Position Title
Work towards
Reports to
Contract Status
Environment
DRNR Smarter than Smoking WANL U18 Coach
Netball development and performance
President – DRNR
As defined by the Board
DRNR prepares players for the STS WANL competitions which is
conducted by Netball WA. The DRNR program is conducted in an
environment where all three teams train together (on the same days and
times) and coaches work cooperatively to seek to achieve the best
outcomes for the group. The 18’s squad is linked to the Open squad as a
pathway and to Regional underpinning development programs.
Primary Purpose of Position
In conjunction with the Head Coach design, plan and oversee the preparation and performance
standards of athletes and teams competing in the STS State Netball U18 squad for the Darling
Range Netball Region.
Responsibilities & Measures
Tasks
Measures and Outcomes
Participate in Review of 2016 season and assist For the Open squad design and following:
in the development of the 2017 planning in
 Formulation of successful strategies for
respect to the U18 Squad.
and achievement of planned outcomes
that covers the full season cycle,
including
Planning
Selection trials
Pre-season fitness
Pre-season competition preparation
SNL Competition
Finals Campaigns
Awards and Recognition
Athlete performance reviews
Coach performance interviews
Funding & sponsorship activities
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Establish and maintain together with the
Head Coach the systems which you will
have to measure aspects of the programs
progress and end performance.
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Together with WANL Co-ordinator and
Head coach to ensure that the program
Manage and develop a dynamic and united
coach team relationship with the coaching team
ensuring that plans will and can be implemented
in a united and integrated manner for the
common development of all athletes and the
coaching team in the U18 Squad
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Keep Head Coach informed on all
aspects of the U18 programme
Establish
a
highly
effective
communication model with athletes
Establish effective training and match
preparation
Establish an effective feedback process
with athletes.
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has all venues booked and equipment
necessary for effective program. At
times due to fixtures U18 team may train
at different time or days and
cancellations required.
Develop a coaching team that is able to
work together to develop a successful
U18 squad training and selection
system.
Assess relevant training needs for
individual coaches in conjunction with
Head Coach
Conduct regular coach meetings as
required.
Participation in the mid-season review
of the progress of the U18 squad players
and that of individual coaches and
identify any support this is required.
Meet with assistant coach/apprentice
coach and discuss performance and
progress of role together with Head
coach or Mentor coach.
Work closely with the WANL
Coordinator and Team Manager in
providing accurate information that can
be communicated in a timely manner to
all participants.
Design weekly training sessions together
with coaching personnel, allocate to
coaches for shared preparation and
presentation in a timely manner.
Oversee training to ensure it is of high
impact and effective preparation for
matches
Communicate to athletes in a timely
manner
Subject to player commitment each
player must take the court for a
minimum of 16 quarters.
Provide effective and constructive
feedback to athletes, specifically to the
needs of the athletes.
Provide feedback to assistant/apprentice
coaches and integrate in all activities
Direct any matters arising from SNL to
DRNR Board through the WANL
Coordinator or President
Where suitable use players from the U18
squad to fill an team vacancies.
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Liaise, coordinate and work with all aligned
groups to WANL programme and Region
maximise opportunities or planning for the
future.
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Work closely with all DRNR WANL coaching
team seeking to support each other and their
teams, personnel
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Consult with Head Coach should
additional players be required after trials
and approval must be sort from the
board prior to seeking personnel.
Attend meetings, provide reports, and
represent the DRNR with Netball WA
Other Regions, DRNR RDO and RUDO
Attend all WANL meetings including
WANL Season Briefings, reviews etc
Attend all events and fundraising
activities conducted by the Region and
as identified.
Conduct yourself in a professional
manner including wear the uniform
whilst representing DRNR
Consult with Head Coach regarding the
selection method of the Team Captain.
Ensure that all WANL expenses have
prior approval by the DRNR WANL
Coordinator.
Referring specifically to the DRNR
Coaching team and also
WANL Co-ordinator
RDO
RUDO
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Maximise opportunities for athlete
promotion and development
Attend training, development opportunities and Identify opportunities, attend and complete.
accreditation programs to continue to develop Ensure your coaching accreditations and
relevant knowledge and skills.
knowledge is consolidated in all professional
development chosen. Adhere to Netball
Australia Coaching Council Coach’s Code of
Ethics
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