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TS Academy 2018/2019 (TSA) Academy Summary The TS Academy is aimed at exploring the potential of athletes who have shown the basic physical capacity suitable for competitive triathlon and providing them with a development opportunity. The TS Academy is aligned to the BTF Athlete Development Framework (ADF). Minimum age for entry to this level is 14yrs old by 31st December 2018 Maximum age for entry to this level is 17yrs old by 31st December 2018 There is a maximum of 20 places available on Academy squad for 2018/19 and places will be determined at the discretion of the Triathlon Scotland Performance Management Group
Academy Selection Criteria To be considered for entry to the Academy, an athlete must achieve the following:1)
Have a 320 or above points score calculated using the swim / run ‘points matrix’ (available on the Triathlon Scotland National Squads Home Page) or using the points calculator. NB: Evidenced performances achieved since 1 September 2017 that have been performed at official events, trials or clearly videoed showing the complete effort.
2) Finished at least one multisport (aquathlon / duathlon / triathlon) event in the past 6 months (1 Feb 2018 – 1 August 2018) 3) Be able to complete all skills listed on the competencies skill sheet (appendix A) If selected an athlete could remain part of the TS Academy for up to 3 years as long they are progressing in line with the BTF Athlete Development Framework. Beyond that athletes are expected to have met confirmation or development squad entry standards or will be redirected to other opportunities within the sport.
Points matrix Distances Age end 2018
Swim distance
Run distance
Race Category 2019
14
200m
1500m
1st Year Youth
15
200m
1500m
2nd Year Youth
16
400m
3000m
1st Year Junior
17
400m
3000m
2nd Year Junior
Note: 1. Swim is in a 25m pool and from a dive start
Current TS Academy athletes re-applying Current TS Academy athletes are required to re-apply for the squad on an annual basis, this can be achieved by following the application process detailed below. Current Academy athletes will be required to attend the 2018 trial day on Saturday 25 August and expected to meet the entry standards relevant to their age. After the trial day, current squad athletes will be invited to a 20 min profile review meeting with relevant Academy coaching staff week beginning Monday 27 August (dates and venues to fit with location of athletes tbc. a Skype option will also be offered). At this meeting each athlete's conduct, progress, race experience and aspirations in the sport will be discussed in line with the BTF Athlete Development Framework, culminating in decision on squad entry for 2018/19.
Application Process Athletes wishing to apply for the TS Academy must do the following. 1) Register to attend the Academy trial day via Entry Central (entries will open on 1 July 2018 and close on 13 August 2018) 2) Attend the Academy trial day on 25 August 2018. Athletes will be expected to prioritise attendance at the trial day over other activities. If an athlete cannot attend or perform at the trial due to illness / injury then they will need to notify Triathlon Scotland in advance.
Academy Program of Activity The Academy provides in the region of 4 weekend camps, 2 day camps and 1 Easter camp per year. The dates of the weekend camps will be confirmed as soon as the key X-C and swim meet dates are confirmed to avoid clashes where possible. All weekend camps are scheduled to begin on a Friday evening at 5pm and end on a Sunday evening at 4pm. Athletes are expected to attend all camps, unless otherwise discussed with Academy coaching team. If an athlete has been unable to attend 3 or more of the winter weekend camps then their place on the Academy will be reviewed as it would be deemed that they are not ready to engage fully with the programme of activity required for progression. The Easter and race camp dates are to be announced as soon as the 2018-19 calendar is confirmed.
Who to contact? For more information regarding the TS Academy please contact Crawford Whyte (Academy Coach). Frequently asked questions: Which age category column do I use? Use the age you will be on the 31st December of the year the trial takes place. For example: if you were 14 on 6th July 2018 you would refer to the 14 year old age category on the points matrix sheet. How can I submit evidence of times that I have achieved? We want to make the evidencing process as easy as possible, but we also recognise the importance of having the submitted evidence verified. Because of this we will only accept evidence that meets the following criteria:1) Results of any event that are displayed on either power of 10 or British Swimming 2) Results from a local event must be from an officially accurate course and available for the general public to access either online or an official results sheet. 3) You can get someone to video the complete time trial taking place and supply that video evidence to Triathlon Scotland coaches. It would need to follow the athlete for the duration of their effort 4) The yearly selection day trials in September, give an opportunity to get verified times by Triathlon Scotland coaches.
What if I am ill or injured and unable to complete the selection day trials? If injury or illness stops you from competing at the trials then you would be assessed on other evidence you can provide (See above). You would need to notify Triathlon Scotland coaches of your reason for absence. Can I attend the trials if I'm not applying for the Academy? Yes you can attend the trials even if you are not applying for the Academy, however we will set a generous minimum standard which will be displayed on the entry details on Entry Central. The trial registration will open on entries will open on 1 July 2018 and close on 13 August 2018. What is the minimum standard required to be considered for the Academy? The minimum points total is 320 points What is the capacity of the Academy? The proposed capacity of the Academy is 20 athletes
Further reading ADF Booklet
Appendix A Description Ride a road bike with road / triathlon cycling shoes and pedals Take one hand off the handlebar for 10sec and continue to ride in a straight line To reach to your bottle cage, have a drink and put the bottle back in the cage. Be able to change gears, ride out the saddle, ride on the drops and ride on the hoods Change a tyre inner tube (less than 10min for JNR’s) Be able to put your chain back on unassisted
Youth
Junior
BY 3RD FS WINTER CAMP
YES
YES
YES
BY 3RD FS WINTER CAMP YES YES
YES
BY 3RD FS WINTER CAMP YES YES
YES
YES
YES
Complete a full ‘M’ frame safety check unassisted (https://www.youtube.com /watch?v=JwSi-AGwm5g)
YES
YES
Complete a running mount and dismount in bare feet
BY 3RD FS WINTER CAMP
To ride for 1hr continuously (YTH) or 2hrs continuously (JNR)
To be able to pump up your tyres using a track pump To be able to ride in a group of 6-10 people, sitting within 30cm of the wheel ahead and be able to signal and communicate
