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E.P.I.C Essex Pathway to International Competition

E.P.I.C Essex Pathway to International Competition. Mark Hayden – Talent & Performance Coordinator - Essex Rob Ellis – Tennis Development Manager - Essex. Background . What is performance level tennis – what are we aspiring to? Need for a performance pathway for talented players to progress

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E.P.I.C Essex Pathway to International Competition

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  1. E.P.I.CEssex Pathway to International Competition Mark Hayden – Talent & Performance Coordinator - Essex Rob Ellis – Tennis Development Manager - Essex

  2. Background • What is performance level tennis – what are we aspiring to? • Need for a performance pathway for talented players to progress • Tennis is an early start sport ( but not necessarily early specialisation) • Benefits of getting the better players together • Working with local club coaches • Producing more performance players in Essex

  3. The EPIC Programme • 2 group sessions per week during term time • 1 individual session at this club or if already at a club with own individual coach • Quality indoor facilities • Quality coaches with low coach to player ratio • Physical training included • Internal Competition every half term • Most talented children will be invited to join this programme

  4. Purpose of today’s activities • To identify potential players for the EPIC programme • To carry out a series of objective assessment exercises • To select players for entry into the programme • Provide information on alternative programmes

  5. Testing criteria – what are we looking for? • Speed – Straight line sprint • Footwork/Agility/Coordination – around cones • Eye-hand coordination - ball skills (throw & catch) • Competitiveness – will to win • Listening skills – ability to learn quickly • Focus – concentration and commitment • Attitude – determination & desire

  6. Long Term Player Development – what is required? • 6 Hours of Sport for a 6 year old per week • EPIC programme • 2 x 1.5 hours structured group coaching (inc. 30mins ABCs) • 30-60 mins individual coaching at local club • In-house competition organised every 6 weeks • For elite performance – 10,000 hours over 10 years • Windows of opportunity to learn specific skills at certain ages. • Other sports are still important – foundation skills

  7. National Competition Framework • 7 & under mini tennis red • 8 & under mini tennis orange/red • 9 & under mini tennis orange • 10 & under full court with green ball • Low compression balls (Sponge indoor/Felt outdoor) • Low net • Court appropriate to size, strength and ability • Competition - compete only on mini red court • Advise on competition format for selected players

  8. Mini Tennis Ratings • Selected players need to register for free British Tennis Membership • All 7 & under players with BTM given red 4 rating (starter rating)

  9. Smaller Kids Smaller Courts

  10. Funding & Costs • LTA Satellite Club Funding • Costs to parents - heavily subsidised £8 per session • Other costs for parents on the tennis journey • Individual lessons essential • Equipment – Rackets/shoes/clothing • Entry fees from £6-£10 per tournament • Travel costs to tournaments

  11. The British Tennis Parents Website • www.britishtennisparents.com • Created by experienced tennis parents Judy Murray and Dan Thorpe, this site offers up a wide range of advice for parents. • Appropriate for parents of high performance players and new players • Information on how you can best support your child • Finance advice • Equipment choices • Nutrition: Before and during matches • Specific help via the Ask Judy Q&A Section • Go online to get information and advice to help you make the best decisions for your children

  12. What’s happens now? • Players selected for EPIC contacted by email • Exit routes for players not selected at this stage • EPIC programme Jan 2010 • Mark Hayden – Talent & Performance Coordinator 07958252103 email: mark.hayden@lta.org.uk • Rob Ellis– Tennis Development Manager 07939016617 email: rob.ellis@lta.org.uk • Essex LTA Office: Amanda Michelow 0208 502 6364 email: amanda.michelow@lta.org.uk

  13. Contact Details • Mark Hayden – Talent & Performance Coordinator 07958252103 email mark.hayden@lta.org.uk • Rob Ellis – Tennis Development Manager 07939016617 email: rob.ellis@lta.org.uk • Essex LTA Office: Amanda Michelow 0208 502 6364 email: amanda.michelow@lta.org.uk

  14. Club Contacts • David Lloyd Club – Basildon. Jamie Walker (Tennis & Racquets Manager) 01268 662100 email: sport.basildon@davidlloyd.co.uk • Clearview Esporta Health & Racquets Club. Kingsley Harris – Tennis Manager/Head Coach 01277 815640 email: kingsley.harris@esporta.com • Compete programme HPC-Tom Higgins Tennis Manager Redbridge Sports Centre-07885968237 email competetennis@gmail.com

  15. Any questions?

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