Club Philosophy

Individual technique and a technical approach to playing games takes precedent over everything else
There is an underlying belief that the game, when played at the highest levels, is ultimately a decision making exercise under pressure so we need to help players become excellent decision makers when under pressure
Excellent technique and a clear understanding of how the game fits together is required before a player can become an excellent decision maker.
The program is a long term program and is not interested in achieving quick fixes to get results
There is an underlying belief that game is not about winning or losing. It is a game where players who give 100% and can manipulate time and space the best in a game functional and effective way, will be the better players in the long run
No one (players, coaches, parents, club members) prioritises winning over and above developing technically minded players, whose priority is be able to;

The defensive side of the game is discussed and developed, players are encouraged to win the ball back as soon as possible when lost, but only so they can then refocus on keeping effective possession.

A Technical Game Plan Needs

Technical and intelligent players (without which a team cannot play a technical possession based game)
A possession based structure (4-3-3 or one of its derivatives)
A style of play which puts the players long term development and understanding first

Players play the way they train
From the very start players should be trained in an environment that promotes individual technique and a technical possession based mindset towards playing the game