Sports Academy

For 2010, the College is adding to its successful Football Academy with the introduction of the following academies:

* Netball: commences February 8
* Rugby:  commences Term 1
* Water Polo: commences Term 1

Positions for these academies are hotly contested. Contact Mr L Mulrooney on 836 7890 ext 853 for applications.

FOOTBALL (Soccer) Academy

Year 9, 10 and 11 students keen on soccer now have the chance to apply for membership to our Football Academy, under the guidance of coach Mr Liam Mulrooney.

Criteria for selection      

• Positions have been restricted to Yr 9, 10 and 11 students
• those selected must maintain a sound academic programme and achievement
• excellent attendance
• a willingness to contribute both skills and spirit to the Waitakere teams for which they play
• attend a selection interview

  This is an exciting venture for Waitakere College in utilising the strengths of our staff to build up the skills and talents of our students.

Mr Liam Mulrooney

Liam Mulrooney is an outstanding national league player and a well respected staff member with a Bachelor of Education from the University of Auckland. His playing career includes scoring in both the 2005 and 2007 NZ Football Championship Grand Final where he was named 'Man of the Match'. He has coached and managed clinics up to the Under 19 level at Waitakere City, Bay Olympic and Oratia Clubs as well as Kids Kingz. Liam holds the Level 2 Senior Coaching Certificate and has recently coached for New Zealand Football at the Auckland National Talent Centre.

For further information contact Mr Liam Mulrooney, Sports Coordinator
Phone: 836 7890 ext 853
email: sports@waitakere-college.school.nz