A new vision for the game: Inside the Perth Azzurri Blind Football Program

Welcome to the April edition of the Perth Azzurri podcast! This week, host Blayne Treadgold sits down with Ken Anthony and Salih Öztas to shine a light on the club's groundbreaking blind football and futsal program. Entering its fifth year, this initiative is completely changing the game in WA.

Ken reveals how he re-engineered his 30 years of coaching experience to guide visually impaired athletes using touch, sound, and the analog clock system. Salih, the team's star striker, shares what it felt like to beat the Perth Glory 5-3, his ambitions to represent the national squad at the 2032 Brisbane Paralympics, and his excitement for his beloved Inter Milan coming to Perth.

Plus, get all the details for the upcoming Blind Futsal season launch at Dorrien Gardens and a preview of this weekend's massive NPL clashes against Balcatta and Olympic Kingsway!

Key Topics:

The Blind Futsal Program: Celebrating the fifth year of the initiative with Coach and Coordinator Ken Anthony.

Coaching by Sound and Touch: How Ken adapted his methods, using the analog clock system and physical guidance for B1 and B2 athletes.

Beating the Glory: Salih Öztas details the team's incredible 5-3 victory over the Perth Glory and an undefeated four-year streak against the Australian National Walking Team.

Paralympic Dreams: Salih’s ultimate goal of making the national squad for the 2032 Brisbane Paralympics.

Inter Milan in Perth: Salih shares his excitement as a massive Inter fan ahead of their WA tour and hopes to toss the coin at the match.

Get Involved: Details on the major season launch on Sunday the 19th at Dorrien Gardens, plus how to join the Sunday training sessions.

Weekend Fixtures: The Azzurri Girls take on arch-rivals Balcatta under the Friday night lights, while the Men face Olympic Kingsway on Saturday.

Keywords

Perth Azzurri, Blind Football WA, Blind Futsal, Ken Anthony, Salih Öztas, NPL WA, Dorrien Gardens, 2032 Paralympics, Perth Soccer Club, Football West.

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