Waikato Rugby Union International Player Development Programme
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Waikato Rugby Union International Player Development Programme
Waikato Rugby Union International Player Development Programme Proudly brought to you by the Waikato Rugby Union and St Peter’s School Cambridge Introduction Welcome to the Waikato in the North Island of New Zealand, home of the Waikato Rugby Union and the International Player Development Programme. The Waikato Rugby Union, together with St Peter’s School, are offering an exciting opportunity for overseas students to develop their rugby skills, while also experiencing an adventure outdoor education programme at one of New Zealand’s leading schools. Founded in 1921, Waikato Rugby Union has a proud history of rugby culture and success, having produced 62 All Blacks and consistently being among the top performing provincial unions in the country. This foundation has created a pathway for today’s innovative and forward thinking player development schemes. The Waikato Rugby Union (WRU) International Player Development Programme is an integral part of upholding this commitment to excellence. The Waikato Rugby Union has identified player development as the number one priority in achieving success. As a result we have full time rugby development staff including three ITM Cup coaches, an Emerging Players Manager and four Rugby Development Coaches. We also have three outstanding strength and conditioning coaches that will push you to your limits and motivate you to work harder for success. Other providers within the Waikato Rugby Union include a nutritionist, sport psychologist and personal development staff. We are committed to nurturing and developing your individual skills so you make the most of your time in New Zealand and go away with the focus of achieving your desired goals in rugby. We look forward to welcoming you to the heart of rugby in New Zealand and the home of Waikato Rugby, from our headquarters at the magnificent Waikato Stadium. 1 Welcome On behalf of the Waikato Rugby Union, welcome from our proud province. In conjunction with St Peter’s School in Cambridge, we are delighted to be able to offer what we believe is a world class International Rugby Player Development Programme. I can assure you that this programme will not only prove to be a significant stepping stone in your rugby career, but a once in a lifetime cultural experience. I look forward to seeing you at Waikato Stadium. Regards, Graham Bowen Chief Executive Officer, Waikato Rugby Union A warm welcome from St Peters School, Cambridge. Our independent school is proud to be associated with the Waikato Rugby Union. We share the goal of developing excellence in all our activities. Our magnificent campus will be an ideal base for this programme. You will be at home here as part of our family. Best wishes, Stephen Robb Principal, St Peter’s School Cambridge 2 Programme Structure The WRU International Player Development Programme is an intensive four week course, designed for 16-18 year old aspiring professional rugby players. The WRU International Player Development Programme will run from 28 July to August 24 in 2014. The programme will encompass day to day rugby training and development, based at the St Peter’s School campus in Cambridge. Participants will live and breathe high performance rugby and learn how to prepare themselves to be the best players they can possibly be, while also experiencing everything else New Zealand has to offer. Programme components: 70% high performance rugby development 30% outdoor adventure experiences Four games of rugby as an International XV Up to three outdoor adventure/cultural excursions each week Players will train both individually and in a team environment Weekly online reporting system for family and coaches to access Highlights DVD and Individual Feedback Portfolio upon completion of course If requested, players have the opportunity to stay for an extended period beyond the four week programme at an additional cost. 3 St Peter’s School Campus - Cambridge The WRU International Player Development Programme is based on the picturesque campus of St Peter’s School in Cambridge. St Peter’s School, one of New Zealand’s leading co-educational schools, is situated on 100 acres of park like grounds just outside the town of Cambridge (15 kilometres