In a boost for the diversity of sporting pathways on the coast, the Central Coast Academy of Sport is set to partner with three other Regional Academies and Water Polo NSW to launch a Junior Water Polo Program.
The partnership sees the CCAS join with Hunter Academy of Sport, Northern Inland Academy of Sport and Southern Academy of Sport to deliver the program with Water Polo NSW for male and female players.
Due to current restrictions, the program will commence in online sessions and cover topics such as introduction to sports psychology, home strength and conditioning routines, healthy habits and balancing life as a sportsperson and student, before such a time as face-to-face components can be reintroduced.
Until then, specialist presenters from all regions, with a wealth of knowledge and expertise, will cover the different topics, educating participating athletes to further enhance their water polo training.
A spokesperson said CCAS has had huge success with its Winter Online Programs that were launched in May 2020 and that staff were confident that its water polo program will see continued growth in the online space.
“Technology is something that we have all had to get used to – it has many benefits and the age group that we are seeing in the programs are no stranger to technology, making it an easy method of delivery.
“The water polo program is an exciting new sport being added to the roster.
“The collaboration of the Academies that are involved in the program offers athletes from across several regions the opportunity to connect more frequently than they have in the past, whilst staying safe and in line with government recommendations,” the spokesperson said.
The program will run from August to November and will cater for boys and girls eligible to compete in Water Polo NSW events in the Under 14’s,16’s and 18’s age groups.
Source:
Press release, Aug 31
Central Coast Academy of Sport