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IHSAS NEWSLETTER Vol. 1 Issue 2 - 8/06/02

Current Subscribers 644 From 14 Countries

Inline Hockey Skills Scheme Update

This is the latest newsletter from the IHA Skills Award Scheme Web site to which you are subscribed

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In this issue.......

1.An apology
2.An overview of the IHA Skills Award Scheme
3.A view from the club scene
4.Future issues

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1. An apology

The original intention was for this newsletter to be published on a monthly basis. Existing subscribers will be well aware that this hasn't happened!! but this hasn't been down to a 'couldn't be bothered' attitude, quite the opposite in fact. For the last 6 months, IHSAS have been heavily involved in establishing a coach training service organisation, IHCTS.

IHCTS runs a coach training program and has recently been working with Sportscoach UK in writing the Technical Definition for the sport of inline hockey. The T.D. is now a live document, having been approved by SPRITO, and allows coaches to work towards NVQ Level 2 in Sports Coaching using inline hockey as the base sport. Further details about IHCTS can be found at their web site www.ihcts.co.uk were you will also find details of upcoming courses. Visit the site and join the mailing list to be kept up to date on developments.

2. An overview of the IHA Skills Award Scheme web site

The IHSAS web site has got something for everyone who is interested in grass roots development of the sport of inline hockey. Registration to the Scheme couldn't be simpler and is made through the renowned Worldpay secure credit card server. Complete details of the Scheme and how to register can be found by clicking.... www.ihsas.com/scheme.htm

All the clubs and Local Authorities and International Associations who are registered on the Scheme have their own page. Is yours registered? Find out more...www.ihsas.com/members.htm

Links to the latest coaching and league/tournament software can be found here...www.ihsas.com/software.htm

There is a specific section where a selection of manuals and books are recommended for the discerning coach, player and parent. 18 books are currently recommended and include 'Coaching Youth Hockey' and 'The ABC of Coaching' in the Coaching Books section, 'Hockey Drills for Puck Control' in the Drills section and also some novels for that ideal present. All the books can be purchased through any of the 5 Amazon book store sites around the World with links to all 5 with the usual famous Amazon discounts. Click here for further information...www.ihsas.com/resources.htm

For the kids (young or old!) there is a selection of online hockey games which you can play and rate. Your favourites will stay and the ones you don't like will be dumped and replaced with others. Are you a 'Slapshot Superstar' or a 'Goalie Guru'?. Click here to find out...www.ihsas.com/games.htm

3. A view from the club scene

If you would like your club, league or association featured in a forthcoming edition, then please email news@ihsas.com

Your report doesn't have to be about the Skills Scheme, it can include anything you want and don't forget, at the moment the newsletter goes out to people in 14 different countries around the World!

4. FUTURE ISSUES

Will include the latest clubs to register on the Skills Award Scheme.

Do you have a hockey tip? The next issue will feature some of your best tips. Get your name in the newsletter and send in your tip to news@ihsas.com

Coaches Corner - Coaching manuals, can you recommend a good coaching manual as a general reference book? Let the World know what your favourite is by emailing news@ihsas.com

That's all for now - don't forget to send your info for inclusion in future issues

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