from Hamilton City) in the heart of the Waikato province. The facilities include a gymnasium with a large weights and cardio room, squash courts, tennis courts, golf driving range and a heated indoor swimming pool for recovery purposes. Players will also be exposed to training principles and techniques of high performance athletes from other sports. The school is situated next to the Avantidrome – home of New Zealand Cycling and Triathlon, which will host part of the outdoor adventure component to the programme. St Peter’s School will be responsible for the pastoral care of each individual and they will live on campus or at a nearby school homestay for the duration of the programme. 4 Player Development The three specific aspects of player development facilitated are rugby development, strength and conditioning, and personal development. The Waikato Rugby Union is regarded nationally as a leader in player development and bases the holistic programme around the six pillars of player development: Technical Tactical Physical Mental Nutrition Leadership When entering the programme, each player is individually assessed across the six pillars of player development. This initiates the direction of the four week schedule for each person with their own Individual Performance Plan created to guide them to their full potential. 5 Player Development Players are physically tested, programmed and monitored by WRU high performance staff through the duration of their training phase. Gym sessions will be individually programmed to the training age, priorities and needs of each player. This ensures that the athlete trains to their relative ability and can be progressed in a safe training environment. As part of their tactical development, players will utilise Sportscode video analysis to review their own performance while receiving feedback from a WRU position specific coach. Technical development of the player will be initiated by a skill assessment on entry into the programme. This will assist in the prioritising and planning of the skill development plan for the individual. Skill development through the duration of the programme will focus on the generic core skills, unit skills and position specific skills of the player. 6 Programme Timetable WRU INTERNATIONAL RUGBY PROGRAMME | WEEK 1 | 28 JULY - 3 AUGUST 2014 Week 1 Mon 28 July 2014 Tue 29 July 2014 Wed 30 July 2014 Thur 31 July 2014 Fri 1 August 2014 8.00am Induction Players Assemble Players Assemble Players Assemble Players Assemble 9.00am Physical Assessment 1 Training Principles Individual Performance Plans 1 Gym 2 Gym 3 10.15am Recovery Snack Recovery Snack Recovery Snack Recovery Snack 10.45am Physical Assessment 2 Gym 1 Core Skills 1 Unit Skills 1 12.00pm Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch 12.45pm Physical Assessment 3 Nutrition 1 2.00pm Core Skill Assessment Speed 1 3.30pm Recovery Snack Recovery Snack Recovery Snack 4.00pm Team Training 1 Positions Specific 1 Team Training 2 6.00pm Recovery Session 1 Recovery Session 2 Recovery Session 3 Sat 2 August 2014 Sun 3 August 2014 Recovery Session 4 Game Day 1 vs Fishing Charter Coromandel Peninsula Waikato Invitational XV White Water Rafting Mental Skills 1 Agility 1 Rotorua Tour of Waikato Stadium and Chiefs Super Rugby training facility Individual Player Feedback 1 Potential Super Rugby Final at Waikato Stadium WRU INTERNATIONAL RUGBY PROGRAMME | WEEK 2 | 4 AUGUST - 10 AUGUST 2014 Week 2 Mon 4 August 2014 Tue 5 August 2014 Wed 6 August 2014 Thur 7 August 2014 Fri 8 August 2014 8.00am Players Assemble Players Assemble Players Assemble Players Assemble Players Assemble 9.00am Gym 4 Gym 5 Individual Performance Plans 2 Gym 6 Gym 7 10.15am Recovery Snack Recovery Snack Recovery Snack Recovery Snack 10.45am Core Skills 2 Unit Skills 2 Core Skills 3 Unit Skills 3 12.00pm Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch 12.45pm Nutrition 2 Mental Skills 2 Mountain Biking Rotorua Tactical 1 Golf Challenge Speed 2 Agility 2 3.30pm Recovery Snack Recovery Snack Recovery Snack 4.00pm Team Training 3 - Review Positions Specific 2 Team Training 4 6.00pm Recovery Session 5 Recovery Session 6 Recovery Session 7 Tour of the Avantidrome Home of New Zealand Cycling Individual Player Feedback 2 Sun 10 August 2014 Recovery Session 8 Game Day 2 vs 2.00pm 7 Sat 9 August 2014 Waikato Invitational XV Bungy Jump Huka Falls Jet