Dean has worked at the Pies for the last 9 years in a. range of different roles from VFL high-performance manager to assisting the strength & conditioning program. Before working at Collingwood he completed his master's degree and worked across several Nab League football teams.
Highlights from the episode:
- Dean shares about getting his degree and how he started in VFL
- How he supported himself after high school to go to uni
- The importance of building connections and hands-on experience for S&C coaches
- Things a developing S&C needs to stick long in the system and get full-time role
- How Dean plans his program for the next year/season
- How to build trust in athletes undergoing rehab
People mentioned:
- Stuart Cormack
- Steven Lester
- Luke Addy
- Jack Kelly
- Dan Pfaff
- Kevin White
- David Opar
- Ryan Timmins
- David Butterfield
Connect with Dean: https://www.instagram.com/deanfilop/
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