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

Athletics NZ High Performance Primary Contact:

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)

After 1-2 years of limited/no progression with consideration of individual circumstances (injury/relocation etc).

*Click on athlete’s name to view bio/ranking profile*

HPSNZ Support Level:	Athlete	Event(s)	Location	Coach
Confirmation	Isabel Neal	400m	Auckland	James Mortimer
Confirmation	Tiaan Whelpton	100m	Christchurch
Confirmation	Nick Palmer	Shot Put	Christchurch	Hayden Hall
Confirmation	James Preston	800m	Wellington	Evan Cooper
Confirmation	Ethan Olivier	Triple Jump	Overseas	Wikus Olivier
Confirmation	Tapenisa Havea	Shot Put/Discus	Overseas
Confirmation	James Harding	800m	Overseas
Confirmation	Shay Veitch	Long Jump	Dunedin	Michael Beable
Confirmation	Welre Olivier	Triple Jump	Overseas	Wikus Olivier