PERFORMANCE PATHWAYS
PERFORMANCE PATHWAYS
BASEBALL QUEENSLAND PROGRAMS
Performance Pathway schedules, delivers and provides leadership to Athlete and Coach Development within Baseball Queensland.
Designing a Long Term Athlete Development framework provides stability and continuity whilst creating an optimal learning environment for athletes and coaches within our pathway.
VISION
To be the benchmark Performance Baseball program
in Australia developing National ready talent for
International and professional competitioN.
To be the benchmark Performance Baseball program
in Australia developing National ready talent for
International and professional competitioN.
PHILOSOPHY
ATHLETE – FOCUSED
The Individual Athlete is our focus. Aim to provide tailored development models, communication and learning styles to achieve an optimal holistic outcome.
COACH – LED
Providing a structured skill acquisition plan provides stability and continuity whilst creating an optimal learning environment for all athletes and coaches within our Pathway Framework. A big part of this process involves our coaches developing techniques to effectively train and coach our athletes.
PROCESS – ORIENTATED
Understanding of a Long Term Athlete Development framework forms the foundation so that coaches can begin and/ or continue to explore coaching methodologies that are age and gender appropriate.
PERFORMANCE – DRIVEN
Striving towards athletes reaching their developmental milestones. Measuring and monitoring athlete progressions along with assessing delivery and programming planning to achieve optimal holistic outcomes.
performance pathway framework
National and State Performance Squads
T5, 54 & T3
• LTAD Framework for Performance athletes
• Assistance with personal growth and maturation
• Support social aspects and individual development with the peers
• Develop skill and knowledge
• Appropriate periodisation for Bench Mark Events (Nationals, International, College, ABL etc.)
• Athlete management using modernised technology
• Access to Driveline TRAQ, Motus Throw, Blast Motion and Rapsodo technology
Cost – TBA
Age Group
• 2nd year Under 16 to senior athletes
No. Athletes
• 20 – 25
Criteria
• Selection in Australian Representative Teams
• Nationally Identified / US College Very Good and above
Timeframe
3 – 4 on field sessions per week
National Performance Squad
• Preparation for International/ Baseball Australia Event
State Performance Squad
• May to December
State Development and Emerging Squads
T3
• Foundation stages of Performance
• Assistance with personal growth and maturation
• Support social aspects and individual development with the peers
• Early stages of preparation for Australian Championships
• Preparation for State Titles
• Extended period of observation for QLD representation
• Access to Rapsodo Technology
Cost – TBA
Age Group
• 2nd year Under 16 and Under 18 athletes
Timeframe
May – September
Development Squad
No. Athletes
• 35 – 40
Criteria
• Identified Athletes Solid Average and above
Sessions
• 1 x midweek, 1 x weekend
Emerging Squad
No. Athletes
•35 – 40
Criteria
Identified Athletes
Average and above
Sessions
• 1 x midweek (split venue), 1 x weekend
QLD REPRESENTATIVE TEAMS
T3
• LTAD Framework for Performance athletes
• Assistance with personal growth and maturation
• Support social aspects and individual development with the peers
• Develop skill and knowledge in a team environment
• Appropriate periodization for Australian Championships
• Optimal Performance at Australian Championships
• Access to Motus Throw, Blast Motion, Rapsodo and BQ AMS Technologies
Cost – Tournament Levy
Age Groups
• U16
• U18
• Open & Youth Women
Criteria
• Selected athletes to compete at Australian Championships
Time frame
U16 and U18
• Preparation October to January
• Championships January
Open & Youth Women
• Preparation January to March
• Championships March/April (Easter Break)
Emerging Athlete Program
T2 & T1
• Entry Level to BQ Performance Pathway framework for athletes and coaches
• Program design tailored for each age group
• Assistance with personal growth and maturation + onfield testing session.
• Support social aspects and individual development with the peers
• Develop individual skills and knowledge
• Develop game situational awareness
• Flexibility to meet family demands
• Regionally delivered
Cost – TBA
Age Groups/ Programs
• Little League
• Junior League
• Senior League
Time frame
1 on field session per week
Locations
Currently only offering NQ locations
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- Townsville
- Cairns
Girls Athlete Development Program
T2 & T1
• Entry Level to BQ Performance Pathway framework for athletes and coaches
• Program design tailored for young female players
• Assistance with personal growth and maturation
• Support social aspects and individual development with the peers
• Develop individual skill and knowledge
• Develop game situational awareness
• Opportunity to play multiple positions
• Enter into tournaments
Cost – Tournament Levies
Age Groups
• Little League
• Junior League
Time frame
• Preparation for various tournament/ competition
COACH DEVELOPMENT
In the interests of further developing our volunteer coaches, Baseball QLD will be using the Pathway Programs as an avenue to undertake our Coach Development Program . This is a free Program with Coaches provided opportunities to either observe and/ or participate in on field sessions with additional access to resources provided within the BQ Pathways.
