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 Hockey Application Forms

The Program


A long tradition of success  at state, national and international levels have established hockey as the on-going success story of Como Secondary College which consistently attracts international fee paying students to its ranks.  Hockey is one of the major areas of study for students enrolled in this program and alongside their remaining academic studies, contributes to their secondary graduation. Students at the academy receive a diverse hockey experience with the major focus being given to skill development and game strategy.  This approach has enabled the academy to become a benchmark for Western Australian school hockey development with some graduates progressing directly into the Australian Institute of Sport Hockey Program.

All our graduates of the academy complete a nationally recognized qualification - Certificate III  in Sport. Senior students of the academy also have the opportunity of completing the  Level 0 and Level 1 Umpiring Course, Sports Medicine Accreditation and a Senior First Aid Certificate.

The Facilities


The practical component of the course is conducted at the international standard Perth Hockey Stadium.  This stadium was the venue of the 2002 Women’s World Cup and is situated adjacent to the college grounds. The program continues to attract fee paying international students who wish to further their skills set by participating in the program and  experiencing the state-of-the-art facilities

A state of the art gymnasium and fitness centre on the school grounds provides excellent training and indoor hockey facilities as well as ample security storage for the student’s gear and specialized equipment.

 

The Coaching Expertise


Our Academy staff are nationally accredited coaches and provide a wealth of experience and expertise through their life-long involvement with hockey at state, national and international levels. The Academy accesses specialist staff from Hockey WA and the Australian Institute of Sport ensuring the students receive the highest level of coaching available in the state if not the nation

Talented Players


Over a considerable period of time the Hockey Academy has produced over 150 state and national representatives in both indoor and outdoor hockey. As further evidence of the success that is the Como Hockey Academy numerous past students have achieved Australian Institute of Sport and Hockeyroos membership.

This elite group of talented hockey students is selected state-wide by a trial conducted at the Perth Hockey Stadium. If interested, the application documentation attached should be forwarded with all the necessary documentation to the Special Programs Coordinator at the college

Applications

The Specialist Hockey Program is designed for students with hockey playing ability who are able to concentrate and willingly apply new information when being coached. Since hockey demands excellent co-operation and adherence to complex plays and instructions, an ability and commitment to learn and behave appropriately is also required. Tours and representative play mean that students sometimes miss school, thus applicants must be academically capable and have the ability keep up in other subjects. Students are expected to remain in the program until they successfully graduate from Como Secondary College in Year 12. Both the practical trial and hockey club reference will be used to assess playing ability and coachability.

The school reference and report, the hockey club reference, and behaviour at the trial will be used to assess ability to work co-operatively and behave appropriately. School reports, and academic results must show at least average results. Family and teachers may also be interviewed.

Please forward a completed application form in this booklet and return it with all other required paper work to the Special Programs Officer at Como Secondary College, Bruce Street, Como WA 6152

The following MUST accompany your application:

  • A passport sized photo,
  • Most recent school report,
  • Hockey club reference, a
  • A Statement of personal information briefly detailing hockey interest, achievements, future goals and objectives

Hockey Application Forms

Mon, 08 Sep 2008 - Fri, 12 Sep 2008
Mon, 08 Sep 2008 - Tue, 09 Sep 2008
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