2011 Tamworth Golf Club Golf Program Information
 

Who is Eligible	Male and female athletes need to be turning between 13-18 years in 2011, reside in Northern Inland region and be a member of an affiliated club or association (or be prepared to join).
Selection Process	Approximately up to 8 athletes (male and female) will be offered a place in the Golf Program based on Handicap. Selection will also be based on your attitude and commitment to Golf. A Second Tier may be put in place where by those athletes would be invited to training sessions without being on Full Scholarship.
Program year	Scholarship period is November 2010 - April 2011
Program Outcomes	The skill program is designed to provide players with increased skills and education to better prepare them for selection into Regional and NSW squads.
Selection Criteria	Golfers will be assessed accordingly to their handicap, Male golfers are to have a handicap of 12 or less and Female golfers 18 or less. Golfers will also be assessed on there attitude and commitment to golf.
Appeals	Subjectivity is an unavoidable element in all selections. Athletes who feel the selection criteria has not been adhered to should be aware that NIAS has a formal 'Appeals' process available.
Program content	The program is developed in close consultation with the JNJGF.  Skill sessions and camps are held within the region throughout the stated program duration. Specialist coaches and competing representing NIAS will be availabale to squad members.  June and July athletes are  required to attend the NIAS RACE program. This program covers education sessions on sport psychology, sports medicine, nutrition, public speaking, media training, sun protection and career skills.  The Squad also competes in the Annual Clubs NSW Academy Games each April.
Athlete Benefits	♦ Financial Support valued at $500 ($250 at the start of the program and if commitments are met remaining $250 at conclusion of program)- This financial support goes toward covering events below. ♦ Intensive training support by quality regional, guest and state level coaches. ♦ Lifeskills RACE Program-Two 3 hr workshops including dinner for athlete and one parent. ♦ NIAS merchandise- Polo Shirt, shorts, cap and socks. Additional items available for purchase. ♦ Individual home training program and structured satelitte training sessions where applicable. ♦ Sport Science fitness testing and support. ♦ 1 Ticket to annual awards night. ♦ Travel Assistance to attend NIAS regional training sessions and camps. ♦ Financial assistance if selected into state team.
Athlete Commitments	♦ Attend all program activities. ♦ Golf is no 1 priority sport while on scholarship. ♦ Be committed to a holistic approach to their development, both on and off the course. ♦ Comply with the training requirements and respond in a positive manner to any suggestion or criticism. ♦ Maintain an appropriate performance standard to continue to receive a scholarship. ♦ Behave and dress in a professional and dignified manner when representing the NIAS and its sponsors. ♦ Wear Academy apparel when representing the Academy at events. ♦ Make yourself available (within reason) to sponsors and the media for promotional purposes. ♦ Adhere to NIAS anti-Doping policy. ♦ Maintain communication with NIAS and coaching staff as required.
Costs	A levy of $150.00 (GST Incl) is applicable to successful athletes and assists in covering the costs of clothing, administration, education, sports science support. (Total value of program is up to $1000 per Athlete.) Athletes will be reimbursed $50 per event attended after being approved by the Academy.
Applications	♦ Open Date- 31st December 2009 ♦ Close Date- 31st January 2010
Proposed Program - Dates will change as NIAS are currently reviewing the program, please check web for updates.
Date	Event	Venue	Time
20 Nov 2010	Induction/Fitness Testing	Oxley High School Tamworth	10am -5pm
Nov 2010	Coaching Day with Scott Roworth	Tamworth Golf Club	TBA
Dec 2011	Coaching Day with Scott Roworth	Tamworth Golf Club	TBA
Feb 2011	Coaching Day with Scott Roworth	Tamworth Golf Club	TBA
March 2011	Coaching Day with Scott Roworth	Tamworth Golf Club	TBA
15-17th April 2011	Academy Games	Armidale	TBA
June- July 2011	RACE Workshops- weeknights	Home Towns	5.30pm-9pm
Nov 2011	NIAS Annual Awards Night	Tamworth	6.00pm-10pm
FURTHER INFORMATION
NIAS Office: 67 662526 Email: nias@nias.org.au
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