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TSP: GOLF What is the Hunter Sports High School Golf Program? The program provides a unique opportunity for talented Golf players aged between 12 – 18 years within the Hunter Region to combine effectively, academic and sporting excellence. The program includes:
How does the program work? Students participating in the program will practice two sessions per week at Charlestown Golf Club under the guidance of Ryan & Janelle Smith. Students will also participate in competitions within the group and against other Sports High Schools. Opportunities will also exist to attend professional competitions as spectators when available. How does it link to Association/Community Golf? Participating in the program will help students to develop their golf game and their interest in the sport within school time, as a school subject. This should lead to enhanced results at club level and recognition in the wider community. Students will be encouraged and supported to participate in a wide variety of tournaments. Who are the Golf Coaches? Ryan & Janelle are both AA Rated PGA Members and have played professional golf for numerous years before focusing on teaching and providing others with their knowledge of the game. Ryan & Janelle have differing areas of expertise and together offer specialist coaching for improvement on and off the course. Ryan & Janelle hope to work with the current coaches Any students have, the goal is to add new and exciting practice techniques and increase the students knowledge of all areas of their game. What do the players say about the program? “I have been in the TSP Golf program for 3 years. I look forward to the regular coaching sessions each week at Charlestown Golf Club. Vince has been extremely influential in my golfing achievements with his friendly manner and natural coaching style. He constantly challenges me to improve. The school has given me a great opportunity to combine both my sporting life with my educational goals”. How do I apply? To be part of this program prospective students need to obtain an application package from our web page. Students must be an active member of a golf club, participate in regular golf competitions, undertake a trial, and provide supporting documentation as detailed in the application package. Note that students may be in any year, and acceptance and ongoing placement in the program is based on continued academic effort, acceptable attendance levels and an excellent behaviour record. Students are supported by a school environment which caters for the academic and welfare needs of the talented athlete, allowing students to gain a quality education whilst still pursuing their sporting dreams. |
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