Season Update 2020
SPICY CHILLY
Moving into this season, Spicy will be taking the same fearless attitude towards both trainings and competition. Last year saw the foundations laid for a supportive, competitive environment for athletes to thrive and this year will be no different. In season 2020 Spicy Chilly will continue this trend whilst expanding on it so as to build each individual, and shape both team and club culture. Spicy is known for being a team in which players are able to direct team goals and establish what they as a collective want from the season and this year will be no different.
This year the Spicy coaching staff will be working with athletes individually to promote growth on and off field through cultivating an environment in which each athlete is challenged to grow and overcome obstacles. In season 2020 Spicy will be looking to develop social and competitive cohesion to achieve both shared and individual goals; an open and honest team in which each member is accountable and required to put in the work to get the most out of themselves for themselves and for those around them.
Coaches
Jasper Pentland
Having coached the Vic u22’s women’s team for the past two seasons, Jasper is keen to spread his ultimate knowledge and help develop the next wave of elite talent coming through Victoria’s ranks. This season Jasper wants to focus on pushing individuals at training to make the most out of their individual skill set whilst putting the onus on the team to ensure that everyone develops as a cohesive unit.
With a background in Psychology and social dynamics, Jasper describes his coaching approach as laidback, whilst grounded in rational, logical thinking that allows for easily translated communication to both on-field and off field growth.
John Leach
John has been involved with Chilly for the past 6 seasons, and is excited to be coaching Spicy in Chilly’s 20th season. With experience coaching and developing players through his extensive time at the University of Melbourne, John is excited to use that experience to build a successful and enriching season for all members of the club. Building on Spicy’s successful first season, John is looking to ensure that all individual players are able to grow and develop as part of a supportive, competitive and fun environment.
With a Masters of Teaching, John brings an evidence based approach to planning and running trainings, ensuring players are supported and ideas and concepts are built together as a team. With a focus on communication and feedback, Spicy is looking to build an awesome season together. Get involved!
HOT CHILLY
Hot Chilly is going to be pushing hard this season to develop the crop of emerging players to the top level. With a new player leadership structure lead by Josh de Bell we are excited to see how far this group can go. The direction this team will take is going to be lead by real hunger at its core that we believe every ultimate player will want to be a part of. This team will develop on last years drive as we continue on our march towards WUCC 2022.
Hot Chilly is a team that prides itself on its inclusive and welcoming nature, and will capitalise on this to deliver the best results both on and off field. With a focus on creating a team that will thrive within the new UAT system, Hot Chilly will require players to push themselves both physically and mentally to be the best player they can be, whilst also pushing the team to achieve across all tournament events.
If you’re looking for fiery competition, a rigorous training environment and the opportunity to build connections with some of the finest people the ultimate community has to offer, Hot Chilly is the place to be.
Coaches
Josh de Bell
Josh has been a Chilly stalwart for seven consecutive years, we can think of no better person to lead the club’s emerging batch of young players. Colloquially known as ‘JdB’, Josh has represented Victoria, Australia, Chilly, and most recently, the Melbourne Flames in national and international level competition.
With silky skills and a strong work ethic, we are looking forward to seeing how Josh’s dedicated approach to training and respect for the sport, teammates and opponents, translates into the coaching field.
In his own words;
“I am humbled by the opportunity to lead the team I joined as a fresh 19-year-old back in 2014 where I can count on one hand the amount of forward passes I threw during the Nationals season. It is not a responsibility I take lightly. I am excited by the prospect of leading the club’s next generation of talent and continuing to work alongside the players who gave me my first chance at the sport.
After a few seasons outside the top four at Nationals I am keen to see Hot return to the top tier of Australian teams in the revamped Australian Tour. I am also anticipating the positive role that Hot players can lead to support the broader club in developing skills, playing competitive frisbee, and fostering a fun, supportive club environment.
My frisbee philosophy is pretty simple; “you work hard on- and off-the-field, you win together, and you enjoy yourself doing it”. For all those reading, I’d encourage you to come down to Chilly tryouts and chat with current players about the exciting opportunities available for season 2020.
