Development Programmes Player Development Programmes Aiming to provide young players in the North East with supplementary coaching to that delivered at community clubs, the Under 12s and Under 14s Player Development Programme is completely open access and is based on the core principles of England Talent Pathway. Affording access to the Thunder’s first team and academy coaching teams, the Player Development Programme aims to assist the development of: Coachability – how do player behaviours and attitudes contribute to develop Mental Attributes – introducing sports psychology to the young player Game – Technical and Tactical aspects specific to Rugby League Movement – the ability of the young player to perform key movements with control and accuracy, vital for their physical literacy. Under 12 Player Development Programme dates: Saturday 10th Feb 2018 9.30am – 12.30pm Saturday 10th March 2018 10am – 12pm Saturday 14th April 2018 10am – 12pm Saturday 12th May 2018 10am – 12pm Saturday 9th June 2018 10am – 12pm Saturday 14th July 2018 10am – 12pm Under 14 Player Development Programme dates: Saturday 10th Feb 2018 10.30am – 1.30pm Saturday 3rd March 2018 10am – 12pm Saturday 7th April 2018 10am – 12pm Saturday 5th May 2018 10am – 12pm Saturday 2nd June 2018 10am – 12pm Saturday 7th July 2018 10am – 12pm There will also be 2 playing opportunities in September for those involved in the U14s PDP programme. Players wishing to attend must register in advance by emailing adam.houston@newcastle-thunder.co.uk with the following information: Name Date of Birth Community Club School Player Tel No Player Email Address Medical Requirements Special Educational Needs (SEN) Parents Name Parents Tel No Parents Email Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.