Boat Tour Taupo Programme Timetable WRU INTERNATIONAL RUGBY PROGRAMME | WEEK 3 | 11 AUGUST - 17 AUGUST 2014 Week 3 Mon 11 August 2014 Tue 12 August 2014 Wed 13 August 2014 Thur 14 August 2014 Fri 15 August 2014 8.00am Players Assemble Players Assemble Players Assemble Players Assemble Players Assemble 9.00am Laws of the Game Gym 9 Individual Performance Plans 3 Gym 10 Gym 11 10.15am Recovery Snack Recovery Snack Recovery Snack Recovery Snack 10.45am Gym 8 Unit Skills 4 Core Skills 5 Unit Skills 5 12.00pm Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch 12.45pm Core Skills 4 Mental Skills 3 Sat 16 August 2014 Sun 17 August 2014 Game Day 3 vs 2.00pm Nutrition 3 Speed 3 3.30pm Recovery Snack 4.00pm 6.00pm Pig Hunting Trip Coromandel Peninsula Waikato Invitational XV Snowboarding Ski Trip Tactical 2 Mount Ruapehu Agility 3 Black Water Rafting Recovery Snack Recovery Snack Waitomo Caves Team Training 5 - Review Positions Specific 3 Team Training 6 Recovery Session 9 Recovery Session 10 Recovery Session 11 Recovery Session 12 Individual Player Feedback 2 WRU INTERNATIONAL RUGBY PROGRAMME | WEEK 4 | 18 AUGUST - 24 AUGUST 2014 Week 4 Mon 18 August 2014 Tue 19 August 2014 Wed 20 August 2014 Thur 21 August 2014 Fri 22 August 2014 8.00am Players Assemble Players Assemble Players Assemble Players Assemble Players Assemble Recovery Session 16 9.00am Gym 12 Gym 13 Individual Performance Plans 4 Gym 14 Gym 15 Team Review 10.15am Recovery Snack Recovery Snack Recovery Snack Recovery Snack 10.45am Core Skills 6 Unit Skills 6 Core Skills 7 Unit Skills 7 12.00pm Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch 12.45pm Nutrition 4 Mental Skills 4 2.00pm Squash/Tennis Challenge Speed 4 3.30pm Recovery Snack Recovery Snack Recovery Snack Gondola and Luge Ride Mitai Maori Village Cultural Visit 4.00pm Team Training 7 - Review Positions Specific 4 Team Training 8 Rotorua 6.00pm Recovery Session 13 Recovery Session 14 Recovery Session 15 Surfing Trip Raglan Sat 23 August 2014 Game Day 4 vs Tactical 3 Agility 4 Sun 24 August 2014 Waikato Invitational XV Individual Player Reviews Farewell Dinner 8 Player Development - Core Skills Core Skills are regarded as the fundamental generic skills required by every player in every position. Players will be assessed on the core skills when entering the programme. The following four core skills variations will be covered in the programme: Catch and Pass Orthodox Pass – Short / Long Spiral / Pop / Offload / Drop Off / Base Passing Tackle Front On / Side On / Chop / 2 Man / Smother / Goal Line Post Tackle Through Contact Ball Carry / Feet – Fight – Finish / Offload Options Long Place / Up Field Ruck / Golden Metre Support Roles / Decisions Running Lines L Lines / Unders – Overs / S Lines Pass and Fill / Reloading 9 Core Skills Progression Model Each core skill will be progressed in sessions by the following process: 1. Breakdown of key factors for each skill (Clarity) 2. Execution of skill under pressure (Intensity) 3. Decision making under pressure – competition (Accuracy) Player Development - Unit Skills Unit Skills are specific to either forwards or backs and will cover the technical, tactical and functional roles of the skill set. FORWARDS BACKS Scrum - Session 1: Setup / Engagement / Pressure - Session 2: Tactical and Manipulation - Session 1: Set Piece Launches Lineout - Session 1: Offensive Lineout - Session 2: Defensive Lineout - Session 3: Kicking Options Kick Restart - Session 1: Halfway Setup Attack-Defence - Session 2: 22 Drop Out Setup Attack-Defence - Session 2: Set Piece Defence - Session 4: Phase Defence - Session 5: Counter Attack - Session 6: Scanning / Decision Making Body Language - Session 7: Unit Knowledge Session (video based) Maul / Pick and Go - Session 1: Offensive and Defensive Maul Pick and Go Shape and Support 10 Player Development - Position Specific Waikato Rugby Union has experienced position specific resource coaches who provide specialist coaching, tailored to the individual’s requirements. Position specific sessions are related directly to the playing position of each player. Strong emphasis is put on these sessions to ensure that players take full advantage of the quality one on one coaching. Live feedback will also take place during breaks in play of games on weekends through the duration of the programme. Session 1: Session 2: Session 3: Session 4: 11 Position