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