HIGH PERFORMANCE PLAYER DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY

HIGH PERFORMANCE P L AY E R D E V E LO P M E N T S T R AT E G Y 2014 - 2020 T E NNI S PA R T ICIPAT ION S T R AT EG Y TENNIS NEW ZEALAND VISION Ou...
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HIGH PERFORMANCE

P L AY E R D E V E LO P M E N T S T R AT E G Y 2014 - 2020

T E NNI S PA R T ICIPAT ION S T R AT EG Y

TENNIS NEW ZEALAND VISION Our vision is for New Zealand to consider itself a ‘Tennis Nation’. By this we mean that tennis is common in the lives of New Zealanders; tennis is being played in clubs, schools, parks and on beaches; tennis coaches are well trained and offer coaching to a consistently high standard; vibrant tennis clubs offer world class programs that attract a wide range of participants; and New Zealanders are competing with distinction at professional tournaments locally and abroad.

CONTENTS Executive Summary

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Guiding Principles

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SWOT Analysis

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Player Development Pathway

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STAGE 1 Development Targeted Athlete Pathway

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STAGE 2 Elite Targeted Athlete Program

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STAGE 3 Transitional and Emerging Professional Tennis Players

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STAGE 4 Davis Cup / FED Cup

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Olympics 2016 / 2020

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High Performance Funnel

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Tennis New Zealand Support Structure

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Tennis New Zealand Development Pathway

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Tennis New Zealand Athlete Pathway

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Tennis New Zealand Targeted Performance Coaching

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Over the last 10 years, Tennis NZ has taken a broad-brush approach to its High Performance (HP) program whereby it provided some funding support, based primarily on individual rankings, to a wide group of individuals with very limited accountability required in return for this investment. In 2012, the Board of Tennis NZ identified that this

substantially in fewer athletes. This move will give

funding approach was not providing enough impact

Tennis NZ the opportunity to make a difference,

to ‘make a difference’ to a player’s performance and

and have input to the individual athlete’s program,

therefore, a new approach needed to be developed

and in turn give the athlete an opportunity to better

to ensure that what funding was available in

perform.

this area could be directed to those players who demonstrated the potential to reach performance goals set by Tennis NZ and be held accountable to these.

The intention is to create a pipeline feeding players (and their private coaches where appropriate) through a structured and supported pathway closely monitored and influenced by Tennis NZ.

In December 2012, Tennis NZ presented to regions

This will be performance based, elite, and athlete

and Tennis NZ selectors, its new draft High

focused with the goal of preparing selected

Performance Strategy that would guide Tennis NZ

athletes (aged 12 – 18 years) to become professional

through its next three year strategic cycle from

tennis players in the future. The long term vision

2014 – 2017.

for these athletes is that they are tracking towards

Throughout December 2012 and January 2013, feedback was received on this draft strategy and

a ranking of 150 or better on the ATP/WTA circuits by 2020.

Tennis NZ continued its internal discussions on a

This new strategy has been formulated through

range of topics, such as:

research of other nations’ tennis programs such as



the lack of top level tennis players coming out of NZ in recent years possibly due to the sport not having a defined HP pathway or sufficient support to attract talented athletes or role models;







Tennis Canada, Australia, the British LTA the USA and their college system, and the ITF. These nations, whilst having a larger population base, operate a similar standards-based system that defines the support levels provided. These are similar systems to those proposed in our new strategy. We have

there are limited financial resources at our

also modeled our funding structure off other

disposal;

successful New Zealand sports as well as High

the lack of exposure to high level intense

Performance Sport New Zealand which all focus on

competition in NZ for our athletes; and

a small number of high performing athletes.

that Tennis NZ has had no real influence or

Following the endorsement of the new HP Player

control over money granted to athletes for

Development Strategy, Tennis NZ engaged the

their individual programs.

services of a HP Advisor (0.5 FTE) and an additional

In March 2013 the Board of Tennis NZ endorsed in principal a new High Performance Player Development Strategy for 2014 – 2020.

