Thomas Brunsden
Head Strength and conditioning coach
- Date Joined: 21st August 2020
o Highly ambitious Head Strength and Conditioning Coach who supports the physical progression of athletes, from U12 to elite international level, through delivery of training techniques, rehabilitation programs and tailored nutritional guidance
o Forward-thinking professional who has established an extensive portfolio of achievements and experience within this field across multiple sports including rugby league, soccer, netball and in various educational establishments
o Combine an athlete-focused approach with analysis-supported training techniques and recovery strategies to mitigate injury risk and maximise their physical development within a high-performance sporting environment
o Forward-thinking professional who has established an extensive portfolio of achievements and experience within this field across multiple sports including rugby league, soccer, netball and in various educational establishments
o Combine an athlete-focused approach with analysis-supported training techniques and recovery strategies to mitigate injury risk and maximise their physical development within a high-performance sporting environment
Qualifications/Accreditation
Level 2 Anti-Doping
2020
Masters in Exercise Science (Strength and Conditioning)
2020
Bachelor Degree in Sport and Exercise
2017
NSCA
Professional Member
2014
Senior Football Coaching License
2014
Career History
Western Pride Football Club
Head Strength and Conditioning Coach
2018 – 2020Ipswich Jets
High Performance Manager
2014 – 2018
Key Achievements
- - Ipswich Jets Rugby League - Intrust Super Cup Premiers, National Rugby League State Champions, Brisbane Rugby League Premiers and Champions Trophy Winners (2015).
- - St. Edmund’s College – 1st XV rugby premiers, track and field school champions (2014) 1st V Basketball premiers (2017,2020) 1st XI Soccer Premiers (2016).
- - Coached multiple athletes who have represented their countries in rugby league and football.
