About Technically Speaking: Academy Football Podcast
Each episode we go inside the academy football landscape in Queensland, interviewing key leaders from clubs and explore people, programs and perspectives on the game at this level.
S1E7: Brayden Hoffman, Head of Goalkeeping - Redlands United and Ipswich Knights
In this episode of Technically Speaking we dive bottom corner to look at the role of specialist goalkeeping coaches with Brayden Hoffman. We discuss his experiences, consider what goalkeeper development looks like and why it is important to have a specialist GK coach.
As we continue to build engagement and our following, please subscribe and share this and previous episodes widely. The greatest value for us is the breadth of connection we can create and the depth of learning and reflection in the academy landscape.
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23 Jan 2026
S1E6: Joel Cornacchia and Graham Fyfe, Techkick FC
In our this episode of Technically Speaking we take a slight shift in perspective and chat with two coaches and technical leaders working in the private coaching space. We interrogate the role of 1-1 and small group training and explore how Joel and Fyfey see it as a complement to the academy landscape. We get a sense of their passion for building a love of the game and encouraging the young people they are working with to fall in love with the ball. You can find out more about Techkick FC - their program and facility - via @techkickfc on instagram or facebook, or on their website - https://www.techkick.com.au/ . You might have to wait sometime before seeing their TikTok explode with Fyfey's dance moves.
As we continue to build engagement and our following, please subscribe and share this and previous episodes widely. The greatest value for us is the breadth of connection we can create and the depth of learning and reflection in the academy landscape.
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16 Jan 2026
S1E5: Mac Smith, Football Director, Moreton City Excelsior
In this episode of Technically Speaking, we get an insight into Moreton City Excelsior Football Director Mac Smith's perspectives and approach to academy football in Queensland. We reflect on a huge year for MCE in 2025 with the FQ Award for Academy Program of the Year and participation of the senior program in the inaugural Australian Championships. We discuss MCE's emphasis on individual player development and the important role of coaches in delivering on the vision and design of the program.
As we continue to build engagement and our following, please subscribe and share this and previous episodes widely. The greatest value for us is the breadth of connection we can create and the depth of learning and reflection in the academy landscape.
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9 Jan 2026
S1E4: Jake Goodship, Academy Director, Magic United
In our fourth episode of Technically Speaking (and first for 2026), we get an insight into Magic United Academy Director Jake Goodship's perspectives on academy football in Queensland. We discuss this passion for work on the grass, building proactive communication with parents and helping match player's ambition with the work of his technical team.
As we continue to build engagement and our following, please subscribe and share this and previous episodes widely. The greatest value for us is the breadth of connection we can create and the depth of learning and reflection in the academy landscape.
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17 Nov 2025
S1E3: Richard Greer, Football Director, Wynnum Wolves
In our third episode of Technically Speaking, we get an insight into Wynnum Wolves Fotball Director Richard Greer's perspectives on academy football in Queensland. We discuss the road from top-level player to educator to coach and now to Football Director at the Gold Rated Academy Program.
As we continue to build engagement and our following, please subscribe and share this and previous episodes widely. The greatest value for us is the breadth of connection we can create and the depth of learning and reflection in the academy landscape.
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5 Nov 2025
S1E2: Gary Bailey, TD, Logan Lightning
In our second episode of Technically Speaking, we get an insight into Logan Lightning Technical Director Gary Bailey's perspectives on academy football in Queensland. We trace his experience in professional programs in the UK and some unique programs and frameworks being developed and implemented at the Gold Rated Academy Program.
As we continue to build engagement and our following, please subscribe and share this and previous episodes widely. The greatest value for us is the breadth of connection we can create and the depth of learning and reflection in the academy landscape.
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29 Oct 2025
S1E1: Jack Sullivan, TD, Grange Thistle
In the first full length episode of Technically Speaking, we go inside the recently crowned Advanced Club of the Year - Grange Thistle FC - with Technical Director Jack Sullivan.
We explore the role of TD within the club, how the program defines success, player and coach development and much more!
As a fledgling podcast, and a passion project at that, we encourage you to follow us on your preferred platforms, share widely, leave a comment or review (5 stars would be great) and engage with our @techspeakfootball Instagram.
Let us know which people and programs you would like to see featured and some of the topics you'd like covered.
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25 Oct 2025
Gary Bailey on the Trials Process
Logan Lightning TD Gary Bailey on the trials process.
24 Oct 2025
Gary Bailey (LLFC) on the importance of reflection.
Logan Lightning TD Gary Bailey discusses the importance of reflection and notes it is more intentional and ongoing than just end of season reflection.
23 Oct 2025
Gabby Hawash on Reflection
How does Holland Park Hawks Football Director Gabby Hawash and his technical team create space to reflect on a year of football.
22 Oct 2025
Richard Greer on Reflection
Wynnum Wolves FC Football Director Richard Greer gives his reflections at the end of their season and the news of Gold status and League 1 declaration.
21 Oct 2025
Jack Sullivan on End of Year Reflection
Grange Thistle TD Jack Sullivan discusses the importance of end of year reflection.
16 Oct 2025
Richard Greer from Wynnum Wolves talks trials
We asked lead Technical staff for their perspective and program approach to the trials process. Here is WWFC’s Richard Greer with his thoughts.
15 Oct 2025
Gabby Hawash on the Trials Process
We asked lead Technical Staff for their perspectives on the academy trials process. Here’s Holland Park Hawks’ Gabby Hawash’s thoughts.
15 Oct 2025
Grange Thistle’s Trials approach with Jack Sullivan
We asked a range of lead Technical Staff for their perspectives on the trials process. Here’s Grange Thistle’s Jack Sullivan’s thoughts and program approach.
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