Coach (0.75 FTE) to work primarily in the area of Talent recruitment and Development and initiated a HP Advisory Group that would monitor the implementation and delivery of this new strategy

The new strategy sees a move to a Junior Targeted

going forward. The HP staff now consists of a

Athlete program whereby we invest more

contracted Head of Performance, two full time HP coaches and a S&C Sports Scientist (0.25).

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HIGH PERFORMANCE VISION To inspire New Zealanders by having players tracking towards a singles ranking of 150 on the WTA/ATP tours by 2020. 1 (Rank 150 is where an athlete can self-fund, is realistic for NZ and is on the fringe of Grand Slam entry).

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HIGH PERFORMANCE STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES • To have a performance driven program that is respected and valued by stakeholders.

• Have these athletes and coaches aligned to the goal of becoming a professional tennis player ranked inside the top150 singles players in the

• To increase our ability to achieve our Vision by

world.

directing our best people and resources towards our Junior Targeted Athletes and their coaches.

• To have the Davis Cup and Fed Cup teams cemented in Group 1 by 2025.

2014 – 2020

GUIDING PRINCIPLES 1. We will take a long-term view to our high

the world.

performance development program and

5. Junior Targeted Athletes will be offered a best

focus in this period, 2014 – 2020, on attracting, retaining, and developing NZ junior talent (aged 12-18 years). This age bracket has been chosen

possible support structure; they will be required to work to TNZ individual programs with very clear accountabilities and KPI’s.

because at 12 years old the athlete will be starting to demonstrate the necessary qualities

6. Elite targeted athletes will be supported to

required to become a top level player; and at 18

travel to Europe and/ or USA to train and/

years of age the successful athletes can launch

or compete at selected tournaments; the

themselves onto the international stage either

development athletes will be supported to

through College or on the Tour and will need to

travel to Australia and the Pacific which will

be based overseas.

expose them to suitable competitions and

2. Due to the differing ages, needs and geographic location of athletes in the program, it will have the athlete as its central character and therefore

allow them to play on clay surfaces (widely recommended). 7. Identified Coaches will also be targeted and upskilled through programs in NZ and Australia.

we will personalise the support offered (this could mean simply financial support at an

8. A recommended part of the TNZ pathway

overseas academy or a visiting coach and trainer

for some of our Junior Targeted Athletes will

to a NZ home town).

include the US College system therefore we will encourage all athletes to continue to place

3. Our intention is for the 2014 - 2020 high

importance on their education.

performance development program to be exclusive whereby we invest more resources in

9. We will remove the culture of right and replace

fewer players. However, all high performance

with respect and privilege and a culture in

NZ junior players will remain on the TNZ radar.

line with professional athlete behaviours and

TNZ will be responsible for making all funding

expectations.

and selection decisions but will liaise widely to

10. We will communicate our HP development

ensure informed and transparent choices are

program and plans to all stakeholders for

being made.

understanding, awareness, accountability and

4. Investment decisions will be aligned to

responsibility.

supporting junior athletes and their coaches who are identified and are ‘on track’ based on Performance Funnels (designed from data gathered about athletes who have reached 150 or better) that lead to a singles rank of 150 in

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HIGH PERFORMANCE SWOT ANALYSIS

HIGH PERFORMANCE

SWOT ANALYSIS INTERNAL STRENGTHS

WEAKNESSES

• High participation numbers in tennis throughout country • NZer’s are interested and avidly follow sport, incl. tennis. Sports stars have high status in NZ

• The commitment to many hours of one-on-one coaching, which is an integral part of HP coaching is not financially viable for centres/ academies • Tennis is not attracting our best junior athletes • There was untagged funding to regional performance programs

• Career advantage – lucrative • We have a good relationship and network in international tennis circles worldwide

• Lack of a national HP tennis facility • Lack of exposure to regular high-level competition in NZ

• there is a comprehensive international competition tennis circuit available for all ages

• Limited access to HP coaching for athletes • Lack of exposure/ opportunity to engage in intense level tennis training