Baseball QLD are now taking Expression of Interest from those coaches who wish to take part in our Coach Development Program. Participating coaches will be given the chance to take part in five (5) available Pathway Programs catering for a diverse range of athletes throughout Winter period which includes:
• State Performance Squad
o Eight months (June – February)
o 2 x session per week
• State Development and Emerging Squad
o Eight weeks (July – September)
o 2 x sessions per week
• Athlete Development Program
o Six weeks (July – August)
o 1 x sessions per week
• BQ Girls Athlete Development Program
o Various times throughout the year
o 1 x session per week
If you are interested in participating in the Coach Development Program, please click or copy and paste the address provided. Please be prepared to enter the following information:
• Current Level of Accreditation
• Valid Working with Children Blue Card number
• Current Level of Coaching – Club, Region, State or National
• Brief overview of Coaching Experience
• Specific areas of interest (Pitching, Catching, Infield, Outfield, Hitting etc.)
Please contact High Performance Manager Shayne Watson shayne@baseballqld.asn.au if you require additional information or have questions.
Athlete and Coach Development
• Guiding Principles to QLD Coaching
• QLD Athlete Development Handbook
• Positional Standards
• Key Improvement Areas
• Arm Development & Bullpen Routines/ Assessments
• Pre hab , General Strength & Conditioning, Recovery
• QLD Coverages and In/Out Routine
• Pitch Load Monitoring
• BQ On Field Testing Protocols
• Program Planners and Periodisation Templates
• Video Library (in development)
• Coach Evaluation Forms (in development)
• Athlete Development Monitoring (in development)
Technology
• Rapsodo
• BlastMotion
• Motus Sleeves (limited access)
• Driveline TRAQ (SPS only)
• BQ AMS (QLD Representative Players only)
Documents/ Policies
• BQ Behavioural and Expectations Policy
• Athlete Training Agreement Form
• Coach and EO Position Descriptions
• Coach Agreement and Expectations
• Coach Selection Criteria
• Athlete Selection Criteria (under review)
• QLD EO Handbook (planned)
program pathway strategy
INCREASE QUEENSLAND REPRESENTATION IN AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL TEAMS
• Delivery of an athlete centred holistic development program based on best in class industry standard
• Delivery of best practice (Science & Data based) Strength & Conditioning Programs
• Collaboration with internationally renowned, specialist baseball coaches to deliver position specific instruction, expertise
and experiences
• Integration of specialized support services from sports science and medicine professionals
• Education, support and development of mental skills
• Clearly define, educate and communicate talent pathway opportunities for male and female athletes
• Inclusion of Junior Elite Athletes (male and female) in early stage HP programs to ease transition into HP.
KEY MEASURES
1: 25% Queensland representation in Men’s National Team
2: 25% Queensland representation in Women’s National Team
3: 25% Queensland representation in 23U Men’s National Team
4: 25% Queensland representation in 18U Men’s National Team
CONSISTENT ON FIELD & OFF FIELD HIGH PERFORMANCE OUTCOMES.
• Display attributes leading to successful performance at all levels of national competition
• Demonstrate physical capabilities required to succeed in tournament environments based on best practice strength
and conditioning programs.
• Deliver holistic development of individual via tailored programs for nutrition, psychology, well being and personal
management skills
• Develop partnerships with Academic Institutions to facilitate cutting edge Sports Science research and methodologies
• Foster relationships with local Australian Sports Technology Companies to facilitate data collection, analytics, monitoring
and assessment of Queensland Athletes.
KEY MEASURES
1: Top 4 Finishes at AYC (U16 & U18)
2: Top 4 Finishes at Open Women
3: 10% Athletes of accepting College Placements (USA) or signing Professional Contracts
4: 15% Adult HP Athletes on ABL Development Rosters
5: Improved Academic outcomes for Athletes and Coaches (Life after Sport)
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF COACHING AND ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
• Develop and promote coaching pathway via role rotation and succession plans
• Professional Development Workshop Series designed and delivered in conjunction with Academic partners and sport industry
leaders with an emphasis on coaching practice, management and leadership
• Professional Development Workshop Series implemented to enhance skill development outcomes for individuals utilising
Domain Experts (professional coaches / former athletes)
• Communicate assessment processes and evaluation opportunities for National Accreditation
• Clearly articulated coaching selection process for State Teams
• Ongoing support and professional development for all Front Office and Administration Staff
KEY MEASURES
KEY MEASURES
1: 15% Queensland representation in National Team coaching staff.
2: Increase in Nationally Qualified Coaching Staff
3: Increase satisfaction ratings of Athlete Cohort
4: Increase in depth of available coaches for State and National Programs
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