Bringing skill, real-game insight and passion to every session

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our coaches

Brendan is a passionate football coach dedicated to building confidence and skill in every player he works with. With a Bachelorʼs Degree in Sports Coaching (ACPE) and over a decade of coaching and professional playing experience in Australia, England and Norway, Brendan brings elite expertise and genuine enthusiasm to every session.

FOUNDER / HEAD COACH

Brendan Griffin

    • Bachelors Degree in Sports Coaching and Administration (ACPE).

    • ASCA Level 1 Strength and Conditioning Coach

    • FFA C-License accredited Coach

    • Certificate III & IV in Fitness

    • Nutrition and Diet for Exercise Professionals Course

    • Boxing CS3: Foundations Course (Aus Combat and Exercise)

    • Over 6 years in NPLNSW 1ST Grade player with the Wollongong Wolves

    • Previous private 1 on 1 coach with Joner Football

    • Over 10 years experience in 1on1 and small group coaching

    • Previous Skills Aquisition Coach Wollongong Wolves FC. U9’S, U11’S, U12’S

    • Played professionally In Norway 1st Division (Moss FK)

    • Coached Youth U15’S in Norway (Moss FK)

    • Central Coast Mariners youth league player 2010-2013.

    • Represented Young Socceroos at Youth Championships

    • NSWIS Program Player

    • Trialled at Manchester United

    • Trialled at Bolton Wanderers FC.

    • Trained with Sheffield United. U18’S& U20’S

    • Invited guest coach at Barcelona FC

    • Invited guest coach Espanyol FC

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Taylor is an enthusiastic and dedicated coach who combines his passion for football with a strong background in education and player development. Holding a Bachelor of Primary Education (UOW) and boasting NPL 1 senior experience with top clubs including Bonnyrigg White Eagles, Wollongong Wolves, and Marconi Stallions, Taylor brings both skill and insight to his coaching.

SPORTS COACH / HEAD OF MARKETING

Taylor Mcdonald

    • Bachelor of Primary Education at the University of Wollongong.

    • NPL 1 Senior experience with Bonnyrigg White Eagles, Wollongong Wolves and Marconi Stallions.

    • U15’S Assistant Coach with the Wollongong Wolves.

    • Coach at Wollongong Wolves Academy.

    • Represented Oceania at the 2019 University Football World Cup in China.

    • Invited guest at Sheffield Wednesday FC.

    • Invited guest at Barnsley FC.