EXTERNAL OPPORTUNITIES

THREATS

• NZ passport holders playing tennis overseas • Provide attractive programs that encourage High Performing athletes to choose tennis over other sports

• Other sports are more attractive/popular(team sports) • Lack of funds possibly because tennis is a high risk investment

• Use the resources offered at overseas tennis federations and academies

• Tennis is too hard and too competitive for NZer’s (life at home is too good)

• Follow other sport codes by investing heavily in fewer athletes

• Need for players to commit at 12 – 14 years of age (very young) and spend extended periods of time overseas

• Educate and upskill coaches • HPSNZ is a resource potential for expertise and funding – athletes and coaches

• Difficult to ID talent at a young age

• SEED and private funding

*Data from Sport NZ’s Young People’s Survey 2012

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2014-2017 PL AYER DEVELOPMENT PATHWAY

2014 – 2017

PLAYER DEVELOPMENT PATHWAY

TNZ Junior player development program

PROFESSIONAL TENNIS

TOURING PRO Self-managed programs monitored by TNZ. Davis Cup Fed Cup

TRANSITIONAL US College OR Self-managed program

NON TARGETED ATHLETES: (10 – 18 YRS)

TARGETED ATHLETE PROGRAM

Those junior players not selected as a Junior Targeted Athlete will continue to train in local programs while remaining on TNZ’s radar as either potential future targeted athletes or Davis Cup/Fed Cup players. They will also be encouraged to take the US University pathway (or alternative) which provides a creditable pathway and opportunity for New Zealand players moving out of the Jr ranks. TNZ will remain available for advice and planning assistance as appropriate.

TENNIS NZ’S PRIMARY AND INTENSE AREA OF FOCUS

ELITE TARGETED ATHLETES (12 - 18 YRS)

DEVELOPMENT TARGETED ATHLETES (10 - 16YRS)

TNZ TALENT ID AND TARGETED RECRUITMENT PROCESS WILL DRAW FROM LOCAL PLAYER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS EG: Regional Development Programs Private Academies School Academies Club Programs and NZ Players Training and Living Overseas

• Davis Cup/Fed Cup player payments and coaching during these competitions. • Non-financial support for planning and advice. • Possible financial support in exceptional cases for up to 24 months if player is ‘on track’ to achieve TNZ HP Vision of 150 rank singles • Players monitored by TNZ Coaches and DC Captain; training blocks where appropriate.

• Non-financial support for planning and advice. • Possible financial support in exceptional cases for up to 24 months if player is ‘on track’ to achieve TNZ HP Vision of 150 rank singles. • Players monitored by TNZ Coaches and DC Captain; training blocks where appropriate.

• Individual Performance Programs developed, managed and tracked by TNZ in consultation with private coach and parents. • TNZ HP coaching assistance and guidance. • Financial investment in training/development programs and tours for athlete and coach. • International training and competition tours. • Access to TNZ endorsed services.

• Individual Development Plans monitored by TNZ in consultation with private coach and parents. • Training opportunities and 2 subsidised Aust/ Pac tours. • Access to TNZ endorsed services.

• TNZ HP Coaches will liaise with all these programs through the TNZ targeted recruitment process. They will also monitor players overseas and track progress and results of all New Zealand players. • Talent ID camps • Coach mentoring

DEVELOPMENT TARGETED ATHLETE PROGR AM

STAGE 1:

DEVELOPMENT TARGETED ATHLETE PROGRAM (10 – 16 YRS) AIM

SELECTION

The aim of the Development Targeted Athlete

Members of the Development Targeted Athlete

program is to build a base of young players who

Program will be selected by the TNZ Junior

have potential to advance to the Elite Targeted

Selection Panel on an annual basis (late January).

Athlete program level. These players will be

Selection will be based on the following criteria:

monitored and tracked by TNZ’s coaches.

