ABOUT US

IMS Performance Football is an individual focused football development program designed to help footballers reach the next level of their game.

We work with ambitious players all ages, providing high quality coaching that mirrors the standards of professional academies. Our focus is on technical excellence, game understanding, mindset, character & most importantly bringing out your X-Factor, we deliver this in a positive, challenging environment.

IMS Performance Football operates in Wellington across individual sessions, small-group training, elite programs, and school partnerships, supporting players both on & off the pitch alongside their club foorball.

WHO ARE WE?

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IMS Performance Football was founded in 2025 by young Australian footballer, coach and mentor Ilan Mastrocola-Simon.  

​IMS Performance Football was created to solve a problem I experienced first hand.

When I moved to New Zealand, I was shocked with how little teams train and when they do, how much of that time is purely spent on tactics. There is a clear gap in individual player development, and that gap is often what separates player who progress from those who don’t.

During my time at MLS side Vancouver Whitecaps in 2023, one of the most important lessons I was told was:

“ You won’t go anywhere unless you bring out your X-factor. Find it, own it, and make it yours. “

This idea stayed with me. Every professional environment I’ve been in has reinforced the same truth, players who make it are not just tactically sound, they are individually dangerous, confident, resilient, and capable of performing under pressure.

IMS Performance Football exists to help players discover & develop that X-factor.

OUR STORY

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2025 Chatham Cup Semi-Final | Auckland United V Nelson Suburbs

We Focus On:

  • Small groups for maximum ball contact

  • Game-realistic training environments

  • Clear coaching points & feedback

  • Developing players to progress into academies, senior football, and professional pathways

  • Creating confident, adaptable footballers who can perform under pressure

Our programs are designed to complement club football, not replace it. Giving players extra opportunities to grow beyond standard team training.

OUR APPROACH

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To develop confident, resilient, and technically sound footballers who are prepared to progress into academy, senior, and professional environments, while enjoying the game and staying true to themselves.

OUR MISSION

MEET THE TEAM

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Ilan Mastrocola-Simon

Ilan is the Founder & Head Coach of IMS Performance Football. Bringing extensive experience as a player & coach across 4 continents. Having played & worked within elite academies & professional clubs internationally, Ilan specialises in accelerating individual development through a modern, detail driven approach. Ilan works closely with every athlete to build tailored Individual Development Plans (IDPs) aligned with their position, goals, and long term pathway.

Available for:

1 on 1 Individual Sessions

Group Sessions

Elite Morning Programme (Lead Coach)

IDP creation, reviews, and progression planning

Position specific training

Director & Head Coach
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Hayden Thomas

Hayden is a Wellington Phoenix Reserves player with a strong academy background and experience coaching junior players. As a central midfielder, Hayden specialises in technical efficiency, game awareness, and transitional play, with an emphasis on mastering the demands of a modern midfield role. His sessions are intense, technical and development focused,

Available for:

1 on 1 Individual Sessions

Group Sessions

Support roles within IMS group programmes

Performance Coach
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Jayden Smith is a Wellington Phoenix first-team player & New Zealand U20 International, bringing current, real world professional experience into the IMS environment. As a modern day Centre Back, Jayden offers players first hand insight into the demands of elite football. Jayden works closely with the IMS Head Coach Ilan to ensure all sessions align with each player’s Individual Development Plan & long term objectives.

Available for:

1 on 1 Individual Sessions

Group Sessions

Performance Coach

Jayden Smith