Rising Stars Squad 2010-2011
“Nurturing young aspiring athletes to become the talent of the future”
Athletics Northern Ireland’s new Talent Identification Programme, the “Rising Stars Squad” aims to identify young athletes who may be the talent of the future and develop their athletic ability using a multi-event approach.
The Rising Stars Squad which replaces the existing Regional Development Squad programme will have a fresh coaching structure, broader age range (12-14) and the emphasis will be on developing young athletes with all round athletic ability, appropriate strength and mobility, and sound bio-mechanical technique for running, jumping and throwing. The squad will still incorporate the ANI Disability Squad.
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The Rising Stars Squad will be the first step on the ANI World Class Development Pathway and should be a stepping stone to the ANI Youth Academy Programme. The squad will also serve as a development opportunity for coaches and teachers giving them the chance to learn from one another, sharing knowledge, ideas and experiences. All coaches and teachers are encouraged to attend as many squad sessions as they can to benefit from the learning opportunity.
Squad Dates
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Belfast Squad (Mary Peters Track) - Choice of Saturday or Sunday. Please aim to arrive at the track for registration at 1.45pm on each squad day.
For management of athlete/coach numbers please keep to the day indicated on your Athlete Information Sheet. If you wish to change days for any reason please contact Elaine McCaffrey, Talent Development Coach, Athletics NI (07841 804 034). Parents should arrive promptly at 4pm to collect athletes after sessions.
Competition Dates
Indoor “All Rounder” Competition (UUJ) - Sat 5th February 2011
Outdoor “All Rounder” Competition & BBQ (MPT) - Sat 30th April 2011
Rising Stars Coaches
Would you like to be involved with assisting Athletics Northern Ireland develop the new crop of talented athletes for the future? If so we are currently recruiting coaches for our New Talent Identification Programme the ANI & Ulster Rising Stars Squad. Download Information on Rising Stars Coaches. (Applicaton Now Closed)
Programme Structure
•Age Group: Athletes in Year 9 or 10 in Sept 2010 (12-14 yrs)
•Sessions: Athletes will take part in 8 squad sessions throughout the year (September – May) where they will receive high quality coaching and the opportunity to train with other top athletes from Northern Ireland/Ulster. These sessions will take place on a Saturday or Sunday (Depending on Region) from 2pm-4pm. Athlete’s may attend the squad which best suits their circumstances (Venue & Day)
•Regions: The Squads will be located in four regions. Belfast, Derry/Londonderry, Donegal Town and Cavan (Shercock)
•Cost: The cost for the whole year will be £50. This covers coaching costs, facility hire, squad T-Shirt, entry fee into two specific competitions and a barbecue at the end of the programme. This may be paid by the individual, school or club
•Entry Standard: There are guideline entry standards for the squad. Athletes applying for the squad should have achieved the standard in at least one event or have come very close to achieving the standard to be eligible for the squad.
•Download Athlete Medical Consent Form
How To Apply for the Rising Stars Squad
An Online Entry Form for the squad may be submitted by anyone involved with a young athlete who feels they would benefit from the squad. This may be a teacher, coach, club personnel, parent or the athlete themselves.
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The closing date for entry onto the squad is the 31st July 2010. You must be able to use card payment to complete the online entry.
Although this is the preferred method of entry to the squad if you would prefer to use an alternative means please contact Elaine McCaffrey (Lead Organiser)
Elaine Mc Caffrey, Talent Development Coach
Mob: 07841 804 034 Office: 02890 606 968 Email: elaine@niathletics.org
