FIRE ACADEMY BOOKLET INTRODUCING INDEX THE FIRE ACADEMY

Shaping the future of Hockey in The Fire Academy is Hockey South Australia’s leading Development & High-Performance Program. The Academy is run by Hockey South Australia’s High-Performance Department and involves intensive skill-based training, modified games and full field match play. INTRODUCING FIRE ACADEMY 3 Approximately 400 athletes will gain selection into the Academy over the five age groups. REGIONAL ACADEMIES 4 There have been some exciting changes made to the way the Athlete Development will be structured. The 2020 Fire Academy will have four seperate age groups; U13, U15, U18 & U24. Please note, there will SELECTION CRITERIA 6 be changes in 2021 to the age groups and timelines as 2020 has been affected by COVID-19. The Fire Academy will provide emerging talent from Regional & Metropolitan areas to develop ACADEMY PROGRAM OVERVIEW 8 their tactical and technical skills.

FIRE ACADEMY TOUR 10 These Academies will be structured to lead into age specific National Tournaments with various checkpoints along the way i.e. State Trials, State Selection and State Training. AGE SPECIFIC PROGRAM DETAILS 12

ACADEMY PILLARS OF DEVELOPMENT 18

TALENT ID CAMPS 19

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 20

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The Fire Academy in Regional Associations will vary Weekly training will play a critical role in creating a in size, shape and form, they will undoubtedly offer high-performance environment by combining athletes HP Staff Regional Visits an excellent opportunity for athletes to develop their from each region. Sessions will have a high degree of JULY SCHOOL HOLIDAY TRAVEL hockey skills. focus on technical and tactical skill development in the For many years Hockey South Australia has had context of full and modified games. Region / Zone Location Regional Academy Associations Date an excellent representation of country-based Regional Programs will be coordinated by local Country West Whyalla Whyalla, Port Lincoln U13, U15 & U18 Monday – July 6th athletes in junior State Teams, and an even better association management and volunteers. Regional Yorke Peninsula, Port Pirie, representation in Australian squads. We are striving Academy Coaches will be selected by Hockey Mid North Port Pirie Tuesday – July 7th to continue this long standing tradition of developing SA High Performance Department and will have Clare U13, U15 & U18 quality regional athletes in South Australia. numerous opportunities to collaborate with HSA High Barossa / Riverland Nuriootpa Riverland, Barossa U13, U15 & U18 Wednesday – 8th July Performance staff to ensure the program aligns with To intiate the program, members of the Hockey SA Thursday & Friday the current Hockey SA “Way of Play”. Country South East Naracoorte Naracoorte, Lower South East U14 & U17 High Performance Department will be visiting and – 9th & 10th July assisting in the Talent Identification, development of U13, U15 & U18s Regional Academies will be funded athletes and supporting staff in the establishment of through a 70:30 funding model. 30% of athlete costs the Fire Academy. will be to support the administrative costs of HP Please note, Regional Academy Programs will staff assisting local Fire Academy staff. The 70% be delivered in similar time frames to the Metro will be delivered into regional program costs such as Academy, although have potential to offer additional coaches, equipment, pitch hire etc. sessions pending on budget and regional academy logistics coordinators.

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HOW TO GAIN SELECTION INTO THE FIRE ACADEMY

WHICH AGE GROUPS AUTOMATIC ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Selections of athletes will be based on the following criteria: ARE AVAILABLE ENTRY THE CRITERIA USED BY THE SELECTION PANEL FOR ALL TEAMS WILL BE UNDER 13 The Athlete is 12-13 Attend and be Athletes born in relevant years that are • Performance ACADEMY years on DEC 31st the identified at either the selected in the 2019 U13 Red State Team • Physical Capabilities year of Academy. U13 Regional or Metro (this does NOT include train-on players) who Talent Identification physically cannot attend the TID camp may • Technical Competence Camp. apply for an exemption. Please note this • Game Knowledge – Tactical Ability does not guarantee selection. • Potential to improve UNDER 15 The Athlete is 14-15 Attend and be Athletes born in the relevant years that were • Competitive Ability ACADEMY years on DEC 31st the identified at either the selected in the 2020 U15 State Team (this • Attitude and Behaviour year of Academy. U15 Regional or Metro does NOT include train-on players) who Talent Identification physically cannot attend the TID camp may • Team / Squad orientation Camp. apply for an exemption. Please note this • Communication does not guarantee selection.

