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Worthing College Academy of Sport Programme

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“enhancing your sports performance & further your academic study”

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“developing the academic athlete”

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David Hall Teacher of PE & Sport Men’s Football Programme Coach

Decisions ahead •

This is an important time in your academic and sporting development.

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Wanted to present Worthing College to you as a potential option.

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Provide students the opportunity to become a part of the Academy of Sport at Worthing College.

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Main focus on the Football Programme, however all applies across the other sports in the programme.

Academic Options •

95% of academic pathways link in with the Academy of Sport training and playing schedule.

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Options include;

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A level pathway (3 A levels) - A Level PE

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A level & BTEC combo (2 A levels 1 BTEC for e.g.) - BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Sport & Exercise Science

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BTEC pathway (3 A level equivalent) BTEC 90-credit Diploma in Sport (Performance & Excellence)

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You don’t have to study sport to be eligible for Academy of Sport programme.

Sporting Options •

Alongside your academic selections you would choose one of the Academy sports to apply for.

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Generate a trial letter (take place in March/April/May 2015)

If Successful •

Excellent news! However the hard work starts from there!!

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Expectations to work on physical conditioning as well as technical/tactical/intelligence side of performance.

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Attend August Pre-season sessions to allow philosophy to be instilled.

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Full pre-season week in early September before season commences.

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To develop knowledge on importance of nutrition, active recovery, sleep and hydration to benefit both sporting and academic performance.

Structure •

The Academy is a Category 1 ECFA Programme. Only the top 10% in England have this recognition.

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Squad train Tuesday, Thursday & Friday afternoons (1400-1600).

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Tuesday based upon team organisation & game intelligence for upcoming games.

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Thursday is a combination of Recovery work.

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Match days take place on Wednesday’s.

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Injured players to work on rehab in gym or see Sports Therapist (one on site at College)

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Students who get onto Stage 1 Disciplinary will be banned from ALL training and matches for 2 weeks minimum. Education is a priority!

Progression •

During your time at Worthing College we look to provide an ideal climate for progression and high level experiences.

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National League & Cup competitions,

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National representation (3 players in the last 3 seasons),

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Senior football debuts (Brighton Women’s First Team plus many more).

Progression •

The Programme is NOT just about the Sport & Education. Its about developing the PERSON as well.

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Alumni students have gone on to do the following;

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Study at University in England (Sport & Exercise Science, PE, Sports Development, Sports Journalism, Primary Education, Nursing, Paramedics etc.)

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Scholarships to America (Jade Widdows pictured right started with Univ NW Ohio, now with Coker College, South Carolina studying Sports Management)

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Apprenticeships (Sport & Activity Leader, Sports Development, Personal Training)

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We will look to provide the tools for you to realise your full potential.

Next Steps…

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Even if you have applied at another College you CAN still apply at Worthing College (you can make your mind up later).

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Key Date - Open Evening 18th March 5pm-7.30pm at Worthing College

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Your application will make sure that you can get a place on the courses you want (can always change your mind, but best to have a place to be able to make that decision).

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Work hard on your game (game intelligence & S&C) to ensure that you are in the best position possible when you trial.

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If you have any questions PLEASE ASK and make sure your decision is right for you and your future!

Thanks for your time.

Any questions‌ d.hall@worthing.ac.uk