Which centre will they train at?Good evening.
I have 15yld twins that have just been selected into the JGP and I believe it is a fantastic concept. The duration and intensity of the program is certainly going to test the resolve of many a player, especially with only a short break at Christmas.
As for the selection precess, well I'm happy to know that they were being watched in games prior to their selection unlike in some competitions where you have selectors spending just a short period at one game before moving on to another. I video every game that my sons play in and after hours of watching and editing I have a fair idea of both the skills and weaknesses of the players in their age group. The camera doesn't lie and sometimes what you thought you saw during a match turns out to be completely different.
As we progress through the program I will be happy to keep you posted with my thoughts.
Which centre will they train at?
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Good luck to your fine sons TC !!!Thank you Whatever and WoodRat.
Hopefully, I will have nothing controversial to say
How many JGS centres in Queensland?
Some aspects of junior gold still need to be fixed. There were some bias decisions in this years junior gold u15 squad. an example is 3 queensland players missed out on it but someone who didnt even make brisbane city made it? At the moment I reckon politics is still too big in junior rugby and it needs to be fixed young talent is going unnoticed because of this and we could be missing out on some future stars
Making QLD shouldn't be a ticket into the gold squad. A lot of talented boys miss out on the state champs that clearly should have been picked and therefore don't get the opportunity to be considered for QLD selection.
For example BJRU rep selectors watch only 1 game and then PVP game is played for the final team selection. On top of this, some of these selectors will go with the big ball runners and big hitters over the more technically skilled and high work rates. This happens far too often. Not fair either for the big boys that get found out later but maybe reflects on their lack of development/ coaching.
There are at least 4 players that didn't make the inaugural Brisbane City U14 that I expect should make the Junior Gold Squad. As they say the cream rises to the top.
Were there many likely GPS first XV players there?About 200 boys (aged 14-17) in attendance at Kings this morning for the induction of the Sydney based participants in the 2012-13 Junior Gold Squad. Boys will be splitting into their specific training venue groups from next week (at either Kings, Scots or Knox) with 6 more Sunday sessions prior to Christmas and a further 9 sessions recommencing from late January.
at the moment and for some time there is a large area of the main Scots oval fenced off - looks like a construction fence.The program induction was very well presented. It was interesting that the point was made that they are not looking for the most talented kids now, that could win an under 15/16 tournament, but kids that can progress / feed into the system at 22 yrs old.
The emphasis on Sevens rugby was also very interesting. This could be an excellent pathway toll ok at.
My boy is looking forward to going out to Scott's next week.
I am guessing but given the public service nature of that characters posts it may not be appropriate for CTPE to replyWere there many likely GPS first XV players there?
It seems everyone here is very happy, given the thread is meant to be about selection unfairness it could be that the net cast for this mob has been very wide. I have noticed in previous posts that some have felt a little too wide. This as does many socialist Ideas nobles the top performers and turns a good Idea into a great leveller. Those that are looking to develop their game are slowed by those that cant catch.
is the program about developing players or disciples
I am guessing but given the public service nature of that characters posts it may not be appropriate for CTPE to reply
whether they are likely or potential you may find those players are more likely to be with the national God squad and not this Junior gold squad or whatever they are called
It seems everyone here is very happy, given the thread is meant to be about selection unfairness it could be that the net cast for this mob has been very wide. I have noticed in previous posts that some have felt a little too wide. This as does many socialist Ideas nobles the top performers and turns a good Idea into a great leveller. Those that are looking to develop their game are slowed by those that cant catch.
is the program about developing players or disciples
The simple fact is that it is extremely difficult with a 14 y.o. to predict where they will finish up. So much of the difference between a gifted 14/15 y.o. and a good adult footballer is in the head and heart. This makes prediction in most cases difficult.