PNSC Performance Pathway

Tri Performance

Squad Objectives:
  • To compete at Regional level and above in triathlon/biathlon/open water competitions with very good commitment to the programme. 
  • Swimmers will be of Hampshire ASA County level and should be targeting the County and Regional Championships or higher as part of the Portsmouth Northsea Programme. 
  • Swimmers should aim to reach the highest levels based on their ability and commitment levels.
Coach: Richard Pointon
Land Training Coach: N/A
Pool Hours Available: 10 hours
Most of the sessions will be early morning training to allow athletes to fit their running/cycling sessions during the afternoons.
Land Training Hours Available: N/A
Target Ages  (Based at the 31st December each year)  Male 13 years plus
Female 12 years plus
Squad Entry Criteria Attendance:
  • Consistently attending 75-100% of training sessions in previous squad 
  • Consistently attending 75-100% of target competitions in previous squad
  • 100% commitment to team events (National Arena League, County/Regional/National relays) 
Performance:
  • Athletes must have qualified and competed in a minimum of 4 Hampshire County Championship events or equivalent in the previous season (Olympic Event) 
  •  All athletes must have times recorded on British rankings (or International equivalent) for all events 
  • Proven ability and commitment to following a competitive training program (swimmers, with parental support) 
Attitude:
  • Has demonstrated a good level of dedication to the sport and attendance in previous squads
  • A desire to listen, learn & act upon coach feedback
  • A high level of self-motivation to improve
  • A positive mind set with growing ability to take personal responsibility for performances, attitude and attendance
  • A team player – polite, supportive, caring and empathetic
Consideration: 
  • Lead Coach and Director of swimming’s discretion. Swimmers assessed to have near term potential and or having longer term potential may be admitted or retained within a squad on a probationary period for 3 months. 
  • The swimmer must be able to show commitment and demonstrable progress towards the overall squad criteria
Squad Training & Competition Criteria  Attendance:
  • Athletes must attend a minimum of 4 pool sessions per week.
Performance: 
  • Must display an attitude to improve in all strokes and events
  • To target finals and achieve medals at County and Regional level. 
Attitude:
  • To develop greater individual responsibility for swimming commitment and performance
  • To develop and improve knowledge around nutrition/hydration and its application during training and competition
  • To understand the importance of time management, healthy lifestyles & competition protocols  
  • All athletes must display an attitude, commitment and lifestyle which indicates that competitive swimming is a priority to them alongside Triathlon, outside of academics
  • Athletes will be expected to take holidays at appropriate times in the year so not to disrupt training into key meets Adherence to the PNSC Code of Conduct at all times
Squad Exit Criteria:
  • Unable to attain the relevant attendance, performance and attitude standards as set in the squad criteria
  • Consistently late to sessions without prior agreement
  • Training at other clubs or seeking additional coaching/technical sessions outside of the Lead Coaches planning or without their consent
Pathway:
  • Not meeting criteria - A move into either Intermediate Competitive or Senior Competitive