Yahya wearing a dark blue sports jacket with a Puma logo and a football-oriented emblem on the chest, posed against a dark background.

MEET THE COACH

I started Elevate Performance after years of seeing talented kids fall through the cracks. Clubs wanted winners. I wanted to build people. Elevate is my mission to give every player a chance to grow, thrive, and lead — on the pitch and in life.

MIssion

To raise a generation of footballers who excel not just in sport — but in life.

At Elevate Performance, we believe football is more than just a game — it's a platform for building character, discipline, and resilience. Our mission is to develop players who are technically skilled, mentally strong, and confident both on and off the pitch.

Through our personalised coaching, we aim to instill values like hard work, leadership, respect, and teamwork, empowering young athletes to carry these traits into every area of their lives — from school to future careers and personal growth.

We're not just building better footballers — we’re shaping well-rounded individuals ready to take on life’s challenges with purpose and passion

Vision

To be Australia’s most effective football development academy through character, care, and elite training systems.

At Elevate Performance, we’re not just aiming to be the best — we’re setting a new standard. Our vision is to redefine what football development looks like in Australia by combining elite-level training with a deep commitment to the individual growth of every player.

We believe excellence is built on a foundation of character — teaching young athletes to lead with integrity, humility, and determination. We coach with care, recognising that every player’s journey is different, and supporting them with compassion, encouragement, and trust. And we deliver results through structured, modern, and effective training systems, proven to elevate both performance and confidence.

Our long-term goal is clear: to produce a generation of players who aren’t just technically superior, but who also carry the mindset, maturity, and leadership to succeed at the highest levels of football — and beyond.