January 20th 2016
‘Sticks Down Policy’
Purpose:
To allow players to self manage their hockey commitments for the best of their
development while still understanding the importance of recovery
Rational:
The ‘Sticks Down’ policy was introduced in 2013 to ensure that players were taking
the required recovery period following major tournaments. This was aligned with the
Black Sticks policies at the time. This policy was reviewed in 2015 through players,
coaches, schools and clubs.
With the education, and therefore better understanding from players and coaches
towards the importance of recovery periods, we feel that players are better
positioned to make their own decisions regarding their hockey commitments
following tournaments.
It was also evident that players game time and commitment throughout tournaments
was varied and therefore meant inconsistencies throughout this policy.
It should also be noted that the Black Sticks now operate with a more informal
process with players to ensure that the best decision is made for the player.
NORTH HARBOUR HOCKEY
ASSOCIATION
P O Box 302139
North Harbour
09-4157396 Phone
09-4157403 Fax
We are pleased to
acknowledge assistance
provided by
Proposal:
All athletes involved in tournaments named below should have a ‘sticks down’
period of 4 days following the conclusion of the tournament.
• NHL
• Under 21
• Under 18
• Under 15
‘Sticks down’ would mean the following for the 4 days:
• No active part in hockey sessions (attendance is optional)
• No active part in hockey games (attendance is optional)
• No active part in conditioning sessions
• No active part in set play sessions (attendance optional)
• Recovery sessions can be done
Players may par take in hockey opportunities at their own discretion, and if they
choose to do so, players MUST;
• Inform (by email) the High Performance Manager of any games or official
trainings that take place within 4 days of tournament
• Ensure they have considered the value of participating in hockey
opportunities within 4 days of tournament
If players have any difficulties throughout their ‘sticks down’ period, please contact
the High Performance Manager for support
Kind regards
Dave Kosoof
High Performance Manager
North Harbour Hockey
Mobile: 0212487276
Email: [email protected]
North Harbour Hockey
Stadium, 60 Paul Matthews
Road, Albany
www.harbourhockey.org.nz