Development Academies. LGFA Player Development Programme

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1 Development Academies LGFA Player Development Programme

2 What are LGFA Developments Academies? In a nutshell, Development Academies should assist with the overall development of Ladies Gaelic Football within a County. Better players will lead to stronger clubs which in turn will develop the County as a whole. Development Academies should be: An Inclusive programme for all players, focusing on a wide range of abilities An opportunity for players to be exposed to training at a higher standard An opportunity for all Counties to enhance their process of player development and talent identification Promotion of a non competitive enjoyable environment prioritising the involvement of all players LGFA Development Academies Pathway: U13 Identify and recruit a maximum number of players to play with different players, learn new skills, and develop the fundamental skills in a game environment Emphasis on Developing the Player U15 Provide an opportunity for players to develop individually and as a team within the optimum environment for player development Emphasis on Team Development U17 Provide players with pathways to best assist their development and transition towards adult football Emphasis on Player & Team Development through educational and practical sessions

3 Benefits of Development Academies Players exposed to quality coaching Highlight issues of best practice Create awareness of good coaching structures and methods Assists in monitoring players over a longer period of time Create good club relationships Increase the standard of the Club Scene Increase Standard of County Development Academy coaches All clubs given opportunity to be represented on Development Squads as a player/coach/co ordinator Role of the Development Academy Co-Ordinator Role: To co ordinate, promote and implement the Development Academy Programme within the County in conjunction with the County Development Officer in accordance with LGFA best practice guidelines to ensure the goals and objectives specified for the programme are accomplished Functions: Plan, Organise and Implement the Development Academy Programme Acts as the main contact with the County Development Officer/County Board to ensure all objectives are being met To be a major influence with the Development Academy System through an energetic and inspiring approach allied to effective communication and organisational skills Oversee all aspects of the programme Overall responsibility for the co ordination of all games (Internal Blitz, Inter County Blitz with Twin County and Provincial Blitz) on behalf of the Development Academies including all arrangements for same

4 Assists in the identification and recruitment of high calibre Coaches to operate within the Development Academy Structure Provides leadership by circulating the relevant information, providing feedback and advising coaches Have an input into the selection process of players. Important aims of the programme are at the forefront at all times regarding same. Assist in the identification of potential Guest Coaches Manage Administrative functions related to the Development Academy Programme Organises appropriate venues for the programme Maintain accurate database of players details and their involvement in the programme To ensure all Coaches attend the relevant training workshops provided to empower them to carry out their role to the best of their ability To inform players about the aim of the programme and the expectations required Keep in regular contact with clubs and club coaches regarding Development Academy activities Monitor the programme throughout and on completion, review same in conjunction with the County Development Officer Ensure all training gear and coaching equipment is appropriately purchased (if required), maintained and cleaned Selecting what age groups your County will focus on this year? Important to have a sufficient number of Co ordinators? Should aim to have one co ordinator per age group Important to have a sufficient number of Coaches for each age group? Should aim to have 1: 10 coach/player ratio. The above will be determined by the following: i. Number of venues you hope to have at each group ii. Number of players you hope to invite from each club iii. Resources available i.e. equipment, facilities etc. iv. Costs

5 Communication Ensure all clubs are aware of process at all times Open and regular communication with County Exec Identify a main coaching contact (where possible) for each club outside of the Club secretary to assist with ensuring all players are aware of events Promote the success of the programme to the wider public Selecting Players Every club to be involved Allow 3 or 4 players per club to attend (dependable on resources available) U13 Development Squad Girls in first year of under 14 U15 Development Squad Girls in first year of under 16 U17 Development Squad Girls in first year of under 18 Coaches Venues Encourage all coaches to have sufficient training done and provide same if Required i.e. Fundamentals Utilise best practice coaching documentation provided Punctuality and preparation are key elements Ensure a positive environment is created Liaise with Coaches on regular basis to resolve any issue that may arise from the Sessions Ensure all coaches are Garda/Access NI vetted and have completed the Code of Ethics Basics Awareness workshop Number of venues will be dictated by o Number of clubs within County? o Geographical size of County? Venue needs to have Adequate facilities o changing rooms, portable goals o adequate number of pitches o Availability of venue it is recommended to stay with same venue for duration of the programme

6 Equipment Need sufficient supply of equipment o Footballs 1 football per 3 players if possible o Bibs o Cones o Portable goals (needed for skills assessment) o Helpers (required for skills assessment) o Water It is recommended that all players participating in the programme should be encouraged to bring their own water to the sessions o First Aid Kit Coaching Sessions Blitzes Ensure coaches are on time, are prepared and are ready to engage with participants as they arrive Carry out a safety check pre session Set up registration desk Conduct a roll call at every session Start and finish on time Authorisation to host and/or participate in all tournaments, friendly and challenge games shall be obtained 24 hours in advance from: o The County Board if within the County o Provincial Council, where teams are from different Counties within the same Province o Central Council, where teams from more than one Province are involved All games are non competitive Ensure all players get to play Provide food for the day if applicable Focus on the performance (development of the player) NOT the result (Winning the games) Create positive environment

7 Presentation Evening (optional) Costs Why? o To reward the girls for their participation o Present development squad certificates When? o Advertise to the clubs/parents via , text & flyers at sessions leading up to and including the Provincial Blitz o Hold when programme is complete Who to invite? o Invite local County Players to attend o Parents and club representatives Need to identify potential costs prior to the commencement of the programme (Sample funding document included in booklet) Devise fundraising plan to finance costs identified Additional Activities Talk from a Nutritionist Ensure he/she is qualified Stretching session Visit from County Player(s) Attendance at underage and adult Inter County Matches as a squad Look to attend All Ireland Ladies Gaelic Football Finals in September. Contact Paula Prunty at paula@ladiesgaelic.ie for possible promotional offers