Football Tasmania and Football Coaches Australia are pleased to announce the following:
FCA-Football Tasmania PD Event
Ernie Merrick – Coaching phase of play – transition in football workshop
Wednesday 1 June KGV Grove Road 6.15pm
Ernie’s role at Football coaches Australia and brief history
Football Coaches Australia (FCA) is pleased to announce the addition of Premiership and Championship-winning A-League Men’s coach Ernie Merrick as an FCA Ambassador.
Ernie’s ongoing legacy in Australia football is assured. To date, he has left an indelible imprint on Australian football, and on those he has worked with.
Through his statesman role, FCA looks forward to Australian football coaches continuing to be able to tap into Ernie’s considerable football experience and expertise. Ernie will also be able to provide valuable commentary and insights on FCA issues relevant to coaches in Australia.
Ernie Merrick OAM was a PE teacher, as well as an amateur football player before entering the head coaching ranks.
Ernie’s most recent A-League role was as Newcastle Jets FC Head Coach where he took the Jets to the Grand Final in his inaugural 2017/18 season. He is the former head coach of the Victorian Institute of Sport, Hong Kong national football team, and A-League clubs Melbourne Victory FC and Wellington Phoenix FC.
Under Ernie’s leadership, Victory won the 2006–07 A-League Premiership, finished second in the group phase of the 2008 Asian Champions League and in the 2008–2009 season, won the treble, the Pre-Season Cup, the Premiership and the Grand Final.
During the 2009–2010 season, despite severe season-ending knee injuries to key players, Victory once again reached the Grand Final.
In committing to the FCA Ambassador role Ernie stated:
“When asked by FCA to become an Ambassador and Technical Advisor to FCA I felt privileged and honoured. I hope to be able to work with FCA to provide ongoing professional development mentorship to aspiring coaches.”
This is a ticketed event and bookings can be made through the link below.
Event Registration link:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/coaching-phase-play-transition-in-football-tickets-324446437027
As previously advised Football Australia have confirmed accredited coaches will receive 15 points for full attendance.
For a PDF version of the event document, click here.