The strategy outlined in the document focuses on prioritising team sports within the High-Performance Sport New Zealand (HPSNZ) system despite limited funding. The first step involves identifying high-performing team sports by assessing recent performance, success potential, and alignment with national goals. For example, expert opinions and public support data are gathered to rank sports for prioritisation in resource allocation.
Next, the strategy allocates resources effectively to the selected sports, ensuring funding is aligned with performance incentives. Partnerships with external sponsors are encouraged to increase support. A committee oversees fair distribution, with performance targets set to guide resource use. An example includes developing a funding model responsive to team performance.
Lastly, support and training enhancements for chosen sports include tailored training programs and workshops, high-performance access, and sports science integration. Opportunities for competitive exposure and mentorship are also provided. An example includes linking athletes with experienced mentors to foster development. This approach ensures a holistic growth environment to achieve sporting excellence at events like the LA Olympics.
The strategies
⛳️ Strategy 1: Identify high-performing team sports
- Conduct an analysis of all team sports to evaluate recent performance and track record
- Create a criteria checklist for what constitutes a 'winning' or 'high potential' team sport
- Rank team sports based on recent successes and potential for future wins
- Evaluate the alignment of team sports with national sporting goals and HPSNZ objectives
- Consult with external sports analysts to gather expert opinions on team sports performance
- Organise meetings with team sports representatives to understand their needs and goals
- Assess potential team sports' contribution to New Zealand's national identity and pride
- Gather data on public support and audience engagement for each team sport
- Compile a comprehensive report for internal review and approval
- Select top-performing team sports to prioritise in the resource allocation
⛳️ Strategy 2: Allocate resources strategically to selected team sports
- Establish a budget plan specifically for team sports within HPSNZ funding limits
- Identify and allocate resources according to the needs of selected team sports
- Develop partnerships with external sponsors to increase funding for team sports
- Set up a resource allocation committee to ensure fair and strategic distribution
- Provide strategic support staff to selected high-performing team sports
- Create a funding model that incentivises performance and results in team sports
- Develop a contingency plan to adjust funding allocation based on team performance
- Monitor the effectiveness of resource allocation in improving team sports' performance
- Set clear performance targets and expectations for resources provided
- Regularly review and reassess resource allocation to ensure alignment with objectives
⛳️ Strategy 3: Enhance support and training for identified sports campaigns
- Develop a targeted training programme tailored for each identified team sport
- Offer coaching workshops and development sessions for team sports coaches
- Provide access to high-performance facilities for selected team sports
- Implement sports science and analytics to optimise team performance
- Create a mentorship programme pairing less experienced athletes with veterans
- Provide psychological and nutrition support for team sport athletes
- Organise competitive exposure opportunities such as international tournaments
- Facilitate strategic collaborations between team sports and individual sports
- Encourage cross-discipline learning and development through workshops
- Monitor progress of campaigns and adjust support levels as needed
Bringing accountability to your strategy
It's one thing to have a plan, it's another to stick to it. We hope that the examples above will help you get started with your own strategy, but we also know that it's easy to get lost in the day-to-day effort.
That's why we built Tability: to help you track your progress, keep your team aligned, and make sure you're always moving in the right direction.
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