COLLIES.FOOTBALL.FAMILY.

COLLEGIANSSOCCERCLUB

STRATEGIC PLAN2020 - 2023

FOREWARDWE ARE PROUD TO RELEASE COLLEGIANS SOCCER CLUB'S STRATEGIC PLAN 2020-2023.

It's a bold vision for our club into the future and defines our identity, our focus and our values.

We call it COLLIES FOOTBALL FAMILY, and it's aboutinspiring, developing, and uniting all of our members to loveand enjoy the game of football and instill a sense of pridewithin all of our 'Collies'.

Our club is in great shape, with a strong financial position anda record number of participants driving our club's growth.This is due to the improved engagement and communicationbetween our members, an incredible club committee and clubvolunteers, and the support of community partnerships.

Our playing memberships continue to grow, especially in ourjunior teams, and we are especially proud of the continuedparticipation of female players within our club. We remainthe only club in Bathurst District which fields all-girl teams.

We also have a record number of committee and clubvolunteers which have anabled us to provide additionalprograms and services in a successful and sustainable way.

We are committed to a renewed effort in supporting anddeveloping our coaches and players by ensuring we budgetfor and provide resources and equipment to our teamcoaches and managers.

Similarly, we have also invested in our players, with a numberof programs aimed at creating skillful, confident footballerswith a growth-mindset; who display the values ofsportsmanship and respect.

We believe our club can retain our core values of inclusion and funwithin a football family, while also supporting the development of ourplayers to become skillful and confident footballers.

Our new four-year strategic plan is designed to build on this positivemomentum. This ensures that we deliver on today's commitment toour members, while putting in place key initiatives and structures tosustain the club's future strength and direction.

This document provides a high-level view of our strategic priorities,the detailed plan incorporates over 40 actions across our club. All ofthese actions have defined KPIs, accountabilities and timings, mappedout over a four-year period.

We invite all of our members to consider our plan and reach out andlet us know of aspects of the plan that are of importance to you andour club.

It's an exciting time to be a part of our club , and we extend ourthanks to for the continued support of our partners, members and thefootball community as a whole. Together we look to create an evenbrighter future for our COLLIES FOOTBALL FAMILY.

Anthony DunnPresidentCollegians Soccer Club

OUR TARGETSBY 2023

COMPETE INALL AGES, ALL

STAGESCompetitive teams

fielded across all agegroups and senior

grades

STAKEHOLDERSATISFACTION &PARTICIPATION

50% increase involunteer engagement

and 85% approval rating

REGISTEREDPARTICIPANTS

+30022% increase in totalparticipants by 2024

Sustain and growfemale participation

rates each year

FOSTER ANDPROMOTE

YEAR-ROUNDFOOTBALL

Provide and promoteat least 2 additionalfootball programs

each year by 2024

NATIONAL CLUBDEVELOPMENT

PROGRAM Minimum rating of 3/5

stars by 2024

FOOTBALLFUNDRAISING

STRATEGYAnnual Fundraisingstrategy established

with a football focus by 2024

QUALITYCOACHING100% of coaches

completing CoachingDevelopment PLevery year and

establishment ofTechnical Director

QUALITYPLAYERS

Junior DevelopmentPathway andSAP Football

Academy establishedby 2024

OUR PURPOSE

ENABLE ALL OF OUR MEMBERS TODEVELOP A PASSION AND LOVE OFFOOTBALL

There are so many wonderful aspects of the game of Football.We believe it can bring joy and happiness to ALL children andadults. We want to support and strengthen the existing passionwithin the local football community, in order to help promote anddeliver the game of football to even more people!

We want to lead the way in how we develop our players andcoaches and support others to do the same. We want all of ourmembers to foster a deep, emotional connection with the club,where our identity and sense of pride align with our core valuesof family, inclusion, and fun.

Finally, we want our members to develop a passion for football asthey become a part of our FootbALL Family.

Our club was founded on the principles of inclusion and funwithin a supportive and family-friendly environment. Our visionfor Collegians Soccer Club is to uphold these ideals into thefuture, whilst also adopting a structured and strategic approachto developing quality coaches and skillful, confident footballers.

Not only will this approach help to sustain the future growth ofour club, it will also enable us to cater more effectively forfootballers from all ages and stages.

We will achieve this by allgning our fundraising and communityfootball programs, renewing our efforts to retain and developcoaches and players, and celebrating our clubs history andsuccesses together.

Our vision will be achieved by 2024 with record numbers ofparticipation, volunteer engagement and member approvalthroughout the club.

