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new college academies

Established in September 2009, the Huddersfield New College Rugby League Academy is a relationship betwen C Huddersfield New College anndd M the Huddersfield Giants.

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CM This partnership looks to direct talentedented MY athletes along two main pathways.

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CMY One pathway is responsible for makingking

K sure athletes gain educational qualification that will benefit the individual during and after a playing Clockwise from top left: ; career and second is the developmentent Michael Lawrence and the current of player performance with the academy players. Huddersfield Giants.

The academy is open to school leavers (16+). Applicants may be invited to Since its inception the academy attend trials as part of the selection has continued to develop and process. Students will have the hopes to offer a complete opportunity to study a foundation, experience for players on it. intermediate or advanced level course determined by GCSE entry The academy offers coaching qualifications, performance requirements (see college prospectus reviews and the opportunity to for details). play abroad on tour. rugby-league-2.pdf 1 12/11/2012 11:35

Excellent Facilities: The Northumbria The rugby academy have access to University Elite Sports excellent facilities including a new 3G Scholarship Scheme is on astroturf pitch, fitness suite and offer to any promising individual swimming pool. playing sport.

Recently three academy members; Josh Taylor, Richard Squiq res and Matthew Garside gained full scholarships to tthe uniuniversitersity.

2010 tour to Southern France

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M Competitive Opportunities: Y Academy students will represent

CM Huddersfield New College in the

MY Student Rugby League (SRL) 1 league competition CY and the Champion Colleges Cup. CMY Students will have the opportunity K to gain representitive honours at both regional and national level.

Academy content: Advanced training schedule with experienced coaches Performance reviews Personal conditioning programme Nutrition advice Training / presentation kit allocation Opportunity to complete Level 1 Coaching Award Referees course First aid qualification P rogression will depend upon the academic entry level of the individual and the level of practical ability in performance and coaching. Possible routes include Higher Education, employment in the sport and leisure industry or a career in a Rugby League related profession. /hncrugbyleague email: [email protected]