High Performance Program
The Sutherland Sharks FC High Performance Program offers ambitious young players extra training to enhance their technical, tactical, physical and mental development. Designed to accelerate growth beyond regular sessions, it provides a flexible, elite environment that upholds the high standards expected at the club.
Building Future Sharks
The Sutherland Sharks FC High Performance Program forms a key pillar of our long-term Football Strategy, designed to provide an enhanced training environment that supports player growth beyond their baseline team sessions.
Delivered by the Sharks Head of Football Development, Paul Reid, who is the current Australian U17s Joeys Assistant Coach. This program is for highly committed and focused players who want to further develop their technical, tactical, physical and mental performance. The weekly program offers optional, additional sessions that complements your child's existing training schedule. It reflects our commitment to delivering a holistic player pathway that prepares every young player for the next stage of their football journey.
Program Overview
Purpose
The High Performance Program caters to the needs of players and parents, and provides optional, high-quality and demanding training sessions. The ultimate aim is to challenge, support and accelerate individual development.
Who It’s For
The High Performance Program is for highly ambitious players demanding an elite and challenging training environment. Participation is voluntary and by registration each school term, giving families flexibility, while maintaining the professional standards expected at the club.
Program Details - Term 3 2026
U9’s & U10’s: Wednesdays 6:30am – 7:45am (22 Jul – 23 Sep)
U11’s & U12’s: Wednesdays 6:30am – 7:45am (22 Jul – 23 Sep)
U13’s & U14’s: Tuesdays 6:30am – 7:45am (21 Jul – 22 Sep)
Location: Seymour Shaw Stadium
Cost: $50 per session (10 Week Term)
Early Bird Discount - Register by Friday 3 July for $40 per session
Aligned to Our Football Strategy
This initiative reinforces our Club-wide Football Strategy, ensuring that every player is exposed to an aligned development philosophy from JDL through to Senior Football.
By investing in structured, high-performance environments, we aim to produce technically proficient, tactically aware and resilient footballers — ready to represent Sutherland Sharks with pride and purpose in the future.
These sessions are an optional extra, designed to support development — not a requirement.
Our High Performance Program is delivered by Paul Reid, the Sharks Head of Football Development and U17s Joeys Assistant Coach.
How to Register
Registrations are strictly limited in each age group, so secure your child’s spot. Register through the link below.
If you have any questions, please email Paul Reid, by clicking HERE.