Queensland School Pathway Squad 2019

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1 ASPIRE TO ROW FOR QUEENSLAND? WANT TO TAKE YOUR ROWING TO THE NEXT LEVEL? KEEN TO TRAIN WITH LIKE MINDED ATHLETES? DREAM OF ONE DAY GOING TO THE OLYMPICS? Queensland School Pathway Squad 2019

The Pathway VIII Program is a Rowing Australia initiative for the leading student athletes in each state to compete against each other and possibly be selected as the Junior National crew to compete

It is a chance to experience the national rowing selection process, compete against their counterparts from around the country, to work with high-level coaches & support staff and encourage school

2 The Pathway VIII Program is a Rowing Australia initiative for the leading student athletes in each state to compete against each other and possibly be selected as the Junior National crew to compete at the World Junior Rowing Championships. The aim of the Pathway VIII Program is to expose school rowers and coaches to the next level of rowing. It is a chance to experience the national rowing selection process, compete against their counterparts from around the country, to work with high-level coaches & support staff and encourage school rowers to make the next step in their rowing pathway. Athletes will also be given the chance to meet and work with members of the Australian Rowing Team including athletes, physiotherapists, team doctors and coaches, both past and present. In Queensland we are the leading the charge. In 2018 we fielded four eights. Our Girl s Pathway VIIIs were 1st & 3rd. Our Boy s Pathway VIIIs were 2nd & 3rd. In 2019 Queensland Rowing will look to select four boats - Two Schoolboys Pathway VIIIs & two Schoolgirls Pathway VIIIs. In addition to this additional athletes will be invited via a Development Boat to take part in the Queensland Pathway Camp to be held in Brisbane in the Easter School Holidays. Keen to learn more?

3 Aims of the QLD School Pathway Squad: Provide a great DEVELOPMENT opportunity for school students in Year 11 & 12 A chance for school students to REPRESENT Queensland as many other sports have and that rowing currently doesn t have. Rowing Queensland focuses 99% on the JOURNEY and 1% on the outcomes with selected athletes. Because of this, the program has a journey focus as we understand the challenges of Year 12 and are keen to work with athletes long term post high school rowing. Queensland has always aimed to fill all available spots offered by Rowing Australia e.g. 2 boys VIII s and 2 girls VIII s. RQ sees the EXPERIENCE as an extremely positive one, hence it wants to offer it to as many rowers as we can % of Pathway VIII athletes CONTINUE rowing at a club once leaving school. The program also encourages athletes to look outside of their respective school based programs and show that post school there is a fun, competitive environment in clubs based all throughout the State. Rowing Queensland has always aimed to have excellent RELATIONSHIPS with schools throughout QLD. The School Pathway VIII program has help RQ strengthen these relationships providing a platform on which RQ partners with schools to deliver great outcomes for athletes and coaches. The Queensland Pathway system aims to be a major contributor to the underage National Team, by supporting and developing athletes onto National underage teams to compete at» U23 World Championships,» U21 Trans-Tasman regatta,» Junior World Championships and» World University Games. The Culture & Values of Queensland School Pathway Squad Culture is created by everyone and can only be positive if all participants understand and adhere to the values set down at the start. The overriding part of culture is that TEAM QUEENSLAND comes first! Our athletes comes from different parts of the State and numerous Schools. Rowing Queensland is totally committed to developing this and to making sure we live it through everything we do. The following values are non-negotiable. Collectively, they will define each athlete and subsequently, the QLD SQUAD. SQUAD FIRST everyone must work towards getting the best outcomes for the team (crew and hence, whole team). RESPECT we respect each other no matter what differences we may have. Respect the boats, the coaches, the athletes, the equipment, the infrastructure, the individuals. This must be exhibited at all times.

RESPONSIBILITY We must take responsibility for all our actions and words. We have a no-excuse culture. We do whatever it takes to make the team a success.

This leadership could manifest itself in many ways supporting, mentoring and encouraging younger members of the squad; leading by example in training; leading off-water team-building activities that

4 RESPONSIBILITY We must take responsibility for all our actions and words. We have a no-excuse culture. We do whatever it takes to make the team a success. We question this constantly Have I taken responsibility here? If so, then own the answer and make the change(s) necessary. LEADERSHIP Everyone must be a leader. This leadership could manifest itself in many ways supporting, mentoring and encouraging younger members of the squad; leading by example in training; leading off-water team-building activities that support the culture. BECOME GOOD HUMAN BEINGS We aim to develop the athlete but we also aim to develop the person to be better in every way. Someone who will be admired for on-water success but also for off-water interactions and interpersonal skills. We will guide individuals towards a positive pathway in life and especially after rowing. ENSURING THE IMPORTANT THINGS ARE ALWAYS PRIORITISED Everything matters. Our values are underpinned by getting our structures and processes right. Nutrition, always training effectively, always working on technique, strength or fitness, or whatever is a weakness in your armour. This also involves getting all the little things right as well punctuality, care of equipment, correct uniform and building relationships for the greater good. Be proud of the zootie! AIMING TO HAVE A CULTURE AND SET OF VALUES THAT ATTRACTS PEOPLE We want athletes, coaches, support staff and passionate people to be desperate to join our campaign. They will also have to accept our decision if it is established that they do not fit our culture. It will be hard to fit, but this is contractual and it may not suit everyone. Our standards must be set at a high level from day one and every day we will remind ourselves that the standards we walk by, are the standards we accept. These values are non-negotiable. Mistakes will be made and guidance will be offered in the first instance, but we will not compromise on our mission.