­• Be a minimum of 10 years of age and a maximum

Development Targeted Athletes will be provided

of 16 years of age.

with access to sports science and subsidised Aust/

­• Meet the TNZ selection criteria (separate

Pac tours (funding/support is discretionary and

document) and be considered capable of

based on rate of progress).

reaching top 150 singles rank in the future in

BENEFITS (NOT LIMITED TO)

accordance with TNZ Performance Funnels.

­• Development Targeted Athletes are clearly on the Tennis NZ radar and considered to be potential

tennis player commited to NZ.

Elite Targeted Athletes in the future.

­• Demonstrate elite athlete qualities and have

­• Individual Development Plans will be developed

the physical and personal attributes/character

by TNZ in consultation with the player/coach/

required to become a pro tennis player.

parents and monitored by TNZ.

­• Committed to continuing with their education.

­• TNZ staff available to provide advice and planning eg fitness, nutritional, training, tournament schedule etc.

­• Intrinsic ambition and goal to be a professional

­• Agree to working with and support the TNZ program.

­• Tournament/clinic and training opportunities domestically and internationally (primarily Australia/Pacific).

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STAGE 2:

ELITE TARGETED ATHLETE PROGRAM (12 – 18 YRS) AIM

SELECTION

The aim of the Elite Targeted Athlete program is

Elite Targeted Athletes will be selected on an annual

to select a small number of players (single figures)

basis (January) by the TNZ Junior Selection Panel

who TNZ believe have the ability and potential to

and will be based on the following selection criteria:

become a senior level top 150 singles ranked player in the future. Elite Targeted Athletes will have their individual tennis programs, both on and off the court, developed, managed and tracked by the TNZ Coaches, and staff in consultation with the player’s private coach and parents, and be provided with every domestic and international opportunity possible by TNZ to ensure that they are the

­­• Be a minimum of 12 years of age and a maximum of 18 years of age and be playing for NZ only. ­• Be considered by TNZ, and the majority of its ‘advisors’, to have the ability and potential to become a senior level top 150 singles ranked player in the future and ‘on track’ according to TNZ Performance Funnel. ­• 100% committed to becoming a professional

absolutely best prepared they can be to transition

tennis player for NZ and passionate about the

into the senior ranks.

game – it is intrinsic. ­• Committed to continuing with their education

BENEFITS (NOT LIMITED TO) ­• As an Elite Targeted Athlete Program member, you are the primary focus within the TNZ High Performance program and will be afforded every domestic and international opportunity that can

to enable possible US College entry if required/ appropriate. ­• Committed to playing for New Zealand if selected for national representation. ­­• Parents and athlete agree that TNZ Coaches and

be provided by TNZ within available TNZ and

staff will manage their child’s tennis program,

private resources.

in consultation with the child’s private coach

­• Individual Performance Programs will be developed by TNZ in consultation with the player/ coach/parents and tracked on a regular basis by a TNZ Coach. This includes all aspects of their

where appropriate, and that TNZ must agree and endorse their program to enable ongoing investment. ­• Signed TNZ contract which includes behaviour

programs eg sport physc, sport science etc both

expectations, media obligations and pay-back

on and off the court.

requirements etc.

­• Tournament and training opportunities domestically and internationally as deemed appropriate by TNZ coaches to meet the needs of the individual player. ­• Athlete life, educational planning and off-court sport science services support.

STAGE 3:

TRANSITIONAL AND EMERGING PROFESSIONAL TENNIS PLAYERS (18 YRS) +

These players who are in the US College system or self managed will be assisted by TNZ where possible in opening doors at the US Universities providing recommendations and advice. TNZ will remain in contact and monitor progress. In exceptional cases where a player is well on track to reach the HP Vision of a top 150 singles rank according to the Performance Funnel, TNZ will assist in seeking private and external funding to help the player become the best they can.

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DAVIS CUP / FED CUP

STAGE 4:

DAVIS CUP / FED CUP Tennis NZ’s Davis Cup and Fed Cup objective by 2025 is to have these teams cemented in Asia/Oceania Group I. For the Davis Cup team to achieve this, based on

team and participate in this competition annually.

today’s Group I player rankings, at least one player

Davis Cup players will be paid to play in accordance

needs to be ranked inside the top 150 ATP and a

with the relevant pay schedules but no on the road

second player ranked inside the top 200 and/or

coaching will be provided.

a pairing ranked inside the top 50 in doubles or thereabouts.

