Philosophy & Practices

 

 

CLUB PHILOSOPHY AND WORKING PRACTICES

 

Under Premier League rules every Academy must have a clear philosophy which underpins their working practices and style of play.

Cardiff City FC Academy philosophy is derived directly from the club philosophy and heavily influences the coaching practices and playing styles delivered within the centre. This is essential to ensure that any transition for players between the Advanced Development Centres and the Academy is a smooth one.

 

The Cardiff City Football Club Philosophy

 

As the sole senior Football Club in the capital of Wales, Cardiff City have a responsibility to represent an entire nation whenever it takes the field. It is important therefore that the team retains a Welsh heart and is built on the solid foundations of our Football Academy.

The production of young players has become and integral part of the clubs football philosophy, with the success of the club academy giving rise to a number of home-grown talent. This supports the club in competing at the higher levels of domestic football.

There is nothing more inspirational for Cardiff City supporters than to see local born players wearing the Cardiff City shirt with pride and distinction and representing the locality and its community.

 

The Cardiff City Football Club Academy Playing Philosophy

 

Attacking: an efficient, economical, measured, possession based attacking strategy where pass quality, reasoned and timely support and movement and intelligent individuality, lead to penetration through the thirds of the field to provide goal-scoring opportunities if appropriate counter-attacking possibilities are denied.

 

Defending: a controlled, calculated and assertive defending strategy whereby all players contribute to team defensive efficiency and all understand the tactical objectives being implemented in order to regain possession of the ball in order to attack the opposition.

 

The Cardiff City FC Academy Coaching Philosophy

 

We will deliver competition driven sessions which encourage a range of intensity play and the understanding of game tempo. Our coaches will manage their interventions ensuring adequate playing time, touches on the ball and a balance of providing vital feedback.

We will not look only to improve weaknesses or highlight mistakes, we will also reinforce the positives and improve their strengths! Individuality and difference must be nurtured; having an edge is vital.

 

We must understand the person before we can develop the player and then have the ability to adapt coaching styles to suit the holistic (Technical/ Tactical/ Character/ Physical) picture is imperative when assessing the players in the Foundation stage of their developmental journey.