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What's on |
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Want to know what's on this week?
For sporting events and information, plus links to other great Manawatu sites
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Massey Student, James Betts, won the NZ Amateur Strokeplay title on the weekend with rounds of 72, 67, 72, and 68. This event is the 3rd biggest title available to NZ golfers and gives James an entry into the New Zealand Open at the end of the year.
Robert Eastham has returned from the World Cup Qualifier (for Olympics) in Beijing and achieved what was required of him by NZ Shooting Federation, it is now up to the NZ Olympic Committee and ISSF to decide now if Rob will get the spot on the NZ team to Beijing Olympics.
Russell Packer, 18, makes his debut for the Warriors this weekend against Camberra in the NRL.
Manawatu’s Samantha Michael picked up three gold medals at the Oceania speed skating championships.
Alana Clapperton, 11, was named Junior Rider of the Year at the Horse of the Year show in March 08.
Horowhenua College 1st XV rugby player & captain, U16 Rep. player 2007, U18 Rep. player 2008 Codie Taylor has been chosen in the New Zealand U17 Rugby Team 2008.
First year Massey students Ryan Groen and Kelly O’Donnell have placed econd in the National barefoot waterski championships.
Top Manawatu competition recurve archer, Amanda Hume, has won the Ladies FITA gold medal in the recurve bow division of the 2008 North Island Target Archery Championships.
Several Manawatu Skaters named in the NZ Speed Team heading to the World Championship in Spain in September: K Dobbin, S Dobbin, P Michael, DJ Nation, B Judd (junior), K Hughes (junior) and S Michael (junior).
Tutere Durie, 12yrs old has made the NZ Junior Boys tennis team to compete in the World Junior Tennis Competition in Shenzen, China in April.
We want to hear about the many great achievements of our local athletes, teams, coaches, officials and volunteers.
If you've got some news to share please email the details to Carol Bateman. |
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Sport Events Calendar 2008 |
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Check out the Sport Events Calendar containing the dates of most sport events in the region throughout 2008.
Download a copy of the calendar. |
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Sport Events Assistance Fund |
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If you’re organising a local sports event that will enhance community well-being and attract visitors to the region you could be eligible for the Sports Events Assistance Fund.
Take a look at the following forms to see if your event is eligible:
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If you are looking for a club or activity to join this season please click here
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Coach Learning Opportunities |
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Many sports within the Manawatu, Horowhenua and Tararua regions are currently holding learning opportunities for coaches.
Click here for the latest coach development calendar and find out what is available.
If you're unable to download the calendar, please contact Ian Robinson on (06) 357 5349 or ian.robinson@sportmanawatu.org.nz for course details. |
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Takin it 2 the Streetz |
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Sport Manawatu thought it was about time something was run in Palmerston North for young people. So we have got together and organised one of the best days out any teen will see this year. We have touched base with people from all around New Zealand and proudly bring to you “Takin it 2 the Streetz”. This event incorporates a skating competition with guest appearances from such skaters as Sean Cupples and Chey Ataria, krumping competitions with music being performed by the crew from Doughboy Records and a streetball comp with guest MC Brendan Pongia, Jets players, and Turbo Rugby Players to challenge.
Click here for more info
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Fundamental Movement Skills |
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Physical Education New Zealand is holding a ‘Developing Fundamental Movement Skills’ workshop in Palmerston North on 12 May. This is an ideal opportunity for coaches of all sports, parents and teachers to learn how to support the skill development of children aged 5-12 years. It will explain how to include fundamental movement skills within coaching programmes. It will also provide guiding principles, resources, activity examples and teaching tips.
Click here for an official ‘Developing Fundamental Skills’ workshop brochure.
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The Changing Face of Coach Development |
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The framework for coach development in New Zealand continues to go through significant changes. Sport and Recreation New Zealand (SPARC) has been leading the shift by providing National Sports Organisations with funding, support and course related information and resources.
Click here for information and links
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'Connecting Coaches' Presentations |
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Are you a coach?
Would you like to view PowerPoint presentations that cover the latest coaching ideas and philosophies?
If you answered yes...
Click here to view top national and international coach presentations from the recent 'Connecting Coaches' Convention.
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