Our vision is for our Junior Player Development Program to, in the future, produce players that will

The current NZ Davis Cup players do not hold these

enable us to achieve the goal of being cemented in

rankings and this strategy does not include bridging

Group I for Davis Cup and Fed Cup.

this gap; however TNZ will continue to field a DC

OLYMPICS 2016 AND 2020 Olympic selection in 2016 does not form part of our strategy, however, TNZ will apply to the NZOC for inclusion in the NZ Olympic team in singles and/or doubles should any NZ tennis players qualify by reaching the standards set by the IOC and NZOC selection panel and meet the DC/FC player requirements. As a reference to the level required, the HPSNZ

potential for the athlete to medal. Our strategy

funding pathway for the Olympics is via a carding

is not aligned to players reaching HPSNZ criteria.

system and PEG grants (world top 16) which is

However should they do so in the future we will

aligned to their performance standards and the

approach HPSNZ on their behalf.

1000 or 50 ITF

800

600

400

200

0

NZ ED T J EC H O PR CK PAT 0 0 A 1 R T TO P TO

ATP RANKING

10

9

Roger Federer

GE 2 A T S

TNZ Targeted Athlete (12-18 yrs)

Marina Erakovic

Samantha Stosur

NZ ITF Grade 4 - Finals

NZ ITF Grade 3 - Quater Finals

Top 3 NZ and Australia Age Nationals

Serena Williams

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David Ferrer

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FUNNEL

HIGH PERFORMANCE

S

E3 G A T

6

5

Transitional Elite HP at UNI or self managed (18-22 yrs)

Top 15 NCAA

7

YEARS OUT FROM TOP 100 RANK 4

3

Touring Pro (22+ yrs)

4 E G STA

2

1

0

15

17

19

21

23

25

AGE

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TNZ SUPPORT STRUCTURE Progression/Targets

PHASE STAGE 4

STAGE 3

WHAT THIS MEANS

Touring Pro

• The athlete is a self-managed touring professional and may be a NZ DC/FC team member.

Transitional

• In US University or self-managed. • Overseen by Tennis NZ Coach. • Potential DC/FC member • In exceptional cases TNZ will assist in saving funds

STAGE 2

Elite Targeted Athlete

• All aspects of program overseen by Tennis NZ HP team • Coaching and travel substantially funded by TNZ. • Sport science services provided.

STAGE 1

Development Targeted Athlete

• Been ID by TNZ coaches. • Training in home environment. • Attend Training Camps. • Working towards becoming an Elite Target Athlete. • Competing in Nationals (age group) in NZ and Australia

QUALIFYING CRITERIA

TENNIS NZ SUPPORT

HPSNZ

Top 150 ATP/WTA rankings.

TNZ may seek private funding for up to 24 months.

Carded PEG.

Potential for top 150 ranking and tracking

Open doors /advise / possible clinics/training as appropriate.

PM Sch.

In exceptional cases, assistance with funding.

ID as potential for 150 rank or better and tracking

Substantially funded domestically and internationally with coaching, travel and support services. Individual programs developed.

NIL

Maybe capable of future 150 ranking.

Funded domestically with support services and training camps, subsidised travel to tournaments in Australia.

NIL

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TNZ DEVELOPMENT PATHWAY Progression/Targets STAGE STAGE 4

Elite Touring Pro 22+ years

STAGE 3

Elite HP – Uni or self-managed 18 – 22 years

STAGE 2

Talent Development – Elite Targeted Athlete 12 – 18 years

STAGE 1

Talent ID – Development Targeted Athlete 10 – 14 years

STAGE 0

Junior Under 10 years

ATHLETE DESCRIPTION

COMPETITION OUTCOMES

Athlete is focused on being world class. Full time touring. FC/DC member. Athlete and coach will use all available sport training technology and science to enhance performance

Top 150 ranking

Individually and independently motivated to train. Identified as talented and chosen as Targeted Athlete

Potential top 150 rank. Futures and ITF tournaments gathering points. 50% rule – open /age group.

