2010 Inland Technology Tennis Program

Who is Eligible	Male and female athletes should be aged between 12-18 in 2010, reside in Northern Inland region and be a member of an affiliated club or association or be prepared to join. (This is the age they are turning in 2010).
Selection Process	Up to 16 players may be offered a place in the Tennis Program based on performances at NW Development selection camp, their ranking and or via talent identification processes through Tennis NSW. A selection panel will assess each application based performances and attitude and commitment to Tennis. Athletes turing 17 or 18 in 2010 must be ranked in the top 500 in Australia. All Athletes from 2010 onwards will only be able to be in the Tennis Program for a maximum of 2 years, however if that athlete is ranked in the top 500 they can remain in the program for consecutive years untill the year they turn 18 years of age.
Program year	Scholarship offered is for the period, May to November 2010
Program Outcomes	The skill program is designed to provide athletes with increased skills and education to better prepare them for selection into Regional and NSW squads.
Selection Criteria	To be eligible Athletes need to have represented at Regional level or above. Selection based on Athletes N/W Junior Classic results or equivalent. Selection will also be based on your attitude and commitment to Tennis.
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	Skill sessions and camps are held within the region throughout May to November. The skills program follows a structured approach concentrating on a range of individual skills and development. Fitness sessions focus on the importance of building core strength to improve posture, balance and technique.  From July to August 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.
Athlete Benefits	♦ 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- training shirt, polo, shorts, cap and socks. Additional items available for purchase. ♦ Individual home training program and structured satellite 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. ♦ Fully Paid Athlete Levy scholarships due to financial hardship available.
Athlete Commitments	♦ Attend all program activities. ♦ Tennis is no 1 priority sport while on scholarship. ♦ Be committed to a holistic approach to their development, both on and off th field. ♦ 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.
Cost	A Total levy of $750 (GST Incl), to be invoiced $250 per term is applicable to successful athletes and assists in covering the costs of clothing, administration, travel, accommodation, meals, coaching, education, sports science support.(Total value of program is up to $2100 per Athlete.) The trial fee for Inverell is $45.
Applications	♦ Open Date- 1st February 2010 ♦ Close Date- 20th February 2010
Proposed Program
Date	Event	Venue	Time	Funded
20 Feb 2010	Squad Trials and Selections	Inverell	10am- 4pm	No
2-5 Apr 2010	Tamworth Easter Open	Trelor Park	TBA	No
6-9 Apr 2010	Acadmey Games	Armidale	TBA	Yes+bus
11-17 Apr 2010	Ipswich Junior Open	Ipswich	TBA	No
14-18 Apr	Foster Junior Open	Foster	TBA	No
29 Apr-3 May 2010	Sawtell Junior Claycourts	Sawtell	TBA	No
8 May 2010	Induction and Fitness Testing	Oxley High School Tamworth	9am-5pm	Yes
11-14 Jun 2010	North Coast Open	Grafton	TBA	No
27 Jun 2010	Regional Training Day	Tamworth	9am-3pm	Yes
3-4 Jul 2010	NSW Country Closed Open Champs	Foster	TBA	No
5-9 Jul 2010	NSW Country Closed Junior Champs	Foster	TBA	No
7-8 Aug 2010	Inverell AMT	Inverell	TBA	No
28Jul-1Aug 2010	Sawtell AMT tournament	Sawtell	TBA	No
July- Aug 2010	RACE Workshops	Home Towns	5.30pm-9pm	Yes
19 Sep 2010	Regional Training Day	Gunnedah	9am-3pm	Yes
24-30 Sep 2010	TNSW HP Sydney and Homebush Junior Medibank	Sydney/Homebush	TBA	Yes
6 Nov 2010	NIAS Annual Awards Night	Tamworth	6.00pm-10pm	Yes
19-21 Nov 2010	Brisbane  Junior Tournament	Brisbane	TBA
28 Nov 2010	Regional Training Camp	Armidale	9am-3pm	Yes
2-7 Dec 2010	Lismore age Champs	Lismore	TBA
FURTHER INFORMATION
NIAS Office: 67 662526 Email: nias@nias.org.au
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