THE SHARKS DEVELOPMENT Program

The Sharks Development Program is designed to support the long-term football development of players aged 5-12 years. The program provides Sharks Pathways players with additional training opportunities, focusing on building strong fundamentals, confidence, and game understanding, while supporting players at their current stage of development.

PROGRAMS STRUCTURE

The Sharks Development Program will operate as one aligned development pathway, consisting of two streams - Sharks Development Squad & Skills Academy.

Sharks Development Squad (SDS)

The SDS stream is designed for players aged 7-12 who are ready to manage higher training loads and intensity. SDS placements will be capped to ensure training quality and player welfare. SDS Coaches will work closely with JDL staff to identify players ready to move through the Sharks Pathways.

Schedule:

• 2 sessions Per Week

Focus areas:

• Advanced skill execution

• Decision making and game intelligence

• Developing disciplined training habits

Skills Academy

The Skills Academy is the entry point for players aged 5-12 into the Sharks Development Pathway and is ideal for players continuing to build confidence and core football skills.

Schedule:

• 1 Session Per Week

Focus Areas:

• Fundamental skill development

• Confidence and enjoyment

• Game awareness and decision-making habits

• Preparing players for increased training loads in the future

Who is the Program for?

The Sharks Development Program is suitable for:

• Players aged 5-12 seeking additional football development

• Players NOT currently in the JDL system

• Players aspiring to progress through the club’s representative pathways

Cost and Schedule

TBC