The High Schools Bursary Programme provides support for some of our most outstanding athletes at a national level. The programme is designed to encourage both academic and athletic performance. The initial entry for the 2019 Programme is from Grade 8-9, and WPA will support these Athletes for their high school career, however a mandatory application will have to be made each year.
Objectives
This programme is designed to ensure that the Federation supports and retains its best high school going athletes.
To ensure performing athletes enter in the WPA Development and High-Performance plan for the foreseeable future.
Ensure athletes are supported both Athletically and Academically
Eligibility
To be eligible for inclusion, athletes need to be part of WPA Schools/Clubs (Cape Metropole), 13-15.
Criteria (TO BE CONFIRMED)
Current/Former National Medalists (Dating 1-2 years back)
Exceed Benchmark times (Avg 5th place dating 3 years back) TO BE CONFIRMED
50% Grade Average
ASA Top 10 Ranking List
Athletes will need to complete an Athlete Capacity Template
Outcomes
Improved performance of the athlete on the Field as well as in the classroom
Steppingstone for future senior/tertiary phase of sporting and academic life.
Athlete Retention
Athletes form part of a pathway from Junior into tertiary and senior level
The following support will be on offer:
Athlete Equipment (Attire and Actual Equipment
Nutrition
School Fees
Coaching Fees
Travelling Fees
Medical Assistance
Educational Needs (Stationery, School Attire, extra lessons, etc)
Assistance with placement at school (where needed)