Performance Profile Position Specific Coaching Position Specific Coaching Key Relationships Player Development - Tactical Players will learn to analyse and critique all aspects of their training and game day performances through the use of Sportscode video analysis. Tactical appreciation is a crucial pillar in the rugby development of all players. Players engaged in the sessions will utilise a video analysis programme that is used primarily as a learning tool, but also objectively assesses the tactical understanding of each individual. Players will also cover tactical appreciation during position specific sessions in the programme. Session 1: Generic Decision Making Session 2: Unit Decision Making Session 3: Position Specific Decision Making 12 Player Development - Speed Players will be tested and coached over four speed training sessions, with specific emphasis on their playing position. Speed Session 1: Speed Assessment - Athletes will be tested over 10, 20, 30 and 40 metres - SMART speed timing lights have a one millisecond test/retest reliability Speed Session 2: Mechanics of Linear Speed - Athletes will explore the mechanical components of linear speed and how the ankle, knee and hip joints contribute to movement - Posture, arm drive and improve range of movement by using specific running drills Speed Session 3: Stride Correction and Development - Athletes will explore leg speed and stride length - the two components of linear speed - Recovery mechanics and reaching concepts Speed Session 4: Acceleration and Top End Development - Forwards will develop acceleration concepts, and backs will develop top end concepts - Body position - Add load under tension 13 Player Development - Agility Players will also be tested and coached over four agility training sessions, again with specific emphasis on their playing position. Agility Session 1: Agility Assessment - A test of agility over specific movements that are used across all rugby positions - SMART speed timing lights have a one millisecond test/retest reliability Agility Session 2: Mechanics of Multi Directional Speed - Athletes will explore specific movement patterns that enable greater body control and enable first step quickness - Centre of gravity and step direction Agility Session 3: Foundation Balance and Foot Speed - Athletes will learn how to generate force in the correct plane of movement - Balance and correct body positions (strong or weak, power platform) Agility Session 4: Reaction and COD - Athletes will learn how to change direction at high speed, static exertion or overcome momentum - Specific to positional requirements - Asymmetric loading 14 Player Development - Nutrition Players will learn to development a ‘nutrition tool kit’ alongside the Waikato Rugby Union’s sports performance nutritionist. Session 1: Baseline Eating - Describe the importance of nutrition in athletic development and performance - Baseline eating requirements: ‘The big rocks’ - Increased self-awareness of own baseline eating habits - How to do a food diary Session 2: Performance Zone Nutrition - What to eat and drink before gym, training or games - Fluid guidelines during exercise - Nutrition recovery pathway and optimal nutrition timing - Game day nutrition strategies Session 3: Supplements and Ergogenic Aids - Basic supplements and how to use them - Supplement big rocks Session 4: Cooking Skills - Group performance cooking session 15 Player Development - Mental Players will learn techniques to grow a performance mindset for rugby over four sessions of mental skills. Session 1: Introduction to the core components of a performance mindset for rugby - Pathway 1: The Pathway of Courage - MOP Universe: Moments of Perfection - Self Accountability: Being accountable to follow through on your actions Session 2: Training to WIN - How to evolve a routine of deep deliberate practice to maximize learning and preparation to perform on game day - How to review training and performances to drive learning forward Session 3: Performance Preparation and Focus - How to prepare your mind across a training week and game day to arrive at the whistle 100% ready to perform to your best - And how to remain focused at critical moments during a game to ensure you can perform your role Session 4: Rugby Leadership - The core components of rugby leadership - Building a leadership development plan - Leadership