Looking forward to seeing everyone down there!
Peace.”
Note that Hot Chilly’s final leadership structure, including responsibilities for fitness and conditioning, and strategy and structures, will be made known to players during the selection process.
FRESH CHILLY
Fresh is looking to build of the fun culture from last season and develop players to compete at the next level. We’re really excited to see what the team can do this year driven by a lot of young talent. As a group, Fresh will push for inclusion in the UAT Div 1 Tour / a podium finish at Div 2 Nationals.
With the changes coming this season to div 1 with the Ultimate Australia Tour, Hot and Fresh Chilly will train together on Wednesday nights and separately on Sunday afternoons. The joint trainings on Wednesday nights will develop skills and will aspire to to push all players by the Hot Chilly leadership group, and several guest coaches throughout the season.
A skills-driven training ethic will be developed, which will allow individuals to capitalise on their natural athletic capabilities. Athletes chosen for Fresh Chilly will be pushed by their peers and as a group to realise their potential on the ultimate field. Fresh Chilly will look to develop on the work ethic, and camaraderie established last years season as a means to grow each player individually, whilst establishing in them an elite training ethic to allow for players to push towards making Rep teams and advance their ultimate careers.
Coaches
Nish Mahanty
Nish has been a long-time member of chilly, with participation in ultimate for over 19 years. From competing at WUCC in 2006 to coaching more recently, Nish comes with a wealth of sports relevant and professionally relevant coaching experience. Nish has previously assistant coached Hot Chilly in 2015 and 2016 and coached Fresh Chilly in 2017 and 2018 to outstanding results at Div 2 nationals and is looking to once again develop the emerging talent of Chilly Ultimate.
Nish’s Strengths lie in development, organisation and a passion for learning and growth. He will bring a focus on game realistic learning and drills along with the hot chilly leadership group. Nish is super passionate about Chilly and its players and can’t wait to get to work on this season.
Peter Mougos
Peter has been a part of Chilly for the past two seasons as a player, and is enthusiastic to take up the new role of Coach for Fresh Chilly this season. Having recently coached university level ultimate, Peter is ready to take on a higher level of ultimate coaching. Equipped with international, state and local first-hand ultimate experiences, Peter hopes to engage the next generation of Chilly ultimate players.
“An environment where players are pushed and supported by their teammates is one I hope to cultivate. I’m excited to work with Nish, who has been a previous coach of mine and believe we make a strong combination of focused effort and energy.”
Peter is excited to assist players in their development as an ultimate player in 3 main areas. Tactics; Physical Ability & Mental Fortitude.
Other Playing Opportunities
Chilly will be providing a platform for developing players to train and scrimmage each Sunday at Kooyong from 4-6pm. There will be an optional training session at the start of this run by coaches and senior players to develop skills. More information will be provided after team selections.
Season Details
Selections
Selections for all Hot, Fresh and Spicy will all be on the following dates.
Tryout 1 (Men’s and Women’s): Sunday 17th November - 2pm-6pm - Sir Zelman Cowen Park, Kooyong
Tryout 2 (Women’s): Wednesday 20th November - 7pm-9pm - Sir Zelman Cowen Park, Kooyong
Tryout 2 (Men’s): Thursday 21st November - 7pm-9pm - Sir Zelman Cowen Park, Kooyong
Training Times
Spicy
Thursday 7-9pm
Sunday 3:30-6pm
Hot
Wednesday 7-9pm
Sunday 1-4pm
Compulsory POD
Fresh
Wednesday 7-9pm
Sunday 1-4pm
All training sessions will be at Sir Zelman Cowen Park, Kooyong
Player Scholarship
Chilly is really excited to announce a new initiative. As part of our clubs ongoing focus on growing and developing the ultimate community, this season Chilly will be offering a number of financial scholarships.
We understand that financial burden can be a barrier, especially for young players just starting at club level. So it is our hope that these scholarships can help reduce that burden and ensure that the players of tomorrow have every opportunity to continue to develop and compete at the highest level.
For more information and to apply, check out this link: