Foot and Ball Academy

15/10/2026

We have TWO spots that have opened up this term (4) in our YOUTH session on a Wednesday night. Current players are made up of competitive Div 1 grassroots/NPL3. DOB: 2010 - 2012. Contact details on flyer!

02/08/2026

Due to Mon-Fri operating at near capacity for the remainder of term 3, and the EXPLOSION of recent interest, we are looking to expand into weekends once the association seasons are over.

We hope you will join us, providing the location and times are logistically viable, strive to reach our goal of seven days a week operation during school term!

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30/07/2026

We continue to go from strength to strength. The session is game based with a focus on 'IQ fitness' i.e. can the player remain intellectually engaged for the duration of the session's 6v6/7v7/8v8 (numbers dependent). Two of them. First - Principal of Play focus. Second - Normal game. This session and others like are designed for teenage players who want to PRIORITISE their footballing journey. No nonsense, straight into it! Reach out if interested.

29/07/2026

My yearly reminder...

“Clearing the ball is an intellectual defeat: can I do anything else? (Rather than giving possession away to opponent). Find spaces, pass to the goalkeeper, dribble, get a throw-in. Do something, but do not kick it out!” – Xavi Hernandez

Xavi Hernandez was known for his technical skills, exceptional vision, and passing ability on the field. The quote "clearing the ball is an intellectual defeat" reflects Xavi's playing philosophy, which emphasizes ball retention and possession. Clearing the ball refers to a defensive action where a player kicks or heads the ball out of danger without attempting to keep it under control. Xavi believes that clearing the ball is a sign of a team's inability to maintain possession and control the game. For him, the ability to keep the ball and move it around the field with purpose is the ultimate goal of the game. By doing so, a team can control the pace of the game, dictate the rhythm, and create scoring opportunities. In essence, Xavi is saying that clearing the ball is a short-term solution that may alleviate immediate pressure, but it does not solve the underlying problem of losing control of the game. Instead of resorting to a quick fix, Xavi's philosophy is to find a way to keep the ball and continue playing the team's style of football.

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23/07/2026

Great start! Looking for TWO MORE keen, capable outfield players ($20), plus goalkeepers (Free). We currently have a mix of players and ages from 13 - 16, NPL through association footballers. All disciplined, that's the difference!

21/07/2026

21/07/2026

https://footandball.com.au/whyUs.html

These priorities are rarely taught directly. They are developed through the messages players receive every week—from coaches, parents, teammates and the football environments around them.

19/07/2026

NEED TWO keepers, 13+ y.o. Wed afternoons, 4.30pm - 5.30pm.
T3 In-house training game!
5m x 2m goals. Cost: FREE

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16/07/2026

It was a win for football this morning.

Football 2 Athletism 1

Once, again, the 'bigger, faster, stronger' argument has been found wanting.

Next time you're told as a parent your child isn't tall enough, or big enough, or rapid enough, but works like a dog on that field just tell that idiot "neither are the Argentinians.."

I'm 6'4" and the only traits I respect and ever respected are passion, workethic, ability, and problem-solving skills.

Greatful they emerged victorious today!