Sydney Scorpions Coaching Appointments:  12.02.11
NSW Scorpions Coaches:
Men’s Open – Terry Cooper (Coach of the Year & Hornsby MOPL Coach)
Women’s Open – Tony Eltakchi (Aust MXO Assistant Coach)

NSW Scorpions Selectors:
Men’s Open – Terry Cooper/Tim Kitchingham
Women’s Open – Tony Eltakchi/Barry Gibson

Sydney Scorpions Junior Coaching Positions: 06.01.11
Recently appointed Junior Coaching positions can be found below:
Boy’s 14′s NSWTA Regional Championships – April 2011 – Coach Barry Gibson Assistant David Brown
Girl’s 14′s NSWTA Regional Championships – April 2011 – Coach Jamie Clifford Assistant David Duguid
Boy’s 16′s NSWTA Regional Championships – April 2011 – Coach Dave Nolan
Girl’s 16′s NSWTA Regional Championships – April 2011 – Coach – Kim Solman
Boy’s 18′s National Youth Championships – September 2011 – Coach Louie Rizk
Girl’s 18′s National Youth Championships – September 2011 – Coach Rod Hetherington  

  

Sydney Scorpions Coaching Appointments Roadmap & Tournaments:  12.10.10

Sydney Scorpions Technical Accreditations:  19.09.10

NSWTA Technical Courses Calendar:  19.09.10  
Further information on the NSWTA Technical page.

NTL & Regional Job Descriptions:  19.09.10

CRITERIA FOR POSITION – COACH
1. The Coach must demonstrate the ability to work within the NSW Touch Association “Code of Behaviour” guideline.
2. Possess a minimum active Level Two Coaching certificate and or participating in the Level Two program.
3. Be prepared to accept the conditions of the appointment.
4. Must possess good oral and written skills.
5. Able to demonstrate the ability to work well under pressure whilst achieving objectives.
6. Must provide a record of coaching ability and results to be assessed against the appointment criteria.
7. Successful applicant will be appointed for a 2-year term with a 1-year review period and is subject to review by the Sydney Scorpions executive committee.
6. Demonstrate an ability to work within a selection team to choose final teams. This includes obtaining a minimum level 2 selectors certificate during your appointment.
7. Conduct regular player identification during tournaments with a view to final selections. This will include filing of player reports with the Sydney Scorpions Coaching and Selectors directors.
8. Will be required to attend regional coaching meetings (approx 3 per year) to develop coaches throughout the Sydney Scorpions region.
9. Coaches will also be required to assist in regional development at both junior and senior levels through delivery of courses and conduct of development camps.

STATEMENT OF DUTIES
1. To Coach the Sydney Scorpions team to which the appointment was made.
2. To arrange team training sessions providing direction and developing strategies.
3. To liaise with team management regarding administrative matters.
4. To ensure the conduct of the team is beyond reproach.
5. Maintain player profiles and constantly review and monitor player performance and give individual player feedback.
6. Provide the Sydney Scorpions Coaching Director with regular reports when required.
7. Liaise with the Sydney Scorpions Team Leader

CRITERIA FOR POSITION – ASSISTANT COACH
1. A knowledge of the standards and behaviour expected of a NSWTA Official and/or representative player and acceptance for these standards, or the ability to quickly acquire and apply such knowledge.
2. The Assistant Coach must demonstrate the ability to work within the NSW Touch Association “Code of Behaviour” Guidelines.
3. Possess a Level One Coaching Certificate and or participating in the Level One program.
4. Demonstrate an ability to work in conjunction with a head coach and be a part of a coaching partnership.
5. To be able to communicate effectively and with integrity with Players and Officials.
6. Ability to work well under pressure while achieving objectives.

STATEMENT OF DUTIES
1. To assist the Coach with the Sydney Scorpions team to which you are appointed.
2. Be involved in developing Training Programs and goals in conjunction with the Coach.
4. Identify talented players and report on them to the Sydney Scorpions Coach and Coaching Director.
5. Negotiate a training and development plan with the Sydney Scorpions Coach.
6. Will be required to attend regional coaching meetings (approx 3 per year) to develop coaches throughout the Sydney Scorpions region.
7. Coaches will also be required to assist in regional development at both junior and senior levels through delivery of courses and conduct of development camps.

CRITERIA FOR POSITION – MANAGER
1. A knowledge of the standards and behaviour expected of a NSWTA Official and/or Representative Player and an acceptance of these standards, or ability to acquire quickly and apply such knowledge.
2. Capacity to manage (i.e. through a documented plan, organise, direct and control.) as appropriate players, gear and equipment.
3. A high degree of initiative and organisational ability.
4. Mature judgement and capacity to accept responsibility.
5. Good inter personal relationship skills.
6. The ability to work well under pressure whilst still achieving objectives.
7. Co-ordinate and collect all financial dues from teams on behalf of regional Sydney Scorpions Finance Director.

STATEMENT OF DUTIES
1. Manage the Sydney Scorpions team to which they are appointed.
2. Liaise with the Coach re: organising training times and facilities.
3. Liaise with the players to ensure that all team members are aware of training and playing schedules.
4. Liaise with officials re: transport arrangements, clothing, gear, equipment, photographs.
5. Co-ordinate and manage team fund raising activities.
6. Become conversant with competition Rules, By-law, Regulations and requirements for paperwork.
7. Responsible for issuing players clothing gear and equipment.
8. Responsible for security of team valuables while playing.
9. Provide for players needs during games.
10. Provide facilities for players to obtain after match refreshments.
11. Preferred: First Aid Certificate (Current)