Table Tennis England Unveils Coaching Strategy Revamp
In a move aimed at elevating the sport of table tennis, Table Tennis England has completed a comprehensive review of its coaching strategy. After engaging in a series of listening exercises with individual coaches and other stakeholders, the organization has now received the green light from its Board to progress to the implementation phase.
The review process has helped identify key issues, challenges, potential solutions, and the specific needs of coaches within the system. Gavin Evans, Head of Performance Development, expressed enthusiasm about the outcome, stating, “One of the really nice things coming out of the listening exercise with the coaches was their desire to engage more with us, to be a part of a community that’s constantly learning and evolving, sharing great practices and ultimately helping each other develop as coaches.”
The upcoming implementation phase will see the future direction of the coaching strategy mapped out, with the final plan set to be presented to the Board in November for approval. This paves the way for the strategy to be rolled out next year, promising to provide a more robust and supportive framework for table tennis coaches across the country.
Gavin further elaborated on the organization’s vision, emphasizing the goal of “creating a pipeline of fantastic coaches.” He emphasized the importance of continuous learning and development, ensuring that coaches, whether working in community spaces, clubs, or the elite level, can provide an exceptional experience for the athletes and individuals they work with.
“One of the really nice things coming out of the listening exercise with the coaches was their desire to engage more with us, to be a part of a community that’s constantly learning and evolving, sharing great practices and ultimately helping each other develop as coaches.” – Gavin Evans, Head of Performance Development
Additionally, the upcoming weeks will see the release of the Player Development Framework, a tool that will help players, coaches, and parents understand the essential elements required to become an elite table tennis player, further enhancing the overall development of the sport.
This strategic overhaul by Table Tennis England signifies a renewed commitment to elevating the table tennis coaching landscape, fostering a vibrant community of passionate and well-equipped professionals. The table tennis community can look forward to the implementation of these changes, which aim to propel the sport to new heights.
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