North West Lightning Academy

Following the success of last year’s North West Lightning Academy, we will be running a similar program prior to the start of the 2021 hockey season. Return to Hockey Guidelines which will be followed at each venue with a COVID Safety Plan operating that incorporates each shire’s guidelines.

To ensure the sustainability of the program, a minimum of 15 participants is required at each venue. Expressions of interest are required by Wednesday 11^th November .

 

Key Information

• Open to players born in 2003 – 2010
• Commencing the week of November 15^th
• Venues include Bendigo, Dimboola, Mildura and St Arnaud (pending numbers)
• Training on Sunday mornings from 10am - 12pm in Bendigo, Dimboola and St Arnaud, and midweek in Mildura from 6pm - 8pm
• 8-week program with 2 match days
• Proposed dates 2020: November 15^th, 22^nd, 29^th and December 6^th
• Proposed dates 2021: January 31^st, February 7^th, 21^st, and 28^th
• Approximate cost between $175 and $200
• Family discount of $10 for second and successive children

• Training shirt included in the cost

• Match days are proposed for December 6^th (or February 7^th) and February 28^th

The North West Lightning Academy will enhance a participant’s chances of selection for the Junior State Championships by being coached by JSC coaches and selectors. Players intending to trial for JSC are strongly encouraged to take part in the program.

 

 

Coach Information

Local coaches are set to benefit through the program too. The Head Coach will mentor local coaches, who will then deliver the sessions at each venue. Just like the players, any coaches wishing to coach at JSC are encouraged to become part of the program.  All coaches are paid an honorarium. We are seeking expressions of interest for the Head Coach and Program Coaches. To register your interest in coaching please register at teh following link: https://www.revolutionise.com.au/nwlightning/events/78546/

Job descriptions can be found at the following link: www.northwestlightning.org.au/academy

Expressions of Interest for Players 

If your child is keen to participate in the Academy, simply click on REGISTER at the top and fill in the details by Wednesday 11^th November.

Sizing for the polo can be found at https://www.revolutionise.com.au/nwlightning/product/13511/

For further details, please contact Ross Evans (NWL President) 0408535772 or Angela Poxon (NWL Development Officer) 0428314219.

We look forward to seeing you on the pitch!