ATHLETE & COACH BLUEPRINT

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1 ATHLETE & COACH BLUEPRINT "Success is neither magical nor mysterious. Success is the natural consequence of consistently applying the basic fundamentals." Jim Rohn National Talent Academy Athlete & Coach BLUEPRINT Page 1

2 NTA OVERVIEW Triathlon Australia High Performance is committed to achieving a vision of Sustained International Success. It is our mission to create a winning environment which provides Australian triathletes and coaches with the opportunity to be continuously successful at Olympic Games and major ITU international competitions. To achieve this mission Triathlon Australia High Performance pathway is comprised of three key outstanding programs: The Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) The State Institute of Sport/State Academy of Sport (SIS/SAS) triathlon programs The National Talent Academy (NTA) WHO IS THE NTA? Athlete(s) Athlete s Home Coach National Talent Coaches National Manager Athlete Development National Manager Coach Development National Performance Director and High Performance Coordinator (including management and support staff) SIS/SAS Programs (including SIS/SAS Head and Assistant Coaches) STTA s (Including State JNR Dev Program Coaches and Managers) NATIONAL TALENT COACHES The National Talent Coaches have been recruited by Triathlon Australia based on their outstanding experience and athlete development/elite performance record. Keiran Barry, National Talent Coach NSW/ACT keiran.barry@triathlon.org.au Chris Lang, National Talent Coach WA/SA chris.lang@triathlon.org.au Jan Rehula, National Talent Coach VIC/TAS jan.rehula@triathlon.org.au Craig Walton, National Talent Coach QLD /NT craig.walton@triathlon.org.au Peter Robertson, National Talent Coach VIC/TAS (Acting) peter.robertson@triathlon.org.au National Talent Academy Athlete & Coach BLUEPRINT Page 2

3 NTA KEY COACHING PRINCIPLES & PHILOSOPHY We will deliver a world class elite athlete development program by; Defining an athletes reality through emphasising what they can do, rather than what they cannot! By acknowledging process/effort/continued improvement over results Providing feedback and strategies for overcoming setbacks and failure is an essential element in coaching to the NTA philosophy Teaching athletes to embrace challenges, to test themselves, that failure is a chance to learn and that their mindset is critical to whatever challenges they face Stressing the importance of learning and becoming students of triathlon Recognising that every performance is current and not connected to their future potential Ensuring National Talent Coaches have a clear understanding of the types of people they are trying to develop Establishing the needs of the individual NTA athletes against the template of an established elite triathlete Creating a clear picture of the end objective for athletes Demonstrating patience to allow athletes to learn at the point when it is relevant to them Ensuring the welfare of the athlete is paramount. This is to be delivered with an understanding of all of the competing interests of the athletes in the NTA (Family/School/Social). There is a clear unambiguous approach to program management of each individual NTA athlete through key communications between NTA Athletes AND the athletes home coaches. Utilising a clear a measure for advice and guidance i.e. the same message you would give to your own child! TA HP STAFF & COACHING VALUES Performance Continuous improvement Urgency Innovation Collective National Responsibility NTA ATHLETE VALUES Accountability No Excuses or Compromises Respect Professionalism Loyalty Encouragement National Talent Academy Athlete & Coach BLUEPRINT Page 3

4 WHAT DOES TRIATHLON AUSTRALIA REQUIRE? Elite Triathlon is an extremely challenging and demanding sport at the international level. Wins are few and far between while setbacks and challenges are common. Typically, only the most committed and mentally tough survive. Winning comes from the consistent application of some core success principles in every aspect of the triathlete planning, preparation and performance. Success in international triathlon demands the highest possible standards: physically, mentally, technically, tactically and professionally. ATHLETE BLUEPRINT Triathlon Australia requires athletes who possess the following attributes: Outstanding physical capacities in SWIM, BIKE & RUN Outstanding technical ability in SWIM, BIKE & RUN A musculo-skeletal framework that allows training at high levels from both a volume and intensity point of view Outstanding psychological make-up with emphasis on areas of; o mental toughness o decision-making under pressure o situational adaptability o a willingness to explore consistent improvement opportunities Knowledge and understanding of and an ability to utilise the various aspects of Sports Science and Sports Medicine (SSSM) particularly as they relate to self monitoring and self management Knowledge and understanding of preparing, peaking for and competing at MAJOR BENCHMARK Competitions. Outstanding coaching in a face to face, daily training environment while in a long term relationship with an experienced qualified and committed coach Willingness to work in a National Team framework and accept direction and leadership from national team program leaders The drive and determination to achieve long term success at the highest level of international triathlon COACH BLUEPRINT Triathlon Australia requires Coaches who possess the following attributes: Outstanding knowledge of the physical, technical, tactical and psychological requirements of all three disciplines of Swim, Bike & Run and transition Outstanding knowledge of the International sport of Triathlon Outstanding knowledge of peaking for and competing at MAJOR Competitions An ongoing willingness to learn and share their learning with peers, colleagues and junior coaches. An ability to lead, analyse, problem solve and communicate with a wide range of athletes, coaches and administrators A thorough understanding of the practical application of sports science The ability and knowledge to develop a network of qualified and experience sports science / sports medicine providers to support the athletes / team A commitment to the National Program, its Vision, its Strategic Framework, its objectives and its direction An ability and willingness to work with and take direction/guidance from National Talent Coaches and/or other TA HP Coaches/Staff. National Talent Academy Athlete & Coach BLUEPRINT Page 4

