It is our aim here at Waimea College to put together our strongest tournament team for each sport that we send to either a South Island or National event. This is based on the following parameters; ability, experience, fitness, commitment, attitude, dedication and sportsmanship. In the case where there are multiple teams within a sport, it is important that each student who trials is accurately placed in the team that is at their ability level to ensure they are competitive and have a chance to be successful within their grade and have fun.
Coach Selection
It is our objective to appoint coaches for all teams. This process, when possible, will be completed well in advance of the upcoming season for each sport to ensure planning time for each coach.
Police Vetting
Under the Vulnerable Children’s Act it is imperative that before anybody becomes involved in sport at Waimea College, they are cleared by the New Zealand Police Vetting Service. This ensures their own safety, as well as the safety of our athletes.
Team Selection and Trials
Team selection procedures may differ between codes.
The Sports Office will endeavour to provide adequat notice of trial dates and times, informing students of when and where trials will be taking place, and
what the students will need to bring via the School notices and other mediums.
If a student has outstanding sports fees, then they may not be eligible for team selection.
Trial procedure
Interested students will register prior to the first trial for their respective trials (Year 9, Year 10, Senior)
Every effort will be made for trials to take place at Waimea College, where possible.
The Waimea College teams will be posted on the Sports Office noticeboard within one week of their final trial.
It is emphasised that when a student is named in a team that they are committed to that team and will ensure they attend all trainings, showing
determination and a positive attitude.
Selection Criteria
Sound quality of technical skills and consistency of performance i.e. performs basic skills well.
Demonstrates team qualities.
Versatility, consistency, adaptability.
Ability to serve as a role model to others (leadership potential).
Coachability, the willingness to listen and apply new theories and skills.
Resilience, demonstrates positive attitude when dealing with disappointment/lack of success.
Consideration may also be given to the following factors that the selection panel deems relevant to the overall assessment of the player:
Overall ‘fit’ within the team.
Positional balance within the team.
Previous performance history.
Attendance.
Whether attendance or performance at Waimea College trials has been affected by extenuating circumstances, such as: illness, injury, bereavement,
study committments or similar.
Any questions need to be by email to the Sports Office – sport@waimea.school.nz within one week of the teams being named.
Player Withdrawal
If for unforeseen circumstances a player must withdrawal from a team, they must let the Sports Office know immediately. Students deciding that they no longer wish to play in a team takes a large amount of resources to notify the individual code, finance department and to make changes to teams. Please do so only if absolutely vital, and take consideration of the impact that this has on other players/coaches/managers/the code and staff.
Withdrawal after registrations close for each individual code may incur a levy. Not all codes will allow refunds after a cut off date. Each codes cut-off date will vary.
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