OUR VISIONESTABLISHING A FOOTBALL FAMILY

PARTICIPATION ANDENGAGEMENTGROWTH

CATERING FOR ALLNEEDS

PASSION AND PRIDEFOR OUR FOOTBALLFAMILY

FOOTBALL AT THEHEART OFEVERYTHING WE DO

INCLUSIVE ANDRESPECTFULENVIRONMENT

FINANCIALSECURITY ANDGROWTH

COLLIES.FOOTBALL.FAMILY.

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COLLIES. FOOTBALL. FAMILY.OUR PLAN

OUR PURPOSE ENABLE ALL OF OUR MEMBERS TO DEVELOPA LOVE AND PASSION FOR FOOTBALL

OUR VISION ESTABLISHING A FOOTBALL FAMILY

OUR STRATEGY

OUR VALUES RESPECT UNITY LEADERSHIP INCLUSIVEPRIDE

PLAYER GROWTH& RETENTION

VOLUNTEERDEVELOPMENT

COMMUNICATION&

MARKETING

PROMOTINGPOSITIVE

BEHAVIOUR

PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

CREATING AWELCOMING

ENVIRONMENT

COACHINGEDUCATION &DEVELOPMENT

DEVELOPINGMATCH

OFFICIALSCOMMUNITY

FOOTBALLOPPORTUNITIES

PLAYER GROWTHAND RETENTION

ESTABLISHING FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT AS APRIORITY WILL ATTRACT AND RETAIN PLAYERS,WHILST DEVELOPING SKILLFUL AND CONFIDENTFOOTBALLERS WITHIN THE CLUBEstablish a development pathway for junior players totransition into senior footballCreate a competitive and sustainable Men's PremierLeague TeamCreate a competitive and sustainable Women's PremierLeague TeamDevelop a Club Football Philosophy Establish Miniroos Kick-Off programs anuallyEstablish connection with Coerver Coaching Academy

MEASURING SUCCESS:All grades filled within senior competitionsby 2023Increased participation of junior playersfrom Under 14s - 17 in senior competitionsSuccessful establishment of JuniorDevelopment Squad in Men's 3rd GradeDecrease in player dropout rates within theclub from players aged 14-17Coerver Coaching partnership establishedand events increased for both players andcoaches by 2023

VOLUNTEERDEVELOPMENT

Establish role descriptions for all club committee andgeneral committee positions and an organisational chart.Create a Volunteer Handbook and establish volunteercampaign brandingExplore strategies and incentives for volunteerinvolvement within the clubPilot Coaching Development Program for volunteer/parentcoaches

INCREASING THE ENGAGEMENT ANDPARTICIPATION OF OUR MEMBERS IS ESSENTIAL TOACHIEVING THE CLUB'S STRATEGIC DIRECTIONS MEASURING

SUCCESS:Results of annual club survey Informed and prepared volunteers who feelsupported and confident within their roleYear-on-year growth of engagement andinvolvement of volunteers within thecommittee and clubAnnual feedback from volunteer coachesand managers

COMMUNICATIONAND MARKETING

Establish a Communications Officer, Sponsorship andFundraising Coordinator and Social Media Manager positionwithin the club committee Create a club branding strategy and media package Update club website Regular presence in local media Use of social media strategy to develop social communityand communication with members Seek input from stakeholders and provide opportunitiesfor members to have their say Establish an annual fundraising plan and sub-committee

IMPROVING OUR COMMUNICATION PROCESSESHAS BEEN A PARTICULAR AREA OF FOCUSHIGHLIGHTED BY OUR MEMBERS MEASURING

SUCCESS:Feedback from members on clubcommunication in Annual Club SurveyClub branding consistent and promotionalmaterial prominent onlineExtensive library of policy, information andresources available to all members on theclub websiteClub consistently present in local mediathroughout the yearAll members as part of a shared vision anddirection for the clubFundraising that is organised, strategic, fairand equitable for all members.

PARTNERSHIPDEVELOPMENT

Establish Club Partner program as an additional level ofsponsorship for the clubDevelop a Sponsorship Handbook for the clubDevelop formal links with pre-schools and primary schoolsand continue to expand our junior player base.Develop partnerships with other clubs within BDF andthroughout the Central WestParticipation in the National Club Development Program(FFA)

ESTABLSISHING STRONG AND MEANINGFUL LINKSBETWEEN OUR CLUB AND THE LOCAL COMMUNITYFOR THE BENEFIT OF ALL MEASURING

SUCCESS:Partnership opportunities with the club arediverse, flexible and accessible to all.Partnerships are mutually beneficial withalligned values between both partiesNetwork of strong community partnershipsand prominence within the widercommunityNational Club Development Programinforming the club's strategic direction andplanning process

