Athlete Development Program
At Point Cook College, we are proudly offering a high performance Athlete Development Program (ADP) to assist our emerging athletes in their pursuit of sporting and academic excellence. We will provide the best possible environment for young athletes in developing their sporting attributes and their sporting pathways to a future in their chosen field.
The ADP is an environment that not only nurtures young talent, but harnesses that potential, instilling our core values of We are Learners, We are Responsible, We are respectful, We are safe. Students are supported in becoming well rounded individuals, with a great work ethic and an emphasis on academic enthusiasm. Athletes are continually learning how to get the best out of themselves in all aspects of their education and sporting journey.
The outline of “The High Performance Program” consists of various sessions per week in years 7 – 9 in addition to Health and Physical Education classes. The high performance program curriculum involves strength and conditioning training, recovery sessions, personal development, leadership and relevant consultancy sessions (e.g. nutrition of an athlete, guest speakers, leadership and coaching, excursion to elite sporting venues may be among the opportunities provided).
Purpose
To develop each student athlete to maximise their potential athletically and academically.
Vision
To provide a pathway program to students while at school to assist them in their pursuit of sporting and academic excellence.
Aim
- Develop physical fitness, strength, and conditioning, enabling students to perform at their highest potential in their chosen sport.
- Effective balance academic responsibilities with athletic commitments, ensuring success in both areas.
- Cultivate leadership skills and personal development, learning how to be responsible, respectful, and safe both in sports and in their everyday lives.
- Provide opportunities to engage with industry experts, attend excursions to elite sporting venues, and connect with mentors, helping students explore and navigate potential career pathways in sport.
- Build drive and dedication in students for them to become the best version of themselves through sport and school.
Structure
The Athlete Development Program will run within the school timetable and includes the following:
- Timetabled strength and conditioning sessions tailored to the specific student’s sport.
- Timetabled theory sessions aimed at developing the athlete.
External Opportunities
ADP has a number of partnerships with community and elite sporting clubs and groups where students can be involved in specialised coaching and experience elite training facilities and programs.
- Western United Football Club
- Werribee Football Club
- North Melbourne Football Club
- RecLink
Selection Process
Students are to apply for a position into the program through a select entry process. The applicant must demonstrate excellent athletic abilities, outstanding behaviour and dedication to their academics.
The selection process includes:
- Online Application (including academic report submission)
- Physical Fitness Testing
- Referee Check
Extra-Curricular
- Participation in all fitness testing days
- Attendance of all sporting incursions and excursions
- Participation in events at our College Athletics Carnival
Program Fees
Students who are successfully accepted into ADP will be charged additional fees each year. These fees include the cost of hiring specialist coaches, specialised training sessions etc.
Program Contract
All students accepted into this program will be required to sign a contract, which binds them to meet the academic and behavioural expectations of our College, extracurricular expectations and those specific to this program.
Uniform
Students are expected to wear their ADP uniform every day, including when they attend excursions, when there are visitors to the College specifically for ADP, and at times they are representing the College.
Contact
Matt Wilkinson
ADP Coordinator
8348 7100
Matt.Wilkinson@education.vic.gov.au