UNDER 18 The Athlete is 16-18 Attend and be Athletes born in the relevant years that were ACADEMY years on DEC 31st the identified at either the selected in the 2020 U18 State Team (this year of Academy. U18 Regional or Metro does NOT include train-on players) who Talent Identification physically cannot attend the TID camp may Camp. apply for an exemption. Please note this does not guarantee selection.

UNDER 24 The Athlete is 19-24 Invitations will be sent Athletes may be invited throughout the year ACADEMY years on DEC 31st the to selected athletes after National Tournaments if performance year of Academy. born in the relevant standards have been met. years that are selected in previous U18 & U21 State Teams (this does NOT include train-on players)

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AGES 13-24 AIMS: PROGRAMMING: PROGRAM INCLUDES: • To develop athletes as hockey players and Each Academy has been designed to align with • High performance training environment with the • Small sided games - Developing game sense in as people through Hockey SA’s 3 Pillars of key events throughout the year. The programming best athletes in each age group across the state. confined spaces Development: gives athletes the opportunity to continue their • High quality training sessions designed and run by • High intensity full field match play • Skill development & Decision Making development across multiple academies in a HSA High Performance team & experienced South calendar year. • State Team trial & selection preparation • Fundamental Movements Australian coaches. Programs are age group specific. They have been • Local competition preparation and In-season • Character Development • Introduction to Strength & Conditioning focusing training. designed in relation to an athletes long term on fundamental movements & injury prevention. • Develop a broader and deeper base of talent development plan. • Technical & Tactical development aligned with across South Australia for improved State Team • Fundamental movement skills & injury prevention Hockey South Australia’s ‘Way of Play’. education with individual gym program Performances. • Athlete & Parent educational seminars to align • Offer high quality training environments for • Fitness testing and individualised training with age specific needs. aspiring talent with High Performance coaches. program designed to improve athlete longevity. • Provide athletes the opportunity to play in their own age groups to enhance leadership & development opportunities. • Specifically designed to lead into Key events i.e National Championships or State Trials • Provide education and athlete development in: • Strength & Conditioning utilising fundamental movements and injury prevention exercises. • Character Development sessions through guest speakers and seminars • To develop a broader range of high quality coaches State wide • To provide quality Regional development opportunities through program support and Camp visits. PLEASE NOTE: Being in the Fire Academy is not a prerequisite for State Selection nor does it guarantee future selection. All athletes wishing to nominate for State selection will need to do so by completing the separate State Team selection process. The selection process for all State Teams will be conducted through trials independent of each Academy program.

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With the recent cancellation MATCH DAYS (SELECTION EVENT): of U15 and U18 National Championships, Hockey SA in Age Group Location Date Time partnership with Hockey Vic U15 Female State Hockey Centre October 4th TBC will be conducting an interstate competition hosted in Bendigo. U15 Male State Hockey Centre October 4th TBC This opportunity will be made U18 Female State Hockey Centre October 5th TBC exclusive to Fire Academy U15 and U18 athletes. U18 Male State Hockey Centre October 5th TBC This competition is designed to play a pivotal role in South TOUR DATES: Australian athlete development, providing high level exposure and Age Group Location Tour Date Cost playing opportunities against U15 Female Bendigo, Vic quality opposition. These tours will be focused on introducing U15 Male Bendigo, Vic October 29th Approximately new playing styles, structures U18 Female Bendigo, Vic - November 4th $1000 per athlete and preparing athletes for future pathway opportunities. U18 Male Bendigo, Vic

