Handball Development in Nottinghamshire

Progress in Notts - 2014From 2011:•A University Team and some interest in the Sport.To now:•A thriving club structure.•A full time Development Officer – Handball.•Structured Schools programme.

The Approach•Volunteer led – development driven by

committed, passionate Handball people.

•Partners supported club development.

•County Group set – up.

•Funding attained for Development Officer.

Ask & Apply

‘Give it a go’ attitude

Right People, Right Place, Right Time

County Group

provides ‘A Voice!’

The ‘Right Man’ for the job!

Why it worked…

What can Sports Development do for you?•Funding: never send in an application without

Officer support.• (Proper) Marketing support: not just sending

out a tweet.•Combined approach: National, County &

Local.•Framework for your Sport.•Coach and Volunteer Development.•Insight and local knowledge.•RECRUITMENT – initiatives and more….

Table Discussion...1. List all your main priorities moving

forward as a Club & from which determine your top 5.e.g. Recruit new lady members.

2. What are the key areas of support you require.

Q & A Opportunity