What is the Target Talent Program?
Athletics Tasmania delivers the national program, including education sessions for athletes, parents and coaches, to assist athletes along the pathway to senior representation. The focus is on athletes between the age groups of U14 and U20 who have achieved Top 6 results at the National All Schools, with discretionary selection for athletes nominated for Nationals.
Purpose of the program
The key purpose is to identify and assist in developing talented, emerging athletes aged 13-19, with the potential and motivation to attain National representative standards.
AT and the TIS are committed to support these athletes and their coaches along a pathway that provides appropriate development to a career in Track and Field.
It is envisaged that this group will be the major focus of Track and Field development in Tasmania.
Athletics Tasmania is committed to the provision of every opportunity for athletes to progress along the pathway to succeed in Track and Field.
Benefits for athletes and their coaches in the squad:
- Increased access to specialist support services including TTP Coaches, visiting specialist Coaches, expert presenters, and sport science.
- Athletics Australia National Curriculum which ensures consistent and valued content to all TTP athletes across all states.
- Recognition
- Assistance with program planning
TARGET TALENT PROGRAM EDUCATION WEBINARS
| Topic | Webinar Date | Presentation | Presenter | Register |
| Nutrition | May 27, 2024 | How to Perform at your Personal Best | Bryce Anderson | (Click Here) |
| Physiology | June 17, 2024 | Athlete Recovery | Bryce Anderson | (Click Here) |
| Sport Psychology | July 15, 2024 | Embracing the Moment | Jacqui Sandland | (Click Here) |
| Athlete Wellbeing & Engagement | August 12, 2024 | Balacing Education, Sport and Time Away from Home | Belinda Creer | (Click Here) |
| Injury Risk Reduction | September 16, 2024 | Injury Management | Rob Mullard | (Click Here) |
| Biomechanics | October 14, 2024 | Biomechanics in your DTE | Tarryn Elvish & Kirstie Turner | (Click Here) |
| Performance Planning | November 11, 2024 | Reviewing Performance | Adam Didyk | (Click Here) |
To access the Online Learning Portal please access it through the Athletics Australia Learning Centre.