CREATING A WELCOMINGENVIRONMENT

Keep coaches, players and parents informedEstablishment of the committee position of Club Captainwho acts as the MPIO and player liaison for the club. Establish a calendar of social events for the year and markthe club's 25th Anniversary in 2022Ensure club documents and relevant information iscommunicated and available to our membersCollection and storage of match data to promote andcelebrate player and team achievements

AN EMPHASIS ON INFORMING AND SUPPORTINGOUR MEMBERS AND PLAYERS IS VITAL TOSTRENGTHENING OUR FOOTBALL FAMILY MEASURING

SUCCESS:Results of Annual Club Survey and memberfeedbackSocial events mapped and delivered tocommittee on a consistent basisMembers are informed and know where tofind relevant informationMatch, player and team data collected andused to consistently recognise andcelebrate achievements within the club

PROMOTINGPOSITIVE BEHAVIOUR

Every member has knowledge of; and access to; allrelevant policies and proceduresEvery member has knowledge of; and access to; our ClubCulture and Football Philosophy documentsMember's induction webinar established for the beginningof each yearEstablishment of Club Officials for every competitive teamby 2021

ENSURING OUR MEMBERS CONSISTENTLYDEMONSTRATE OUR CLUB VALUES AND CONDUCTTHEMSELVES IN A POSITIVE WAY MEASURING

SUCCESS:

Members are informed and aware of ourclub values and expectationsDecrease in the number of disciplinaryprocesses year-on-year Club volunteers feel prepared andsupported to follow correct procedures inplayer, spectator or parent discipline

COACHINGEDUCATION

Establish Miniroos Kick-Off program within the clubPromote and support local and community coachingcoursesEstablishing a club coaching culture and developmentprogramProvide coaching resources online through club websiteDevelop a budget to provide subsidies for coaches topursue formal trainingProvide coaching resources online through club website

INTEGRAL TO THE CLUB'S GROWTH, COACHINGDEVELOPMENT IS LINKED TO THE CREATION OFCONFIDENT AND SKILLFUL PLAYERS ANDACHIEVING SUCCESS FOR TEAMS

MEASURING SUCCESS:

Volunteer coaches work within asupportive and collaborative environmentaimed at improving themselves and theirplayersFeedback from parents, players andcoaches from Annual Club SurveyCoaches are supported and have regularcontact with the CCCCoaches recieve formal training in areasrelevant to their role each year

DEVELOPING MATCHOFFICIALS

Establish Referees’ Liaison position within the clubPromote and subsidise referee courses for club membersCommunicate club expectations around working withmatch officials

OUR CLUB IS COMMITTED TOWARDS INCREASINGTHE QUALITY AND QUANTITY OF MATCH OFFICIALSWITHIN THE LOCAL COMMUNITY

MEASURING SUCCESS:Increased communication between theBathurst Referee's Association and our club Year-on-year Increase in members takingup referee roles within BathurstDecrease in disciplinary processes andcautions in regards to conduct with matchofficials

CREATING RECREATIONALOPPORTUNITIES

Creation of Summer Football teams for men and womenResearch and report on opportunities to create Futsalcompetitions within the local community.Research and report on opportunities to create and hostWalking Football events within the community.

CREATING ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES WITHINTHE LOCAL COMMUNITY FOR PEOPLE FROM ALLBACKGROUNDS TO ACCESS AND PARTICIPATE INFOOTBALL

MEASURING SUCCESS:

Extending football opportunities within thelocal community by delivering at least twoof these objectives by 2023Year-on-year increase in the participationof members within Summer Football

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EAll of our members willdemonstrate and promote

respect for themselves, eachother and those outside of our

club, including players, coaches,spectators, administrators and

match officials.

All members will contribute to ‘Collies Pride’ by promoting

the club, supporting ourfootball programs, and

participating in opportunitiesto celebrate and recognise our

club’s identity and values.

Foster a family-friendlyenvironment within

the club, with the aim ofbecoming an organisation thatsupports the development ofany and all players, regardless

of their ability, age, gender,sexual preference or race.

Our club is committed tobecoming leaders within our

local football community,constantly seeking

opportunities to lead andpioneer strategies to promote

the game of football.

The club has a commitmentto all its members to

consult, plan and developshared goals for the future

direction of the club.Consistent approaches toevery aspect of the club

help all members to standas one.

COLLEGIANSSOCCERCLUB

"It's an exciting time to be a part of our club , and we extend ourthanks to for the continued support of our partners, members andthe football community as a whole. Together we look to create aneven brighter future for our COLLIES FOOTBALL FAMILY".