2011-12 Annual Report - Australian Water Polo Inc

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WATER POLO AUSTRALIA 2011/12 ANNUAL REPORT Chief Executive Officer’s REPORT 8 This 2011-12 period marks our second year residing in Sydney, where we have made further investments to deliver high performance services to our athletes. To achieve this we welcomed Tom Hill as High Performance Manager. Tom has spent his first six months establishing necessary foundations for a successful high performance program. We look forward to working with Tom as he leads the high performance program into the next Olympic quadrennial. As always it has been another active and productive year for our sport and I extend my sincere gratitude and congratulations to all those who have participated, worked in, administered and supported our game over this period. In discussing the past year there have been significant milestones achieved in the infrastructure of the sport. At the 2011 Annual General Meeting the resolution to change our name from Water Polo Australia Incorporated (AWPI) to Water Polo Australia Limited (WPAL) was passed. I am excited to announce that with the process of changing our name we have identified the need to re-brand and therefore in the near future you will see our corporate colours, logo and uniform change to reflect this. The other significant achievement has been the formation of the National Competitions Committee (NCC). Developed following the National Water Polo League (NWPL) review this committee is charged with the responsibility of reviewing the entire National Competition Structure to determine how all elements of the national competition pathway can be aligned. As we celebrate what has been a successful year, we remain very aware that this continues to be just another step in attaining our mission to be recognised and accepted as a successful major sporting organisation both in Australia and internationally, through astute and planned management, the performance of international teams and the delivery of water polo at all levels. Acknowledgements We continue to receive remarkable support through our partnerships with the Australian Sports Commission (ASC), Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) and each of the State and Territory Institute and Academies of Sport. Without the additional funding and shared expertise our sport would not enjoy the success that it achieves. I would also like to recognise John Coates and the Australian Sports Commission for their continued support and wish them a successful 2012 Olympic campaign. Finally I would like to show my appreciation to the Water Polo Australia Board led by President, Mr. Peter Kerr of whom I am indebted to, for the support and strategic advice you have provided on so many matters during the year. Chris Harrison Chief Executive Officer
WATER POLO AUSTRALIA 2011/12 ANNUAL REPORT High Performance Report High Performance Vision A world class high performance program executed through a collaborative partner approach demonstrated by national teams achieving sustained success. 2011/12 was a year for transition and establishing the necessary foundations for a successful high performance program. I was appointed as the High Performance Manager in January 2012 under the recommendation of a High Performance Committee comprising of representatives from the Australian Sports Commission (ASC), Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), Water Polo Australia, and the respective national coaches, and charged with the responsibility of leading the high performance program into the next Olympic quadrennial. Leadership of the high performance area encompassed many activities in the lead up to the London 2012 Olympic Games. Some of the key objectives were to; • Lead the review of the high performance program and senior national teams • Establish a revised high performance plan and vision through until 2020 • Build partnerships with key stakeholders that fund, support and deliver programs that support our athlete pathway • Manage the high performance budget and financial planning for the next 4-8 years in line with the high performance plan • In conjunction with the national coaches plan, establish and facilitate participation in international and national training and competition in preparation for the Olympic Games • Establish policies and procedures that enhance the effectiveness of the high performance programs • Facilitate the preparation and organisation of junior tours Many of these activities are ongoing and will continue to form an important part of the high performance plan which aims to build depth in the National Team Program, strengthen the high performance delivery network, and result in sustainable podium performances at major international competitions culminating at the Olympic Games. The high performance plan outlines seven priority areas - coaching and officiating, athletes, daily training environment/athletes services, performance science and innovation, program management, competition and partnerships. Development in these areas will play an integral role in ensuring Australia’s future water polo success. In partnership with the ASC, AIS and relevant State Institute and Academies of Sport (SIS/SAS), the high performance program encompassing; men, women, senior, junior and youth national squad athletes, is delivered through a decentralised model. This approach enables athletes to remain in their home state or territory for their daily training environment. The SIS/SAS, through identified national training centres (NTC), provide the daily training environment for current and targeted national squad athletes. In addition, selected players gain valuable international experience by playing for overseas clubs in professional leagues and the USA NCAA competition. Water Polo Australia Limited (WPAL) continued to provide leadership and direction to the NTC programs responsible for delivering daily training environments, as well as providing athletes with training and competition opportunities via the national team programs which prepare athletes for major international competitions. The SIS/SAS/SSO network plays a key role in supporting the national athlete pathway and throughout the year ahead WPAL will look to renew partnerships with the SIS/SAS to continue developing athletes in line with our high performance plan and vision. The AIS continued to support our women’s national team program via a camps based approach which intensified leading up to the London Games. The AIS support for our women’s team is invaluable and the additional time, resources and financial support provided over the past 12 months in the pursuit of Olympic success is greatly appreciated. Our high performance programs also enjoy comprehensive international opportunities and we are indebted to the many national federations that host our teams on what is seemingly an annual basis. The majority of the international calendar is established at the LEN conference where Water Polo Australia was represented by Tom Hoad. On behalf of WPAL I would like to extend our sincere appreciation for his efforts in negotiating our entry into tournaments, competitions and training camps, we are very grateful for the work he continues to provide in this area. Performance highlights • The senior women’s team, the Aussie Stingers, winning the Canada Cup in December, Pan Pac’s in January, the London Test Event in early May, and finishing 2nd at the World League Finals in late May. • The senior men’s team, the Aussie Sharks, finishing 2nd at the Pan Pac’s in January. • The junior women’s team finishing 3rd at the Junior World Championships. • The junior men’s team finishing 4th at the Junior World Championships. Acknowledgements It is appropriate to acknowledge the support of all funding and support agencies that contribute to the high performance program, namely the ASC who provide the majority of our high performance program funding. The ASC have been outstanding in their support of WPAL throughout the transition over the past 12 months and their guidance, advice and support is invaluable. To the AIS, who have supported the women’s national team program for many years, your dedication to the program and, in particular, your support leading into London Games was wonderful. To the SIS/SAS, in particular the NSW Institute of Sport (NSWIS) and the Australian Olympic Committee who have financially and otherwise contributed to the preparation our Olympic teams, we are grateful for your ongoing support. To the national senior, junior and youth coaches, assistant coaches, managers, support staff and referees, AIS coaches, managers, support staff and the NTC coaches - thank you for your dedication and support given to our athletes. I look forward to working with the water polo community and our many supporters as we embark on the next phase of our journey in the pursuit for world-class success. Tom Hill High Performance Manager 9
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