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Ann Gourley

Perth,WA

Summary

Focused coach successful at coaching athletes and optimizing program operations. Works with players of different skills levels to develop talent, improve strength and enhance stamina for top gameplay. Versed in rules and winning strategies.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Girls Head Coach

Lynwood SHS
Perth , WA
04.2012 - Current
  • Create lesson plans that focus on developing physical literacy skills and soccer specialist activities.
  • Encourage positive behavior by creating an inclusive environment where all students feel safe and respected.
  • Plan soccer activities that are both educational and fun for all academy students.
  • Plan and organize practices to ensure the development of players' technical abilities.
  • Develop a team culture that promotes respect, hard work, and dedication.
  • Mentor student athletes on topics such as sportsmanship, leadership, commitment, discipline.
  • Create lesson plans for each practice session that focus on developing specific skills needed to compete successfully in games.
  • Communicate regularly with parents about their child's progress both on and off the field and court.
  • Enforce rules set forth by school administration regarding conduct in practices and games.
  • Provide feedback after each game on what went well and what could be improved upon moving forward.
  • Collaborate with school administrators regarding eligibility requirements for student athletes.
  • Educate athletes on rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
  • Guide athletes with encouragement, motivation and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.

Head Coach U15,U17 National Teams

Irish Football Association
Belfast, Northern Ireland
01.1998 - 01.2024
  • Created strategies to maximize team performance during games.
  • Analyzed opponents' strengths and weaknesses in order to build effective game plans.
  • Served as a mentor for student-athletes on the team by providing guidance in academics, athletics, and personal development.
  • Managed staff of assistant coaches to ensure proper coaching techniques were being used during practices and games.
  • Provided feedback on player performances after each game or practice session.

Head Coach Boys U18 State League Soccer

Gosnells CFC
Perth , WA
01.2019 - 06.2023
  • Developed and implemented practice plans to ensure team success.
  • Created strategies to maximize team performance during games.
  • Analyzed opponents' strengths and weaknesses in order to build effective game plans.
  • Managed staff of assistant coaches to ensure proper coaching techniques were being used during practices and games.
  • Provided feedback on player performances after each game or practice session.
  • Assisted athletes in developing mental skills such as focus, concentration, motivation, discipline, goal setting.
  • Recruited new players through scouting trips and camps.
  • Facilitated team meetings to discuss goals, review strategy, motivate players.
  • Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.

Head Coach State U14 Girls

Football West
Perth , WA
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Developed and implemented practice plans to ensure team success.
  • Conducted skill development sessions for players of all abilities.
  • Created strategies to maximize team performance during games.
  • Managed staff of assistant coaches to ensure proper coaching techniques were being used during practices and games.
  • Prepared detailed reports on individual player progress throughout the season.
  • Recruited new players through scouting trips and camps.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sport Leisure And Exercise Sciences

University of Ulster Jordanstown
Northern Ireland
01-2020

Diploma in Education - Secondary Education

Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA
01-2012

Skills

  • Physical Conditioning
  • Recruitment Strategies
  • Interpersonal Relationships
  • Motivational Techniques
  • Injury Prevention
  • Technical training
  • Student Advising
  • Seasonal Planning
  • Team Training
  • Game Strategy Development
  • Athlete conditioning
  • Nutritional Education
  • Strength coaching
  • Competition Preparation
  • Professionalism
  • Performance Improvements
  • Player Assessments
  • Excellent Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Team building

Certification

  • Australian Female Coach of the year 2023
  • Ulster Television Coach of the year 2007
  • FFA A License
  • UEFA A license
  • UEFA B License
  • FFA Coach Developer

Timeline

Head Coach Boys U18 State League Soccer

Gosnells CFC
01.2019 - 06.2023

Girls Head Coach

Lynwood SHS
04.2012 - Current

Head Coach State U14 Girls

Football West
01.2008 - 01.2009

Head Coach U15,U17 National Teams

Irish Football Association
01.1998 - 01.2024

Bachelor of Science - Sport Leisure And Exercise Sciences

University of Ulster Jordanstown

Diploma in Education - Secondary Education

Edith Cowan University

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