5 Calendar of events Queensland School Pathway Squad Nominations for the Queensland School Pathway Squad will open after Queensland School State Titles. The policy and nomination process will be available on the Rowing Queensland website. For boys ideally your 2km ergo will need to be under 6:45. Ideally for girls your 2km ergo will need to be under 7:45. Nominations will also open for Coxes and Coaches. Monday 26 November Nominations for Queensland School Pathway squad close. Monday 26 Thursday 29 November Optional lead-in training days in Brisbane. Regional crews would train out of a Toowong Rowing Club and the University of Queensland Boat Club in the lead-in to School Pathway VIII Trials, Fri 30 Nov and Wyaralong Regatta on Sat 1 Dec. If you wish to take part in this training please advise Andrew Service.» Rowing Queensland will aid with finding a Brisbane Club or School to partner with, boats to use and advice on possible billeting options or other accommodation choices.» There will be time for athletes to see Brisbane city and other attractions.» Rowing Queensland can also run a coach professional development session while coaches are in Brisbane if requested. Wednesday 28 November - Final 2km ergo scores to be submitted to Rowing Queensland. Further details around the ergo protocols will be released before Queensland School State Titles. Friday 30 November - Queensland Schoolboy and Schoolgirl VIII selection regatta in sculls.» The scull trial will be a 1500m time trial at Wyaralong.» Athlete s contact details will be collected at the selection regatta and the squad will be published on the Rowing Queensland Website.» A Pathway Squad will be published within 48 hours of the trials.» Successful athletes will be required to sign up to the Rowing Queensland Pathway Team App for regular updates» The Development Boat will not be confirmed until February 2019, However coaches can nominate athletes from the selection regatta that were not selected or are perhaps too young to make the team.» Ergo Scores for the boys will not be published due to the GPS Rowing Season. Saturday 1 December School and Wyaralong Regatta.» The Wyaralong regatta will offer all school crews the chance to race in 2x, 4x, 2- & 4+.» If regions have enough for a regional school VIII they will race in the school regatta. Sunday 2 Wednesday 5 December - QLD Regional Camp 1» For our regional athletes Rowing Queensland is keen to offer an opportunity to take part in a development camp in Brisbane out of Toowong Rowing Club and the University of Queensland Boat Club. This is an opportunity for regional athletes to train in Brisbane.

6 » Brisbane based athletes can express an interest to take part in this camp. We understand for the GPS School Boys that you will be in your School Season. Sunday 2 Dec Monay 3 Dec Tuesday 4 Dec Wednesday 5 Dec Morning Row on the Brisbane River - 8+ s QLD Squad breakfast Technique row on the 2nd row on the River in mixed 8+ s Technique row on the 2nd row on the River in mixed 8+ s Final row on the Breakfast & conclusion of the camp. Afternoon yoga & recovery stretching session Strength & Conditioning education session Rowing Queensland gym S & C session Rowing Queensland gym Nutrition Education session at QAS. * Ergo training session. QAS Recovery centre session. Regional athletes depart Brisbane for home. Draft Easter Holidays Pathway Camp Monday 1 Friday 5 April - Camp 2 Monday 1 April Tuesday 2 April Wed 3 April Thursday 4 April Friday 5 April Morning Technique Row on the River Technique Row on the River Technique row on the 2nd row on the River in mixed 8+ s Technique row on the Technique row on the River Technique row on the Brisbane River 2nd row on the River in mixed 8+ s Final row on the Boat loading & conclusion of camp. Afternoon yoga & recovery stretching session Video Session and Technique Development Strength & Conditioning education session Rowing Queensland gym S & C session Rowing Queensland gym QAS tour * Ergo training session. QAS Recovery centre session Nutrition education session. Mixed squad triathlon

7 Uniforms Athletes will be provided with a Zoot Suit, Travel Polo, Training Shirt, Hoodie, Vest, Cap/Visor and bag. These items will bear the Rowing QLD logo, Tour name and date Athletes heading to the Australian Selection Trials will also be encouraged to bring at least 2 pairs of jeans, comfortable exercise wear as well as appropriate winter wear on the trip. Cost The cost of the Pathway tour is $1200 This cost is all inclusive for all aspects of the tour, except for sports related nutrition and spending money. Development Boat We acknowledge that across Queensland there are a few athletes who were unable to attend trials in December. Additionally, there are regional athletes who will attend trials whom we are keen to work with for their longer-term development within the sport. Ultimately, we are looking to strengthen and grow rowing in Queensland. To accommodate these up and coming athletes, in 2018 we piloted the inclusion of a boys and girls Development eight within the Pathway training camp over Easter. Please note, the athletes invited to participate in these Development eights at the training camp will not be included in the QLD Pathway Squad in As per the selection policy, additional athletes will not be included in the first two boys and girls Pathway Eights, as we see this as unfair on the athletes that have undertaken the necessary selection process. To express an interest in the Development Boat please flag this to Andrew Service. Contact Andrew Service High Performance Manager andrew.service@rowing.ausportnet.com Mike Partridge Rowing Queensland Manager of Sport mikep@rowingqld.asn.au

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