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About Brae

Professional Football Development

Learn from NPL1 experience with personalised coaching tailored to your goals

Passion for Football, Commitment to Excellence

As a 20-year-old NPL1 player currently with Macarthur Bulls, I bring firsthand experience of competing at the highest level of NSW football. My journey has taken me through clubs including Rockdale City Suns and Sydney FC, giving me invaluable insights into what it takes to succeed in modern football.

My coaching philosophy centres on helping young players develop their football skills while fostering confidence in a fun and engaging environment. I believe that every player has unique potential, and my role is to identify and nurture those individual strengths while building a solid technical foundation.

Through Ovens Soccer, I'm passionate about giving back to the community and helping young players develop not just as footballers, but as confident, resilient individuals. Each training session is designed to be both challenging and enjoyable, ensuring players stay motivated while improving their skills.

Based in Sydney's Sutherland Shire, I offer personalised coaching that adapts to each player's needs and goals. Whether it's holiday clinics, one-on-one sessions, or small group training, my focus is always on creating a positive learning environment where players can thrive.

Brae Ovens - NPL1 Player and Professional Football Coach

Achievements & Recognition

A proven track record of excellence in Australian football, from youth representative honors to current NPL1 success, bringing elite playing experience to coaching.

2024 NPL1 U20s Player of The Year

Awarded Player of The Year for outstanding performance in NPL1 U20s competition

2024 NPL1 First Grade Minor Premiers

Part of the Rockdale Ilinden team that won NPL1 First Grade Minor Premiership

2024 NPL1 U20s Champions

Won the NPL1 U20s Championship with Rockdale Ilinden

2022 NPL1 U20s Champions

Won the NPL1 U20s Championship with Sydney FC

2019 Bill Turner Cup Player of the Series

Outstanding individual performance in the prestigious Bill Turner Cup competition

NSW Representative Player

Represented NSW at Coffs Harbour (2017 & 2018), Perth (2016 U12s), and Adelaide (2015 U12s)

Our Mission & Values

At Ovens Soccer, our mission is to provide world-class football training that develops not just better players, but confident, determined individuals who carry the lessons learned on the pitch into all areas of life.

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Individual Development

Every player is unique. We focus on developing each individual's strengths while addressing areas for improvement.

Technical Excellence

Strong technical foundations are crucial. We emphasise proper technique from day one to build lasting skills.

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Positive Environment

Learning happens best in a supportive environment. We create a space where players feel confident to try new things.

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Long-term Growth

We're not just about quick fixes. Our programs focus on sustainable development and lifelong love of the game.

What Players & Parents Say

Don't just take our word for it. Here's what our players and their families have to say about their experience with Ovens Soccer.

My son James absolutely loved the holiday clinic. Brae made training engaging and fun while really helping him improve his skills.
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Michael

ParentHoliday Clinic

The one-on-one sessions have been amazing for Sarah. Her confidence and technique have improved dramatically.
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Rebecca

Parent1-on-1 Coaching

Thank you for such a wonderful soccer clinic. My 7 year old daughter had lost interest after attending other large programs over the years but after h...
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Svetla

ParentHoliday Clinic

Ready to Start Your Football Journey?

Join the Ovens Soccer family and experience the difference that expert coaching, personalised attention, and genuine passion for the game can make.