UEFA B Project - WHO WE ARE...

My Core Values
To encourage a life long love of sport!
By being a positive role model by meeting with parents and children on arrival; introducing them to coaching staff; building relationships by communicating with parents what GS United is about and who we are; allowing parents to observe sessions; ensuring children and their parents feel safe and secure in a positive, fun and engaging learning environment. Modelling good behaviour

Child development first, football second.
By focusing on the individual person and supporting their learning of life skills through football (holistic approach) by using the FA Four Corners model and having a philosophy built around development.

Respect.
Ensuring coaches follow our ‘Best Practice Policy’. By developing positive relationships through effective communication gaining trust and understanding. Shake hands policy for all players and coaches, ensuring coaches meet and greet every player on arrival getting to know the player by talking about other things in life aside from football. ‘

Continuous education.
By gathering more knowledge to help educate all involved. Having a professional approach and dedication to learning, striving to be better always. Growth mind set. By attending CDP events, Webinars and being a member of FALCC I cascade information to parents and players through writing articles and passing on information from the FA through Social Media and email.

Hard work.
By being prepared. By planning, organising, delivering and reviewing with players, parents and coaches to ensure all are included. Self reflection. Encouraging the same in others. By responding quickly and appropriately to any queries; Plan, Do, Review practice sessions with coaches and players giving feedback. By working to improve on all aspects of coaching.

Integrity.
By having the moral and ethical conviction to do the right thing. Setting an example. By ensuring all registered players’ parents complete Codes of Conducts and challenging inappropriate behaviour swiftly and effectively.

My Player Characteristics

Game Sense United Football Club was formed in January 2015 with the desire to reach out and introduce, involve and educate players from all walks of life in a fun safe environment.  We aim to provide football opportunities for young players of all abilities to play and enjoy the game.
 
Through the support of the Jersey Football Association GS United Football Club was formed and obtained the FA Charter Standard kitemark.

GS United success development program has meant that our club has expanded year on year from 9 players to currently over 60 players. We provide football from Reception Class currently up to Under 12s. 

PARENT TESTIMONIAL
"Hi Aaron, thought I would just drop a line to say how good the lads were today. A great team performance today with not just individual performances but the team play and build up was a joy to watch.
 
A thoroughly entertaining game and you could just see the confidence growing within the group. I thought that the opposition would come on stronger in the latter part of the game but it was not the case and the way GS kept their shape and responded after being 2-1 down was a credit to them.
 
But even more so, a huge credit to you guys for the work you are putting in to them is starting to really show on the pitch. It was an excellent all round performance and long may it continue. Terrific stuff, well done”

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All our junior coaches appointed agree to work within the Coaches Best Practice Policy at
GS United Football Club.
​As with any method of teaching, its success is based upon the coaches who deliver it. 

​The following notes are to assist our coaches with the successful delivery of their practice sessions and to also provide further information to players and parents on what to expect from GS United Football Club.

• “Fail to prepare, prepare to fail” – our coaches are advised to plan a coaching session the day BEFORE they are due to coach.
• Always coaches will arrive to training sessions at least 30 minutes before they are due to start coaching.
• Our coaches ensure First Aid kits are appropriately stocked and water bottles are provided.
• A player register is encouraged be taken every coaching session, and coaches MUST know who is picking the children up before allowing them to leave the venue.
• Coaches should shake hands with each and every player on their arrival and after the training session ends.
• The provision of a technical area for all players and coaches equipment.
• Our coaches show enthusiasm throughout their session and encourage learning in a fun environment!
• Our coaches are encouraged to have our players working as soon as possible each day.
• We will never use exercise as a punishment.
• Our coaches will be positive in our feedback, and positive with our comments to improve players. Absolutely no borderline swear words, religious references or derogatory comments.
• We will be flexible within their practices, but stay within the progression of the session.
• Do not allow players to wander off without permission e.g toilet breaks
• Do not allow emotionally upset players to leave the group before the end of the coaching session.
• Coach individuals; try not to become a commentator.
• Our coaches are encouraged to continually challenge our players as much as their ability will allow.
• We shall make a point of talking individually with each child (outside of coaching)
• Absolutely no smoking or drinking alcohol in front of players before, during, or after practice sessions.
• Our coaches work together as a team. We support each other, share coaching ideals and seek out advice from each other.
• Our coaches are advised to treat players, coaches, families and all venues with the respect they deserve. Adhere to any rules. We understand our interaction and behaviour reflects on the prestige of GS United Football Club.
• Our coaches intend to communicate efficiently with parents / guardians and keep them up to date with latest developments. 

PARENT TESTIMONIALS
"Fantastic club, Daniel is thrilled with all coaching sessions, and he cant wait for Sunday's just to be able to train it is really that good. Also, he did improve a lot with his skills, and football in general. Highly recommended for all kids!"

"They were great, really good to watch they're attitude throughout was brilliant. There has been huge improvement in they're overall game management and they are playing with a bit of confidence and belief and most importantly they're playing as a team. You as coaches must be delighted as all your hard work is really starting to pay off”