in action 16 The New Zealand Experience A significant component of our programme will involve a comprehensive New Zealand outdoor adventure and cultural experience. All aspects of New Zealand’s great outdoors are within a few hours of Waikato. Some of the experiences throughout the programme include: - Surfing lessons at Raglan beach - Snowboarding and ski trip at Mount Ruapehu - Pig hunting on the Coromandel Peninsula - Mountain biking and luge rides in Rotorua - Jet boat tour at Huka Falls near Taupo - Plus several more excursions from our official programme partners... Rotorua Rafting offers spectacular white water rafting adventures in the heart of the North Island. Home to Tutea Falls, the largest commercially rafted waterfall in the world, with native New Zealand scenery and Maori History lining the gorge of the beautiful Kaituna River. The Legendary Black Water Rafting Company is New Zealand’s first black water rafting adventure operator. Journey through the stunning Ruakuri Cave with the chance to abseil climb, and float through a glow wormstudded subterranean wonderland at Waitomo Caves. 17 The New Zealand Experience Land-based adventure activities will be supervised at a one guide to eight player ratio, and water-based activities at a one guide to five player ratio. Mitai Maori Village in Rotorua will give you an authentic introduction to Maori culture. The village is a specially created sacred and spiritual place that offers you an authentic indigenous cultural experience like no other. It is guaranteed to leave you enthralled by the fascinating Maori culture. The Taupo Bungy, located in the Waikato River Valley and upstream of the world renowned Huka Falls, is New Zealand’s most scenic bungy site. Their unique cantilever platform projects out from the cliff-top 47 metres above the crystal clear waters of the Waikato River below. Mussel Barge Snapper Safaris, based in the Coromandel Harbour, offers an affordable and relaxing fishing experience in the snapper capital of New Zealand. Get a fascinating insight into mussel harvesting and production, at the same time as fishing in one of the most productive snapper fisheries in the country. 18 Meet the Team Waikato Rugby Union has a high performance staff of coaches, strength and conditioning coaches, analysts, medical specialists and sport science providers that are regarded as some of the best in New Zealand rugby. Johnny Walters Waikato ITM Cup Head Coach Former Hong Kong Head Coach Former Waikato Wing WRU Rugby Development Coach Waikato Development Head Coach Carl Hoeft Rhys Bayliss Waikato ITM Cup Assistant Coach WRU Rugby Development Coach Chiefs & NZ Maori Scrum Coach Waikato Under 16 Head Coach Former All Black prop NZ Under 17 Selector Marty Holah Reuben Samuel Waikato ITM Cup Assistant Coach WRU Rugby Development Coach Former Waikato, Chiefs, Ospreys & Waikato Women’s Head Coach All Black Flanker NZ Rugby Sevens Resource Coach Leon Holden WRU High Performance Manager Former London Wasps Asst. Coach Former Ricoh Black Rams Coach Kent Currie WRU Emerging Players Manager Waikato Under 20 Head Coach NZ Schools Selection Convenor 19 Alf Daniels Andrew Spraggon WRU Rugby Development Coach Waikato Under 18 Head Coach Andrew Douglas WRU Resource Coach Former NZ Schools Head Coach Meet the Team Josh Hay Brad Mayo WRU Resource Coach WRU Strength & Conditioning Coach Former NZ Schools Asst. Coach Waikato Sevens & Chiefs Under 18 Deon Muir Waikato Under 20 Assistant Coach Mark Ray Former Waikato & Chiefs Number 8 WRU ITM Cup Video Analyst Former NZ Maori Captain Sean Hohneck David Galbraith WRU Resource Coach Sports Psychologist for WRU, Chiefs Former Waikato & Chiefs Lock & NZ Rugby Roger Randle Waikato Men’s Sevens Coach Former Waikato, Chiefs, NZ Sevens & All Black Representative Todd Miller WRU Resource Coach Former Waikato, Chiefs & All Black Fullback Matthew Greene WRU Resource Coach Former Waikato Halfback Lillian Morton WRU Nutritionist High Performance Sport NZ Provider Gordon Tam WRU Doctor Sports Specialist Doctor Scott Wrenn WRU Physiotherapist 20 Honours Board Waikato has a proud history, particularly in recent years, of producing national representatives through its development programme. WAIKATO HONOURS BOARD New Zealand Representatives 2010 - 2013 21 All Blacks Sitiveni Sivivatu Mils Muliaina Stephen Donald Richard Kahui Liam Messam Aled de Malmanche