5 TA HP - CRITICAL ELEMENTS OF SUCCESS 1. Competitive Training Environment Identify athletes capable of winning who are working within and/or are willing to work within a daily training/performance environment Create an environment that challenges these athletes in a supportive yet competitive way Identify athletes/staff that can assist with creating this environment 2. Effective Coaching and Support Team Recruit/ select staff with the knowledge and experience to contribute to winning Recruit/ select staff with a good attitude Avoid unnecessary distractions 3. Create a Team of Individuals Allow individuals to grow as their own unique identity (no clones; Individualisation) Develop a value system that fosters strong team values around mutual respect Recognise that each individual can gain enormous strength from the Team Adopt theme: Competitive / Supportive / Respectful / Enjoyable 4. Athletes willing to make small meaningful changes Recognition from athletes that they all need to make small changes that challenge them Establish strong support for these changes Challenge each athlete/staff comfort zone Continue to focus on strengths rather than solely on weaknesses (races are won on strengths) 5. Encourage athletes to be self-sufficient Improve quality decision making processes Develop and enforce athlete accountability Involve senior athletes in decision making 6. Athletes and Staff to demonstrate urgency Opportunity is NOW No room for complacency 7. Staff who put WE ahead of I Focus is on winning for Australia Focus is on developing each athlete Team Coaches no individual coaches 8. Exceptional Logistical Organisation Minimise athlete stress Intimidate others teams through being a professional and well-organised team (travel / uniforms / staffing) National Talent Academy Athlete & Coach BLUEPRINT Page 5

6 NTA SELECTION CRITERIA NTA SELECTION CRITERIA - AUTOMATIC ITU Junior Athletes that have met both the NPS times of 90% in the 1km Swim and 92% in the 5km Run. o FEMALES: 1km SWIM 13:20 and 5km RUN 17:23 o MALES: 1km SWIM 12:35 and 5km RUN 15:13 U23 Athletes that have met both the NPS times of 92% in the 1km Swim and 94% in the 5km Run. o FEMALES: 1km SWIM 13:02 and 5km RUN 17:01 o MALES: 1km SWIM 12:19 and 5km RUN 14:53 Elite Athletes that have met both the NPS times of 94% in the 1km Swim and 96% in the 5km Run. o FEMALES: 1km SWIM 12:45 and 5km RUN 16:40 o MALES: 1km SWIM 12:03 and 5km RUN 14:35 NTA SELECTION CRITERIA DISCRETIONARY Athletes that do not meet the NTA automatic selection criteria standards (as above) maybe invited at the discretion of the NTC in consultation with the NMAD. The following attributes will be considered by the NTC & NMAD for discretionary entry into the NTA program: Outstanding running ability (e.g. National/International level endurance running) Outstanding Swim & Cycling potential Appropriate age Other outstanding sporting performances Body type Endurance ability Skill sets appropriate to triathlon Mental aptitude and proven resilience Strong family sporting culture and parental/family support Coachable Potential to deliver international class performances in 4-7 years NB Discretionary Selection into the NTA is at the absolute discretion of the National Manager Athlete Development KEY CONTACT Craig Redman National Manager Athlete Development Level 3, 256 Coward Street, Mascot, NSW 2020 P O Box 13, Alexandria, NSW craig.redman@triathlon.org.au Web: National Talent Academy Athlete & Coach BLUEPRINT Page 6