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Performance Potential Squad (PPS)
For more established athletes preparing for the demands of entering the high performance environment; and are tracking towards or demonstrating the potential to perform with distinction at senior pinnacle competitions at some stage throughout their career.
Stage of Development:
Preparing for High Performance
Athlete Age:
Approximately 18-22 years old
Support Numbers:
Approximately 5-10 athletes
Programme Selection Guidelines:
Selection based on Performance Potential. Achieving or realistically tracking towards the Athletics NZ High Performance Level Guidelines.
Athlete Selection Timeframes:
Twice per year – Post New Zealand domestic season (April-May) and post international season (Oct-Dec)
Programme Review Timelines:
1-2 reviews yearly, post domestic season and international season de-briefs/reviews
Programme Exit:
After progression to the Elite Performance Squad (EPS)
or
After 1-2 years of limited/no progression with consideration of individual circumstances (injury/relocation etc).
Athletics NZ Available Support
- Individual Development and Campaign planning support
- Campaign funding support on a case by case basis
- Season de-brief and review
- Relevant Athletics NZ High Performance camps (PDS/Event Group)
High Performance Sport NZ Available Support
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Current PPS Athletes
*Click on athlete’s name to view bio/ranking profile*
HPSNZ Support Level: | Athlete | Event(s) | Location | Coach | Club |
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Confirmation | Isabel Neal | 400m | Auckland | Â James Mortimer | Â |
Confirmation | Tiaan Whelpton | 100m | Christchurch | Â | Â |
Confirmation | Nick Palmer | Shot Put | Christchurch | Â Hayden Hall | Â |
Confirmation | James Preston | 800m | Wellington | Â Evan Cooper | Â |
Confirmation | Ethan Olivier | Triple Jump | Overseas | Â Wikus Olivier | Â |
Confirmation | Tapenisa Havea | Shot Put/Discus | Overseas | Â | Â |
Confirmation | James Harding | 800m | Overseas | Â | Â |
Confirmation | Shay Veitch | Long Jump | Dunedin | Michael Beable | Â |
Confirmation | Welre Olivier | Triple Jump | Overseas | Wikus Olivier | Â |