Tawera Kerr-Barlow Maori All Blacks Liam Messam Romana Graham Dwayne Sweeney Jackson Willison Ben May Declan O’Donnell Trent Renata All Blacks Sevens Liam Messam Tim Mikkelson Rory Grice Save Tokula Frank Halai Declan O’Donnell Glen Robertson Joe Webber Kylem O’Donnell Jono Malo Luke Masirewa New Zealand Under 20s Rory Grice Tawera Kerr-Barlow Glen Robertson Sefo Setephano Nathan George Fraser Armstrong Nick Ross Marnus Hanley Hame Faiva Adam Burn Joe Webber New Zealand Schools Fraser Armstrong Adam Burn Nick Ross Joe Walsh Josh Davey Kane Jacobson Joe Webber James Tucker Regan Ware Atu Moli Sam Chongkit Mitchell Jacobson Harrison Levien Bryn Gatland Damian McKenzie Isaac Te Tamaki Endorsements Many leading international coaches and players have experienced first hand the quality and professionalism of the WRU development programme. “There are so many opportunities when you are based in the Waikato. Get involved in a rugby experience at the elite level where you get the chance to be coached by some very proficient people who know what they are talking about, and also get a chance to see what this beautiful country has to offer.” - Waikato centurion and Welsh national coach Warren Gatland. “I've witnessed this province develop as an effective system and I'm quite frankly delighted that they are using their experience in the development area to design a course that I know, with the expertise they have got and the effort they are putting into it, will be a fantastic opportunity for people to take advantage of.” - Waikato centurion and All Blacks assistant coach Ian Foster. “I've been involved with the Waikato Rugby Union since 2008. I've been privileged enough to come through the academy and age group system and fortunately enough on to the All Blacks. Waikato has been great to me, it has great support systems and networks, and it's just a great environment to be a part of.” - Waikato and All Blacks halfback Tawera Kerr-Barlow. “I got the Waikato way engrained into me from an early age. I've enjoyed being here in Hamilton and in the Waikato setup. They have done a lot for me to develop me as the rugby player I am.” - Waikato and All Blacks loose forward Liam Messam. 22 Additional Information Players will receive comprehensive medical and insurance cover for the duration of their time in New Zealand. Medical Cover A registered sports specialist doctor is available for each individual if required. ACC (Accident Compensation Corporation) provides comprehensive, no fault personal injury cover for all visitors to New Zealand Insurance will cover any specialist medical costs if required Kukri Training Apparel Each player will receive the following training apparel from Kukri - the official apparel supplier of the Waikato Rugby Union: 1 x Training Jersey 2 x Training T-Shirts 2 x Training Shorts 1 x Track Pants 1 x Hoodie 1 x Polo Shirt 1 x Wet Top 1 x Beanie Hat 1 x Backpack 23 International Fees The WRU International Development Programme is limited to a maximum of 25 players. Cost per player: NZ $9800 including GST Price does not include flights to and from New Zealand. Price does include: - All programme related costs - Meals and accommodation - All outdoor adventure and cultural experience activities - Kukri training apparel - Airport transfers; Auckland - Hamilton - Auckland - Insurance 50% deposit on acceptance of application. Balance of 50% due six weeks prior to programme start date. Please note: Cancellation six weeks prior to commencement of programme will incur a penalty of 20% of the programme fee. Cancellation within two weeks of programme commencement is non-refundable. Application Process Apply for the WRU International Player Development Programme at www.mooloo.co.nz or email [email protected]. 24 Contact Us If you would like to know more about the Waikato Rugby Union and our International Player Development Programme, please contact; Mike Crawford Waikato Rugby Union Rugby Manager [email protected] +64 21 344 562 Waikato Rugby Union would like to acknowledge the support and assistance from the Gallagher Group. 25 WRU International Player Development Programme DVD Please find attached a DVD video to give you further insight into the Waikato Rugby Union International Player Development Programme. 26 Waikato Rugby Union PO Box 9507 Hamilton New Zealand +64 7 838 5675 www.mooloo.co.nz © Waikato Rugby Union, 2014.