AFL Victoria - Community Coaching Podcast

Inside the Coaches Box

'Inside the Coaches Box' is an AFL Victoria podcast hosted by Kate McCarthy. 

First episode out now, with special guest Matthew Boyd (Collingwood FC, AFL Men's Midfield Coach).

New episodes every second Wednesday, with special guests including AFLW Premiership Coach Darren Crocker, and Daisy Pearce.

Available on Spotify, Apple Music and YouTube.

WOMEN'S COACHING MONTH EVENTS

Join us in celebrating Women’s Coaching Month with an inspiring afternoon designed to elevate your coaching journey.

Take part in a practical masterclass led by Hawthorn AFLW Assistant Coach, Steph Binder (with more exciting speakers to be announced), and connect with passionate, like-minded women in the coaching community.

Where: AFL Max, Tullamarine
When: Friday 10 July, 1:30pm - 6:30pm

Enjoy complimentary food on us, and exciting door prizes to be won!

Spots are limited, whether you come with fellow coaches or on your own, make sure you register your interest.

Live Life Whole Online Webinar
When: Monday July 27 at 7:30pm

Led by health professionals, this workshop unpacks the real issues facing female athletes today and gives you practical, real-world strategies you can apply immediately to support the young women you coach, improving their well-being, confidence, and performance on and off the field.

Built for everyday coaches, this session focuses on what to look out for and how to support young women in sport, covering language, female health, mental health, body image and early warning signs.

An opportunity for coaches, parents, volunteers involved in Women and Girls football to learn more about how to best support the female athlete.

EPISODE 1

Matthew Boyd is the men's AFL Midfield Coach at Collingwood Football Club. He played 292 AFL games at the Western Bulldogs, including the 2016 premiership, and captained the club between 2011-13.

He has been coaching at AFL level since 2018, at Collingwood and Fremantle.