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Introduction
The new PNZ
representative/coaching structure will be
implemented from July 2008.
The aim is to move to a more
structured and professional approach to our
sport; an approach that not only chooses players
to represent New Zealand but one that provides
ongoing support for these players, through
coaching. This will enable us to prepare our
best performing athletes to compete on the
international stage with other nations on an
even footing.
Our aim is to also provide
coaches throughout the country at regional and
club levels. They will be accessible to all our
members and it is hoped that this will provide
the platform for you to discuss your goals and
work with someone to achieve them.
On the face of it this is all
good stuff, but let me assure you, there is no
magic pill for achieving excellence; this comes
from dedication, single mindedness and a lot of
hard work. So for you to get anything out of
this new structure you will have to contribute
your bit.
I believe this structure and its
processes make the compilation of our
representative teams a completely comprehensive
and objective exercise, where the players
themselves will be able to see what they need to
do at every phase to make the cut.
It will take longer than a year
to implement the structure in its entirety and
integration of representative teams will be
successive. However, the basic processes are in
place in the first year and will remain
unchanged.
We recognize funding of this
process and representative teams is a key issue
in any structure. Accordingly this is high on
our priority list and one that we will continue
to work on throughout the development of this
structure.
PNZ as an organisation has
relatively small revenue. However, this does not
limit or reflect their commitment. By way of
recognition to their future commitment to the
process, PNZ:
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has established an
International Representative Fund
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will continue to apply for
funding and sponsorship
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investigate innovative ways
to create revenue
It will take time to build up the
International Representative Fund but for the
2009 season is committed to provide the
following minimum funding:
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$100 per player, Trans Tasman
Challenge
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$100 per player,
Singapore/Asian Championships or similar
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$200 per player, World
Championships
Ideally PNZ would like to be able
to fully fund every event but without
sustainable and sufficient revenue, this cannot
be guaranteed. This is an unfortunate reality
for any minority sport and players need to
consider the cost implications to them, before
deciding on participation in the representation
process.
To offset some of the running
costs of this structure, there is a
non-refundable $50 fee for all players who
register for representation. Any surplus after
the running costs have been covered will be put
into the International Representative Fund.
There is also a deposit of $500
for the 12 players attending the assessment camp
(see Phase 3). Of course those players not
selected for the squad of 8 players (see Phase
4) will receive a full refund. Similarly, should
there be sufficient sponsorship and fund raising
to cover costs, the squad could eventually
receive a refund also.
If anyone would like to discuss
funding or would like budget advice, they can
contact Bryan Wells at bawells@xtra.co.nz
So, to all those promising, Bruno
Rochers, Philippe Quantais or Philippe Suchauds
out there, who want to continue on their
development path and vie for representation;
good luck and always strive to do your best.
As I said earlier the success of
any program lies with the commitment of the
participants, that's you!
Murray Porter
Technical Director of
Representation (TDR)
May 2008 |
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