Our Year 9 Sports Development Program (SDP) football students stepped into elite recovery mode during an exciting Healthy Mates Excursion on Monday 4 May.

Led by SDP coach Mr Lee Coghlan, students visited the Healthy Mates Recovery Space to learn best‑practice recovery techniques that support peak performance on and off the field.

Head Physio Jake Pallpratt shared expert insights into hydrotherapy and contrast therapy, guiding students through the benefits of moving between hot and cold pools - and when to use these methods for maximum physical and mental recovery.

“Students showed no fear of the ice baths and all reported feeling both physically and mentally fresher after their usual weekend matches.”

A huge thank you to Healthy Mates Health and Conditioning Complex for hosting our students and providing such a valuable, hands‑on learning experience.

About the Sports Development Program

The highly successful CMCB Sports Development Program supports students to build advanced sporting skills, game understanding, teamwork and leadership - while staying connected to their local community.

• Sports available: Basketball, Netball or Football (Years 7–9)
• 2027 Applications open: 18 May 2026
• Close: 10 June 2026
• For: Year 7, 8 & 9 students (2027)

SDP at Healthy Mates