Due to the number of athletes COST INCLUDES: participating in the Fire Academy, this tour opportunity will only • Travel Transport be available to selected athletes • Accommodation based on performance and • Food attitude during the Fire Academy weekly sessions and match days. • Facility Hire *Please note this opportunity is • Officials pending on the easing of state • Staff expenses border restrictions and the health advice from relevant authorities. TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE FIRE ACADEMY TOUR FOLLOW THESE STEPS: 1 Attend July Talent Identification Camp (Regional or Metro) 2 Successful Selection into 2020 Fire Academy 3 Attend majority of weekly Fire Academy sessions 4 Attend Match Day (October Long Weekend) 5 Successful Selection into 2020 Fire Academy Tour Team (dependent on performance criteria previously highlighted for Fire Academy entry)

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U13 AGE SPECIFIC PROGRAM DETAILS

ACADEMY INFORMATION HOW DO I GET SELECTED INTO THE ACADEMY? METROPOLITAN CALENDAR: • Attend and be identified at either the U13 Regional U13 BOYS Age: (U13) or Metro Talent Identification Camp. JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER or Metropolitan Approx. 40 Male / 40 Female Talent ID Camps Monday 3rd Monday 7th Academy Game Day Placements: (incl GK’s) • Athletes born in relevant years that are selected July School Holidays 6:00pm – 7:30pm 5:00pm – 6:30pm Saturday 3rd in the 2019 U13 Red State Team (this does NOT Academy Cost: $300 incl. GST Monday 10th 1:00pm – 5:00pm include train-on players) who physically cannot Regional & Metropolitan 5:00pm – 6:30pm State Hockey Centre Contact Hours: Over 13+ Hours attend the TID camp may apply for an exemption. Please note this does not guarantee selection. Monday 17th Regional Approx 30 Male / 30 Female 6:00pm – 7:30pm Uniforms: Athletes will receive an Academy Placements: (across all regions) Monday 24th training top, shorts/skirt and socks as Academy Cost: $150.00 incl. GST part of the program levy. 5:00pm – 6:30pm Monday 31st Contact Hours: Over 13+ Hours Coaches: The Metro Academy coaching staff will consist of: 6:00pm – 7:30pm • 1-2 High Performance Staff U13 GIRLS • 2 Assistant Coaches (number will JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER depend on 1:10 player / coach ratio) Talent ID Camps Monday 3rd Monday 7th Academy Game Day • 1 Specialist GK Coach July School Holidays 5:00pm – 6:30pm 6:00pm – 7:30pm Saturday 3rd • Developing Coaches 8:00am – 12:00pm Regional & Metropolitan Monday 10th 6:00pm – 7:30pm State Hockey Centre Monday 17th 5:00pm – 6:30pm Monday 24th 6:00pm – 7:30pm Monday 31st 5:00pm – 6:30pm

REGIONAL ACADEMY CALENDAR: U13 Male and Female attend Regional Talent ID Camp in July School Holidays U13 Male and Female attend the Academy Game Day (Saturday 3rd October), please see above calendar for exact times. Please note regional academy date and time is to be confirmed. These dates will run similar to Metropolitan Academy.

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U15 AGE SPECIFIC PROGRAM DETAILS

