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Join us for the 'Gaining The Edge' Consultation Workshop on 8th October 2012 at Dunsilly Hotel. This event aims to address critical issues facing Hurling development in Antrim through discussions and proposals for underage and senior competitions. Key proposals include establishing all-county competitions, unifying playing days, and entering Leinster leagues. Your feedback is essential in shaping the future of Hurling in Antrim. Don't miss your chance to contribute to the strategy for Hurling development from 2013-2018!
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Antrim Hurling ‘Gaining The Edge’Consultation Workshop 8 October 2012 - 7.30pm at Dunsilly Hotel
Group Membership Jim Nelson, St Pauls Johnny Mc Intosh,Glenariffe Liam Donnelly, St Johns Pat Hamill, Shane O Neills Dessie Donnelly, Ballycastle John Shannon, Tir Na Nog Aidan Hamill, Rossa Paul Donnelly, St Pauls John Campbell, Loughgiel
Background • Established to address current issues facing the development of Hurling in Antrim • Underage • Development Squads • Senior Club – Inter County • 6 meetings held since August 2012 • Reviewed existing successful delivery models • 5 proposals identified for immediate action
Background (2) All-Ireland U21 Championship Results
Proposal 1All Hurling Competitions to be Played on an All- County Basis • Key Elements • Under 14 through to Senior • Competitions to be played on an all county basis • Benefits • Greater unity within the county • Better opportunity to identify and develop talented hurlers
Proposal 2 Adult Club Leagues & Championship • Key Elements • Division 1 - 12 team league = single round basis • Division 2 & 3 – 8 team leagues = home & away basis • Division 4 -6 team league = played on a home and away basis • Championship aligned to league structures • Benefits • Better opportunities for player development • Increasing the number of players playing at the top level • Better balance leagues and number of ‘high stake’ games
Proposal 3 Unification of Playing Days • Essential ingredient for the successful implementation of Antrim Development Squads programme. • This model has been recognised an essential part of hurling development in other counties: Dublin, Limerick, Kilkenny etc. • This will result in a ‘Master Plan’ for fixtures, development squads and county training within the County (u14-Senior)
Proposal 4Entry into Leinster Leagues/C’Ships • Key Elements • U14 -Senior • Application to Leinster Provincial Council • Benefits • Higher quality competition • Improved coaching standards • Improved inter county/club links and relationships
Proposal 5Appointment of a High Performance Director • Key Elements • High calibre appointment • 3-5 years senior management experience • Relevant coaching qualifications/experience • Benefits • Co-ordinated approach to the development of hurling in Antrim • Continuity of development
Proposal 5 (2)High Performance Director: Job Description The post holder will be responsible for: • Developing policies, programmes and coaching plans for all development squads • Recruiting, training and supporting all managers/coaches involved in development squads • Establishing and developing elite squads (coaching, strength and conditioning etc) • Monitoring and reviewing the progress players and coaches involved in development squads
Proposal 5 (3)Proposed Staffing Structure Coiste Bainisti County Coaching and Games Development Committee Coaching & Games Manager Hurling H P Director Football ??? Senior,U21,Minor Managers Development Squad Coaches
Next Steps • Feedback considered by Hurling Focus Group • Proposals will be finalised for County Convention – December 2012 • Immediate implementation of proposals (January – June 2013) • Process for Strategy Development 2013-18 initiated. • Presentation to GAA Officials to secure greater levels of investment in Hurling in Antrim
Consultation Feedback – 8th October 2012 Opportunity for further feedback responses needed by 16th October 2012