ENGLISH PARTNERSHIP FOR SNOOKER AND BILLIARDS Whole Sport Development Plan 2016-2020 Bringing together: Professional Snooker and Billiards English Amateur Billiards and Snooker English Billiards Ladies Billiards and Snooker Disability Billiards and Snooker
INTRODUCTION This Whole Sport Development Plan is the first phase of a series of projects which will underpin the continued increase in participation in snooker and billiards in England. It will encourage a wider diversity of people to take up the sport, increase female and disabled participation and create a clear pathway for promising talent. It has been drawn up by the English Partnership for Snooker and Billiards (EPSB) which brings together the WPBSA, EASB, WLBS, WBL and WDBS. The EPSB is an umbrella organisation that will align the interests of the affiliated bodies and create projects to inspire and drive awareness of snooker and billiards to new participants in England. Its objectives are to increase participation, improve facilities and promote cue sports with an inclusive approach providing an opportunity for all. Building on existing programmes like Cue Zone into Schools the partnership will educate through cue sports whilst encouraging a new generation to take up snooker and billiards. By creating a clear pathway from beginner to elite professional and developing a structured coaching environment, the partnership will inspire all regardless of gender, ability or ethnicity to fulfil potential. GLOBAL STRUCTURE FOR SNOOKER AND BILLIARDS CAROM POOL CONTINENTAL FEDERATIONS NATIONAL GOVERNING BODIES SNOOKER WORLD SNOOKER FEDERATION ARISF member under patronage of the IOC
MAP OF CURRENT SITUATION IN SNOOKER/BILLIARDS IN ENGLAND MISSION ENGLISH PARTNERSHIP FOR SNOOKER AND BIILIARDS Inspiring participation from grass roots to elite competition in England WCBS (World Confederation of Billiard Sports) ARISF member under patronage of the IOC. International Federation represents Snooker, Pool and Carom/Billiards, recognised by IOC in 1998. Currently no tournaments ran by WCBS. Tournament planned for 2016. WSL (World Snooker Limited) Commercial arm of snooker. Running professional tournaments worldwide. Runs 39 Tournaments worldwide (including qualifiers separately), 19 held in England. 125 Tour Players Currently 62 English players (12.08.15) WPBSA (World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association Ltd) Based in England the WPBSA is the governing body and players association for professional game worldwide. Governing body to WDBS, WLBS and WBL Controls qualification structure of World Snooker Tour. WLBS (World Ladies Billiards and Snooker Ltd) Responsible for running World Ladies Billiards and Snooker Tour, responsible for maintaining the official World Ladies rankings under WPBSA. Runs 6 Tournaments a year all in England. 42 entries into World Championship last year. EASB (English Association of Snooker and Billiards Ltd) National Governing body for amateur snooker and responsible for English Amateur Championships Runs 102 tournaments a year 383 playing members signed up in 2015/16 187 entries into the 100th English Amateur Championships 200 Referees and officials WBL (World Billiards Ltd) Responsible for running World Billiards Tour and maintaining the official World Billiards rankings Runs 14 events a year including English Billiards Open Series 80 entries to World Championship WDBS (World Disability Billiards and Snooker Ltd) Organisation formed to provide and develop classifications for disabled players of snooker and billiards Providing specialist disability coaching and activities Responsible for running English National Disability Championship VISION To collaboratively inspire participation across all generations offering opportunity and equality for all in England. To provide transparency and excellence in sports governance. VALUES Equality Nurturing Talent Growing participation Leading with integrity Achieving success No barriers to participation Developing inspiring facilities
OUR VISION FOR SNOOKER AND BILLIARDS IN ENGLAND OBJECTIVES Increase participation among all offering a friendly, welcoming and excellent experience in sport to keep people active. To maintain the presence of English Billiards and Snooker as a traditional English sport. Ensure there are no barriers for talent to achieve success. PRIORITIES Grow snooker in schools, colleges and community groups. Encourage more play at clubs. Encourage more women and girls. Encourage people with disabilities Working at partnerships at national, regional and county levels Create a clear pathway for elite talent Providing a sport for all Wider Diversity Increased female participation Increased Participation Elite Pathways Community engagement Accredited clubs Greater facilities for disabled participation Leading in integrity in sport KITEMARKING CLUB SCHEME FOR ENGLAND A three-tiered system providing official accreditation to schools, clubs and centres. Creating a clean and safe environment for anyone to participate in Snooker and Billiards. LEVEL 1 ACCREDITED CENTRE LEVEL 2 CENTRE OF DEVELOPMENT LEVEL 3 CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE
CUE 4 ALL The Cue 4 All accreditation is an award available to all levels of the scheme that can offer a fully inclusive playing facility for disabled players. To receive the Cue 4 All accreditation the club/playing facility must complete a full assessment. The club or centre must be fully DDA compliant. KITEMARKING CLUB SCHEME KITEMARKING CLUB SCHEME BENEFITS Accredited clubs and centres will receive: Official rules poster and rule books for Snooker and Billiards An EPSB plaque & certificate (endorsed by all affiliated bodies) Marketing Resource Data Stick All accredited clubs will receive industry support such as discounts on products and services. A annual health check will need to be completed for continued benefits. Intrinsic Benefits for the Club: Minimum Standard of coaches Child Welfare and safeguarding central to club policies. Appropriate levels of discipline Be part of schools partnership programme Cue Zone into Schools. Other Benefits for the Club: Assistance with marketing and promotion. Find a club facility on WPBSA website. Regular featured clubs on WPBSA website Become a centre for national or regional events
CUE 4 PROGRAMME CUE 4 PROGRAMME Development scheme to increase participation in England CUE 4 PARTICIPATION Club Kitemarking scheme Disability focused projects Women focused projects Schools to community projects Opportunity for all pathway CUE 4 EDUCATION Schools/College/University Adult education programme Numeracy and literacy programme Improving concentration and discipline CUE 4 HEALTH Speed Snooker Over 55 Programme Gradual intensity getting more people active Rehabilitation after injury CUE 4 ELITE Team England Elite Pathway programme
CUE 4 ALL ENGLISH FEMALE INCLUSION PROGRAMME Promoting and marketing the sport to women to increase participation levels. Creating a safe and welcoming environment in clubs and centres. Specialist coaching groups, training and competitions. CUE 4 THE STARS ENGLISH ACADEMY PATHWAY PROGRAMME Ensuring there are no boundaries for talented individuals to reach their full potential. Nurturing talent through elite training programmes. Providing information and support for those who aspire to a career in sport.
CUE 4 ALL ENGLISH DISABILITY INCLUSION PROGRAMME Inspiring facilities that can accommodate disabled players providing equal opportunities for all. Specialist coaching groups, training, competitions and open days. Creating pathways for future Paralympians CUE 4 COMMUNITY ENGLISH SCHOOL TO CLUB PARTNERSHIP PROGRAMME Encouraging children from schools into the club environment ensuring a transition into adult participation in sport in England. Developing activities for youth and community centres providing a clear tangible benefit for our towns and cities.
CUE 4 HEALTH Promoting the physical and mental health benefits of playing Snooker and Billiards. Targeting people of zero or low activity. Creating speed snooker competitions and fun events to improve health amongst all. CUE 4 EVER OVER 55 PROGRAMME IN ENGLAND Encouraging people over 55 in England to keep active by participating in sport through Snooker and Billiards. Using community projects to ensure the continued social interaction of an ageing population. Encouraging improved physical and mental health.
COACHING Aligned English coaching scheme bringing together WPBSA and EASB. Increase female representation in coaching. Development of English coaches from coach to community co-ordinator. Development of specialist/ champions of specific coaching areas e.g. disability. CUE 4 EDUCATION NUMERACY AND LITERACY SKILLS PROGRAMME IN ENGLAND Aimed at those with low numeracy and literacy skills, currently unemployed or struggling at school. Promoting a safe environment for coaching, including compliance with recognised national safeguarding practices. Promoting easy access to coaching and facilities. Use snooker to deliver a system through which they can develop skills and gain confidence. Creating qualification programmes to improve employability.
REFEREEING Pathway from English Amateur to World Snooker Tour. Aligned training scheme for English referees. Partnership with EBSA to share best practice OFFICIALS Development and training programmes for tournament directors, staff and officials in England. Shadow experience at regional and national events. Develop a pathway for those outside of refereeing and officiating.
CHILD PROTECTION AND ANTI-DOPING POLICY PROMOTING A CLEAN AND SAFE SPORT Compliance with NSPCC child protection in sport unit. Aligned policies and administration. Say no to doping campaign. WLBS www.wlbsa.com @WLBSA /wlbsa WORLD BILLIARDS Welfare Officer courses for in club welfare officers in England www.world-billiards.com admin@world-billiards.com @WorldBilliards WDBS www.wdbs.info @WDBSofficial /groups/disabilitysnooker EASB www.easb.co.uk admin@easb.co.uk @TheEASB /EnglishSnooker WPBSA www.wpbsa.com
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