METROPOLITAN CALENDAR: ACADEMY INFORMATION HOW DO I GET SELECTED INTO THE ACADEMY? • Attend and be identified at either the U15 Regional U15 BOYS Age: (U15) or Metro Talent Identification Camp. JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER or Metropolitan Approx. 40 Male / 40 Female Talent ID Camps Wednesday 5th Wednesday 2nd Academy Game Day Placements: (incl GK’s) • Athletes born in relevant years that are selected July School Holidays 5:30pm – 7:30pm 5:30pm – 7:30pm Sunday 4th in the 2020 U15 State Team (this does NOT include Academy Cost: $300 incl. GST Wednesday 19th Wednesday 16th 1:00pm – 5:00pm train-on players) who physically cannot attend the Regional & Metropolitan 7:00pm – 9:00pm 7:00pm – 9:00pm State Hockey Centre Contact Hours: Over 15+ Hours TID camp may apply for an exemption. Please note Monday 19th this does not guarantee selection. Regional Approx 30 Male / 30 Female 5:30pm – 7:30pm Placements: (across all regions) Uniforms: Athletes will receive an Academy Monday 26th training top, shorts/skirt and socks as 7:00pm – 9:00pm Academy Cost: $150.00 incl. GST part of the program levy. Fire Academy Tour Contact Hours: Over 15+ Hours Coaches: The Metro Academy coaching staff will Oct 29th – Nov 4th consist of: *For selected athletes only • 1-2 High Performance Staff • 2 Assistant Coaches (number will U15 GIRLS depend on 1:10 player / coach ratio) JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER • 1 Specialist GK Coach Talent ID Camps Wednesday 5th Wednesday 2nd Academy Game Day • Developing Coaches July School Holidays 7:00pm – 9:00pm 7:00pm – 9:00pm Sunday 4th 8:00am – 12:00pm Regional & Metropolitan Wednesday 19th Wednesday 16th 5:30pm – 7:30pm 5:30pm – 7:30pm State Hockey Centre Monday 19th 7:00pm – 9:00pm Monday 26th 5:30pm – 7:30pm Fire Academy Tour Oct 29th – Nov 4th *For selected athletes only REGIONAL ACADEMY CALENDAR: U15 Male and Female attend Regional Talent ID Camp in July School Holidays U15 Male and Female attend the Academy Game Day (Sunday 4th October), please see above calendar for exact times. Please note regional academy date and time is to be confirmed. These dates will run similar to Metropolitan Academy.

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U18 AGE SPECIFIC PROGRAM DETAILS

METROPOLITAN CALENDAR: ACADEMY INFORMATION HOW DO I GET SELECTED INTO THE ACADEMY? • Attend and be identified at either the U18 Regional U18 BOYS Age: (U18) or Metro Talent Identification Camp. JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER or Metropolitan Approx. 30 Male / 30 Female Talent ID Camps Wednesday 12th Wednesday 9th Academy Game Day Placements: (incl GK’s) • Athletes born in relevant years that are selected July School Holidays 5:30pm – 7:30pm 5:30pm – 7:30pm Monday 5th in the the 2020 U18 State Team (this does NOT Academy Cost: $300 incl. GST Wednesday 26th Wednesday 23rd 1:00pm – 5:00pm include train-on players) who physically cannot Regional & Metropolitan 7:00pm – 9:00pm 7:00pm – 9:00pm State Hockey Centre Contact Hours: Over 15+ Hours attend the TID camp may apply for an exemption. Wednesday 21st Please note this does not guarantee selection. Regional Approx 30 Male / 30 Female 5:30pm – 7:30pm Placements: (across all regions) Uniforms: Athletes will receive an Academy Wednesday 28th training top, shorts/skirt and socks as 7:00pm – 9:00pm Academy Cost: $150.00 incl. GST part of the program levy. Fire Academy Tour Contact Hours: Over 15+ Hours Coaches: The Metro Academy coaching staff will Oct 29th – Nov 4th consist of: *For selected athletes only • 1-2 High Performance Staff • 2 Assistant Coaches (number will U18 GIRLS depend on 1:10 player / coach ratio) JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER • 1 Specialist GK Coach Talent ID Camps Wednesday 12th Wednesday 9th Academy Game Day • Developing Coaches July School Holidays 7:00pm – 9:00pm 7:00pm – 9:00pm Monday 5th 8:00am – 12:00pm Regional & Metropolitan Wednesday 26th Wednesday 23rd 5:30pm – 7:30pm 5:30pm – 7:30pm State Hockey Centre Wednesday 21st 7:00pm – 9:00pm Wednesday 28th 5:30pm – 7:30pm Fire Academy Tour Oct 29th – Nov 4th *For selected athletes only REGIONAL ACADEMY CALENDAR: U18 Male and Female attend Regional Talent ID Camp in July School Holidays U18 Male and Female attend the Academy Game Day (Monday 5th October), please see above calendar for exact times. Please note regional academy date and time is to be confirmed. These dates will run similar to Metropolitan Academy.