Athletes have become aware of training requirements in order to be competitive and are more involved in own developments. Training and competing is disciplined. Focus on skill and technique development between athlete and coach.

National top 3, ITF tournaments semis. Comfortable and confident competing internationally.

This is the skill development stage where fundamental skills are refined and made more efficient. Specific disciplines from the sport are introduced with basic technique. Coaching hours increase but still with focus on fun.

National age group top 3. Introduction to international competition and training.

Introduction to the sport and a passion is being found. Becoming involved in the community of tennis and having fun are the primary focuses.

Not competition focused – inclusive and fun.

Only play up if likely to win. 33% rule – stronger/comparable /weaker.

COACHING

Clinics and support from TNZ on tour where possible otherwise self-managed with private coach.

SKILL DEVELOPMENT

Mastery and ongoing skill development, skills automated, disciplined,

PHYSICAL

MENTAL

Individual targeted goals and self-driven program

As appropriate. Professional behaviour in place. Mental strength training tailored to suit.

focused. Consistently benchmarking against relevant competitors

TNZ Clinics where appropriate. Driven by Uni program.

Individual, bench marked against international standards. Maximising skills in a training and competition environment.

Individual, independent self-motivated periodised programs

Education regarding expectations. Mental strength training

National / regional individual performance plan driven by TNZ National coach. National coach involvement and input into Individual performance programs.

Identify strength and weaknesses and address these to maximize strengths and minimize weaknesses.

Regular individualised and supervised gym training. Specific skill development on and off court. Regular recreational training. Selfperformance monitoring. Education around recovery options and cross over skills.

Understanding of the concepts of concentration, commitment, control and strength. Sessions and workshops on specific topics applicable to developmental stage. Parents understand their role and the pathway ahead.

Regional programs driving individual plans. Athlete strengths and weaknesses identified and developed by regional coaches – maximizing strengths and minimizing weaknesses. National coach interfacing with regional coach.

Stablisation of fundamentals in competition environment. Overall skill development focusing on sport specific skills. Develop generic tennis skills covering all aspects.

Learn how training can be fun. Organised sport and training activities. Cross training activities (soccer, athletics, cricket etc)

Understanding of task orientation and goal setting to achieve short, mid and long term goals. Parent education of pathway and their role.

Weekend or holiday programs. Club/community based tennis with peers/friends.

Have fun learning the basics with mini tennis equipment.

Athlete is involved in a variety of organised sports.

Learn the love of the sport. Explore the concepts of goal setting and personal performance. Achieving personal goals is more important than winning in competition.

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TNZ ATHLETE PATHWAY Progression/Targets DEVELOPMENT PHASE

STAGE 4

Touring Pro /

AGE

YEARS IN SPORT

ATHLETES (APPROX.)

22+

10 +

4

18 - 22

6 – 10

10

16 - 18

4–8

10

10 - 14

3-6

25

Up to 10

1–4

Unlimited

Elite HP

STAGE 3

Elite HP / US University

STAGE 2

Talent Development / Elite Targeted Athlete

STAGE 1

Talent ID / Development Targeted Athlete

STAGE 0

Junior Club Player/ Grass roots

10 years and 10,000 hours of focused, deliberate, meaningful practice to reach Pro status.

