Hockey Outreach

THE PROGRAMME

Participants

· About 10 to 15 schools based on the response of the management and the staff, the facilities available, and manpower present.

· Approximately 25 students from each school.

Resources

· The resources in the schools will be utilized to the fullest extent possible.

· Technical support will be provided by the foundation.

· Assistance by providing equipment wherever required.

· The school is required to allow the use of its resources in the form of consent on the part of the management and staff, the cooperation of the physical education teacher and the use of its grounds and available equipment.

· Publicity material, programme charts and coaching packs (coaching plans) will be provided.

Duration

7-8 months a year and about 4-5 times a week (excepting the days of the exam or other contingencies).

Coaching

· Initially and periodical workshops for physical education teachers.

· Provision of scientifically prepared and printed schedule of coaching.

· Annual summer camps with the help of qualified experts.

· Periodical evaluation and feedback using audio and video technology.

Resource persons/coaches

· Primary resource persons are the physical education teachers or local hockey players (volunteers).

· Local hockey coaches or deputed experts for periodical supervision.

· Qualified outstation coaches for seasonal camps.

· The Executive (working) committee for overall supervision.

Evaluation

· Personal observation and supervision (Experts ratings)

· Conduct of fitness and skill tests (objective tests)

· Video analysis of playing ability

· Applying psychological aptitude tests and such other methods.

Competitions

· Annual competitions between centers.

· Trophies and prizes for various achievements of trainees and coaches (physical education teacher).