What is the scheme trying to achieve?
The scheme will provide quality coaching to more talented youngsters in the county. The scheme also provides mentoring opportunities for some ‘talented’ local coaches. It also enables the WCFA to build better relationships with clubs and schools.
What has been the impact to date?
• Recommendations from clubs and schools every year providing excellent attendance at trials.
• 20+ players selected for under 16’s and under 18’s per year
• 1 MLD player recommended to trial for England U17 Disability Squad
• 6 Level 2 Coaches used to date
• 4 Level 1 Coaches used to date
• 1 Level 3 Coaches used to date
• Mentoring System in place for coaches
• Players taking ‘Good Practice’ back to their clubs and peers
• Squads used as part of In-Service Training for local Teachers, Coaches and Charter Standard Clubs
For more information contact Dan Ferguson on 01539 730946 or e-mail Daniel.Ferguson@WestmorlandFA.com