YEARS TO TOP 150

1-4

PROGRESSIONS PHYSICAL HOURS PER WEEK

% COMPETING/ TRAINING RATIO

ORGANISATION RESPONSIBLE (FUNDING AND ATHLETE LIFE)

Compete to win

80/20

Self

Full-time

5 peak events

HPSNZ

20-30 Pro tournaments

4-6

6-10

Train to win

70/30

Self

University timetable

(80-100 singles)

HPSNZ

Train to compete and learn to win

60/40

Tennis NZ

15-25 hrs tennis

3 peak events

Parents

6-8 hrs non tennis

18-22 tournaments (65-80 singles/25-45 doubles)

8-12

10-20

Train to train

40/60

Tennis NZ

8-20 hrs tennis

10-15 tournaments

Regional

2-6 hrs non tennis

(35-45 singles/15-25 doubles)

Parents

Learn to train and learn the sport

20/80

Regional

2-8 hrs tennis

6-8 tournaments

Parents

2-6 hrs non tennis

(15 singles/25 doubles)

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TENNIS NZ TARGETED PERFORMANCE COACHING ASSESSMENT OF CURRENT SITUATION • It is currently difficult to operate a sustainable career in Performance tennis coaching – therefore not an attractive or viable career option • Few NZ coaches have had the opportunity to become World Class therefore there is limited depth • There is no regular collaboration between tennis coaches or other sport code coaches and no databases of information or standardisation of Performance coaching • No long term plans to recruit potential performance coaches from a player that have finished their playing careers - i.e. succession planning. • Coaches – day to day have admin and other obligations, therefore it is difficult for them to dedicate sufficient hours regularly working as a Performance coach (ie one on one with a Performance player) to upskill in this area.

It is also recognised that with the level of professionalism and specialised requirements in the modern professional game, a tailored long term plan is necessary for Performance coaches. Being engaged with a suitable long-term plan would enable them to meet the complex demands of coaching at this level. LIKELY CHARACTERISTICS • Someone who has had an international playing background • They are or were named as a Tennis NZ Targeted Athlete’s private coach • They Tour or have Toured regularly with athletes as a coach • They coach significant hours one on one • They do extra time with players for a low hourly rate • They are passionate about the game and the players they coach

• Training courses are expensive and elite

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PERFORMANCE

• Other sports career pathways are more attractive

COACHES AND COMMUNITY COACHES

and secure

Peformance coaches will be capable of: • Planning of processes towards an outcome (at

WHAT DOES A NZ PERFORMANCE COACH MOSTLY LOOK LIKE INTRODUCTION Successful performance coaching is about the athlete and the process to deliver the support they need. It is athlete-centric, the coaches are leaders of people and process, are learners, are collaborators and are self-driven.

elite level) • Delivery during training and competition over long periods of time • Management of resources, people, and constraints • Strategic Coordination - priortisation, integration, evaluation, culture, and long-term planning There is not necessarily a linear progression from club or community coaching to peformance. Performance coaching is about coaching people not just tennis.

HOW WILL THESE COACHES BE IDENTIFIED

Appropriate learning and development programmes for current and potential HP coaches

The TNZ HP team will identify suitable people via a competency framework based on past playing level, coaching level and experience, relationship skills

will be sought, which will assist in achieving the necessary characteristics of leadership, selfawareness, critical reflection, ability to provide

and interest in continual learning/development.

feedback, planning skills, athlete-centric, inquisitive,

• They will effectively declare themselves as they

share info and the drive to be successful.

will be around the top NZ players at tournaments • They are or have been shoulder tapped by Associations/Academies/Players/Federations



• Essentially the programme is a Targeted approach aligning with the Targeted Athlete Player Development Programme.

ENABLERS FOR DEVELOPMENT • Facilitation of applications to: • Performance Coach Advance • Prime Ministers Scholarships

• Tour opportunities with Targeted Athletes: Tennis NZ will provide opportunities for Targeted Performance coaches to travel to tournaments and academies, which

• Australian HP coaching course

will accelerate learning, and help them

• Mentors

grow into world-class performers. By

Additionally Tennis NZ will provide: • Opportunites to working at the Talent ID/ Training Camps • Coaching support advice from the Tennis NZ HP coaches

having more coaches regularly touring, it will enable Tennis NZ to stay in touch with latest methods and systems, innovations and opportunities; and it will facilitate networking and put NZ tennis on the map in international circles.

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Phone: +64 9 528 5428 • Email: [email protected]

www.tennisnz.com

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