 726093. Be part of the next Football Focus European tour - don’t miss out! NB. Tour costs additional to academy fees.

Concept4Football partnership
Football Focus has forged a partnership with Concept4Football, a professional technical coaching programme designed specifically for youth players.

Founded by Gwynne Berry, Academy Coach at West Ham United FC, the programme has been successfully developed with Premier League Elite Academy players and is now being delivered worldwide.
We are extremely excited to be working with Gwynne and further stenghthen our ties with Europe. Watch out for Gwynne and his team visiting Adelaide mid 2011.

Academy competition success

Building on 2009s futsal success the Football Focus Academy entered two competitions this summer, futsal at Campbelltown and Twilight Soccer, reaching the futsal grand final.

Unfortunately they were beaten to the trophy but we are still very proud of their achievements; although the players train together year round they all play in different teams during the season. The mid week twilight tournament was an ideal ground to practice phases of play for the weekend futsal tournament. Well done all; we look forward to further success in 2011.

Futsal: Danyon Loud (GK); Roby Russo; Jordon Hayhurst; James Budd; Jack Allwood; Karl Anglish, Pran Gabryonwicz.    7-a-side: Joe Bagnato (GK); Roby Russo; Jarrad Moffa; Jack Bolingbroke; James Budd; Jordon Hayhurst; Pran Gabrynowicz; Jack Allwood; Finley Hayhurst; Karl Anglish

Become a Football Focus fan on our new Facebook page

Facebook users can now follow Football Focus through the popular social networking facility.

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Phoenix Cup soccer tournament

Football Focus supports community tournament
The Phoenix Cup, a 7-a-side soccer tournament in its second year, is specifically organised to provide people with disabilities the chance to participate in the World Game. Eight teams of players with various intellectual, physical disabilities and sensory impairments competed in the round robin tournament played in Football Focus’ inflatable soccer field, ‘The Pitch’.

Organised by Modbury Jets Amateur Soccer Club, the Phoenix Cup is a fabulous display of community spirit and sportsmanship in a fun filled day of football. Congratulations to all teams!

Continued links with MetroStars and PAC in 2011

In addition to our many international links Director of Football, Jason Hayhurst, continues as Director of Junior Coaching at MetroStars SC for a second year. Jason continues to implement the FFA National Curriculum and is also coaching the MetroStars 2011 Manchester United Premier Cup squad.
After a successful 2010 season culminating in an intercol win over arch rivals St Peters College, 2011 preseason training has started for the Prince Alfred College (PAC) First XI squad. Jason is Coach for the PAC first team and Soccer Coordinator at PAC.

OSHC/Vacation Care Summer Special Offers

Inflate your OSHC/vacation care program with our sizzling Summer specials. Hire one of our inflatable football (soccer) fields and keep all the children active and occupied. Active fun, indoors or out.

Huge savings for multiple bookings. Advance booking essential.

OSHC 2 hour, hire only, special offer $250 (inc GST). Two or more bookings ONLY $200 each. For full details and conditions download flyer

Inflatable soccer scores!

Limited availability for end of season events

Clubs and schools looking for something fun and active, especially for end of season events have been quick to secure their bookings. Have you booked our inflatables for upcoming school sporting events or perhaps school holiday OSHC/vacation care?

Don’t be disappointed - book early.

Hammers Dream Comes Knocking

Football Focus 2009 Academy goalkeeper John Hall has accepted a two-year contract with West Ham United's coveted academy.

Also Prince Alfred College's (PAC) first XI goalkeeper, John joins the English Premier League club in October. John has been under the watchful eye of Football Focus Director and PAC Coach Jason Hayhurst for the last three seasons. 'John is a talented young keeper...' more>>

Royal Adelaide Show resounding success

The Football Focus stand was very busy across the nine days with players looking for high caliber academy or out of season training and pitch enquiries. On display at the show was a new line of Football Focus casual wear, at reasonable prices. There were heaps of hopeful competition entries but can be only one winner...

Congratulations to Mariah, winner of the signed Aston Villa shirt.

Bailetti Sports sponsor Football Focus Coaches

Football Focus coaches are sporting a new look thanks to the generous support of Bailetti Sports, a Football Focus partner.

Bailetti Sports website>>

Ex-squad players represent Australia

Congratulations to ex-Elite Squad players Jerome Dunphy and Christopher Skull who were recently selected for the 2009 AFC Under 13 Boys Festival of Football in Sabah, Malaysia.

This is a fantastic achievement. Well done boys!

Save $ on 2XU Compression Garments

Designed and tested in consultation with leading industry experts and sporting institutes, all 2XU garments employ intelligent physiological design, cutting edge performance fabrics and construction.

2XU have a special offer for Football Focus players please speak to Jason or Rachel for more details. 2XU website>>

PROFESSIONAL SQUADS train year round

Club players (boys and girls) are invited to join our professional squad which for the first time will be offered in a year round program.

Training on Monday evenings alongside the Elite Squad this presents progression potential for those aspiring to the next level. more>>

Mini program for major junior soccer shortage

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