January2013

Coaches of Ontario - Coaches Conference- What to Coach

January 31, 2013

Toronto, ON

Softball Ontario, Coaches Association of Ontario host NCCP Competition- Introduction, Softball What to Coach

TORONTO, ON - Softball Ontario is pleased to announce its partnership with the Coaches Association of Ontario to host a National Coaching Certification Program Competition-Introduction, Softball (What to Coach) on February 23-24, 2013.
 
The National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) is a coach training and certification program for 66 different sports and is offered is both official languages across Canada. NCCP workshops are designed to meet the needs of all types of coaches, from a first-time coach to the head coach of the national team. The NCCP is recognized as the national standard for coach training and certification in Canada. As a part of the program, all coaches are trained in ethical decision-making and sport safety. Softball Ontario is the provider of the NCCP Program for the sport of Softball in the Province of Ontario.
Both Organizations have joined forces to offer NCCP Context: Competition - Introduction, Softball – What to Coach 16 hours (1st weekend of 3 weekends).
 
If your team is participating in an U14 and above Provincial Championships for Provincial Women’s Softball Association or Ontario Amateur Softball Association or Softball Canada Canadian Championship, or Ontario Rural Softball Association for Ontario Summer Games, this clinic is the first stage of the requirements.
 
The goals of this course are to promote fun, fitness, fundamentals and performance among the beginning and intermediate coaches who are either coaching youths and/or adults. What to Coach - 17.5 hours (1st Weekend) How to Coach - 16 hours (2nd Weekend) On-Field Evaluation - 2 hours (3rd Weekend) Preparation - 6 hours
 
This course replaced the Level 1 and Level 2 Technical/Practical and Theory courses of the old knowledge based program. An evaluation is required as well.
Softball Ontario and the Coaching Association of Ontario are looking to recruit a minimum of twelve (12) Softball coaches by February 15, 2013 in order to host this clinic in 2013, so please apply today!
 
The Coaching Association of Ontario will continue to accept applications after the deadline providing the minimum of twelve (12) participants have registered. Details of the clinic include:
Dates: February 23-24, 2013 Location: Hamilton Convention Centre 1 Summer's Lane Hamilton, Ontario L8P 4Y2 Clinic Timelines: Saturday, February 23, 2013 9:00 am- 6:00 pm Sunday, February 24, 2013 9:00- 6:00 pm
Cost: $175.00 (HST included)- Eligible for Quest for Gold Bursary
To register for the NCCP What to Coach Clinic can be found under the following link: http://www.cvent.com/events/2013-ontario-coaches-conference/event-summary-75070d869d334ffc812f7b1defe69cd3.aspx
Accommodations:  The Sheraton Hamilton Hotel is a City Centre landmark, with spectacular panoramic views and all the conveniences of downtown within steps. Surrounded by Jackson Square Mall, Hamilton Convention Centre, the Art Gallery of Hamilton, and Copps Coliseum entertainment venue with world-class concerts and sporting events.
Traditional Guestrooms - $109 a night plus applicable taxes (Parking - $9.99 a night)
To reserve your room online click here or call 1-800-514-7101 and quote "Coach2"
Softball Ontario and the Coaching Association of Ontario, are pleased to offer this opportunity to softball coaches who will directly benefit coaches wishing to continue their coach education and certification to obtain their coach education requirements. Ontario is putting its best efforts forward to prepare Coaching for upcoming events such as Provincial championships, Canadian Championships and the Canada Games.
 
A special thank you is necessary to the Quest for Gold Lottery, which was established through the Ontario Government, specifically the Ministry of Health Promotions & Sport and the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation, softball coaches across Ontario can choose from a variety of affordable packages to suit their needs and schedule. Coaches wish to complete their What to Coach Clinic at the Coaching Association of Ontario Coaches Conference, are encourage to visit http://www.coachesontario.ca for more details.
If you have any questions on applying for the Competition-Introduction, Softball What to Coach clinic, please contact Stephanie Sutton via email at ssutton@softballontario.ca or 416-426-7150.
If you have any question regarding registering for the Competition-Introduction, Softball What to Coach clinic or the Coaches Conference, please contact Jessica Taggio, jessica@coachesontario.ca or 416-426-7086.
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