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Squad selection Criteria - 2009

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In line with the principles of Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD) the squads will be age related.  Apart from those in the transition lane and the Masters, swimmers will now be part of a Junior, Youth or Senior Squad. Within each squad will be Performance Squads. The idea behind separating the individual squads in this fashion is to ensure an appropriate level of training is given to all swimmers whatever their ability.

• Junior Squad – to 12yrs old
• Youth Squad – 13yrs to 16yrs old
• Senior Squad – 17yrs +

CRITERIA FOR CONSIDERATION TO JOIN A PERFORMANCE SQUAD

• Qualified for the East Region Championships (BACGAT or Youth) at a distance greater than 50m OR
• Be within 8% of qualifying for the East Region Championships (BACGAT or Youth) in at least 2 events, at a distance greater than 50m.

Note: Times to be achieved since 1st January 2009 (and 1st October thereafter)

Attainment of the criteria will not automatically ensure your place in a Performance Squad.  Once achieved if you wish to join the Performance Squad you will need to agree and abide by the following criteria in order to enter and remain in the squad. Quarterly reviews will be undertaken in January, April, July and October.

CRITERIA FOR RETAINING PERFORMANCE SQUAD STATUS

• Accept the Maximum training hours suggested to you by the Head Coach
• Be prepared to attend at least 90% of all training sessions offered.
• Represent the club (when selected) at galas.
• Attend land training when offered.
• Set a good example to all other swimmers.
• Keep an up to date log book.
• Attend all squad meetings and seminars held.
• Inform Head Coach of any absences and holidays that are planned.
• Be role models to those not in performance squads.
• Be prepared to compete in 2 Level 1 Long Course meets and 4 Level 2 Open meets as a minimum, per season and follow advice of Head Coach.
• Enter Club, County, Regional and National Championships when achieving qualifying times for appropriate events.

There are several benefits of being in a Performance Squad which effectively mean you will be offered First Refusal on any Long Course Training, Warm Weather Camps and Swim Clinics that the Club promote. Training schedules within the Performance Squads will be more specific to individuals needs.

Selection Times for performance Squads :-