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SKILL DEVELOPMENT & DECISION MAKING STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING Talent ID Camps are a 1-day program which HOW DO I REGISTER FOR TALENT ID CAMPS? • Hockey Specific Technical Skills • Physical Performance Testing combines intensive skill & tactical development in a Talent ID Camp information and link to registration competitive environment. Throughout the camp there portal will be available on the Hockey SA website and • Hockey Specific Tactical Understanding • Injury Prevention Intervention Program will be skill development drills & modified games. The other social media channels. An email will be sent to • Game Sense and Decision Making under pressure • Fundamental Movement Skills camp provides athletes with the opportunity to not all clubs & associations with relevant Talent ID Camp only improve as a hockey player, but to be identified Information. • Adapting to new challenges • Core and Balance by Academy Selectors and the High-Performance Staff for selection into the Fire Academy.

CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT Resilience: The courage and ability to overcome Creativity & Freedom: The license to have creativity NOTE: Talent ID is the only entry point into NOTE: Talent ID Camps are anticipated to adversity. and freedom in speech and action. Developing the Fire Academy if you have not gained sell out as spots are limited. We continually face challenges and often fail. leadership qualities in young people; individuals have automatic entry through selection in the Embracing challenges and understanding failing is the responsibility and freedom to make decisions. relevant State Teams. the first step to improving is an essential when we are To feel comfortable showing individual flare striving for excellence. and creativity whilst staying within a framework. Combining individual strengths as a collective in a NOTE: Talent ID Camps will provide athletes Citizenship: To be a good citizen in a team the opportunity to showcase their skills environment which enhances The Culture of Hockey team environment will ultimately lead to enjoyment and success. & tactical knowledge in-front of High SA and in result, improves performance. Performance Staff. Information gathered The ability to embrace yourself and the team in an Excellence: To strive for excellence as a team may be used during State Trial Processes. environment that will ultimately lead to success. and individual. These qualities include; As an individual and collective, we must strive for • Integrity excellence in everything we do. The ability to push ourselves and each other with a shared goal whilst • Honesty staying united at all times. • Mateship • Strong Morals

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WHAT IS THE FIRE ACADEMY? DO GOALKEEPERS ATTEND TALENT ID CAMP? The Fire Academy is Hockey South Australia’s Yes. Goalkeepers most certainly attend Talent Development & High Performance program run by ID Camp. Specialist Goalkeeper coaching will be the High Performance Department. The Academy available throughout the 1-day camp. Selection includes technical/ tactical skill development, fitness into the Academy will be made after a performance development, modified games, full field match play & evaluation. educational development through seminars. HOW CAN I BE SELECTED INTO THE ACADEMY HOW DO I GET SELECTED INTO THE FIRE ACADEMY? IF I CAN’T MAKE TALENT ID CAMP? There is only one way to be selected into the In the circumstance that an athlete cannot attend Academy which is via attending Talent ID Camps. Talent ID Camp, they will need to complete an Further details can be found in the Fire Academy Academy Exemption Form. This form will need to booklet. include appropriate information attached outlining WHAT OTHER DEVELOPMENT IS AVAILABLE IF reasoning why you were unable to attend and why I DO NOT MAKE THE ACADEMY? selection should be granted. This form can be found on the Hockey SA website. Skill development days may be organised during school holidays depending on other scheduled IS THERE GOALKEEPER DEVELOPMENT IN THE events. The Hockey SA High Performance & Game ACADEMY? Development Department will be working closely Yes. There will be a specialist Goalkeeper coach with local clubs to assist in further development involved in each Academy Age group. opportunities for athletes. HOW WILL THE FIRE ACADEMY HELP WITH MY Talent ID Camps are a regular event in the Hockey SA STRENGTH & FITNESS? calendar. We encourage athletes who are currently not successful in selection to participate in future The Fire Academy will incorporate Strength & Talent ID Camps. Conditioning in all sessions utilising Gym Facilities & Programs. WHAT IS TALENT ID CAMP? All age groups will undertake physical conditioning Talent ID Camp is a 1-day program which combines relevant to age group capacity. intensive skill & tactical development in a competitive environment. Throughout the camp there will be small modified games and full field match play. Talent ID Camp is the secondary selection point for athletes wishing to be involved in the Fire Academy.

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