Program Details

What:

This program is for athletes interested in continuous, committed High Performance Training and Competition during the winter/spring months. The Program focuses on team preparation and tactical strategies, and involves high performance coaching by certified coaches. Athletes will be provided with a fitness program and fitness training support and will be expected to work on their fitness from winter to spring to meet a beep test fitness requirement. The Regional Program is the first step in provincial team athlete identification process, and is mandatory for athletes interested in representing BC.

Who:

• Female athletes born in 1995, 1996 and 1997
• Island Region - live (or attend school) on Vancouver Island

 When: 

• Trials - completed for the 2012/2013 season.
• The program will start in January, 2013.
• Train to Compete Tournament - April 26-28, 2013 at UBC.
• Team BC Selection directly from the Tournament.

 Where: 

• University of Victoria Turf

• Ferreira Field, Duncan

 Important:
Attendance at the first trial is mandatory in order to be considered for selection. If you are injured, selectors must see a doctor or physiotherapist’s note with a return to play date.  Please send an email to your zone representatuve if you are injured, so the selectors are aware of all injuries prior to the trials. Please see the High Performance athlete eligibility and attendance policies here.

Regional Program Cost (2012/2013 Program):

• $399 per athlete

Regional Program Highlights:

• Team Development and Performance
  20 hours of on-field training, game play and competition focus with certified FHBC coaches and guest coaches
  PC skills, basic tactics, feedback
  Possible selection to the spring Tournament
  Sport Science session
  Fitness Program
  Possible selection to Team BC

Contacts:

• Colleen Reay, FHBC High Performance Program Manager (colleen@fieldhockeybc.com, 604-730-7220)