Introduction Document
The Utah Athletic Foundation created an Introduction Document which outlines the goals and process to develop a Utah Model based on the principles of Long-Term Athlete Development. The document was handed out at the 2009 Utah Sport Summit and is available for download here.
Utah Sport for Life will represent:
- A philosophy that creates tools for change and a pathway to develop athletes and participants.
- Equal opportunity for recreation and competition.
- A way of identifying the current gaps in the sport system and providing guidelines for problem solving and collaboration.
- A framework for full sport system alignment that integrates health and education with sport and physical activity.
- Practical coaching experiences and proven scientific principles.
- A way of promoting and developing an active, healthy lifestyle for Utah's youth.
The Next Step: Success through Collaboration
The Utah Athletic Foundation is excited by the opportunity to further collaborate on a project that not only streamlines our winter sport athlete pipelines, but also nurtures a community of lifelong athletes. The creation of this document and gatherings like the 2009 Sports Summit are simply the first steps in the process of reviewing and redefining the way we, as a community, shape our youth in sport.
The success of defining a “Utah model” depends on every stake holder’s commitment to making it work. Continued discussions and learning from one another as we put Utah Sport for Life strategies into practice, can only strengthen the overall system. We hope that you are interested in joining us.
The Utah Athletic Foundation will utilize meetings, summits, and the distribution of a future
Utah Sport for Life resource guide (targeted for a December 2009 completion) as a means to outline added details of our discussions with a broadened network of organizations throughout Utah. Through these gatherings and a shared dialogue, a prioritized list of actionable projects and pilot programs will be assembled. Your input and involvement in the creation of this prioritized set of actions plans is crucial. We encourage you to be an active member in the process and to continuously provide us feedback as we go. Thank you in advance for your help in this process.
At the Utah Athletic Foundation, we have set clear goals but know we cannot achieve them without your help.
Your assistance is requested. We kindly ask you to:
- Complete a Survey
We would like to hear your thoughts and perspectives on what you feel works well – or not so well – in sports, recreation, and health-related programs in Utah. We would also like your feedback regarding what you like about the Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) concepts and the idea of creating a Utah Sport for Life Model. Please complete the survey by October 31st.
- Share the Introduction Document with Others
If you know of anyone who might be interested in joining this effort, please encourage them to contact us. Everyone’s input is welcome. Please download the document here.
- Keep the Feedback Coming
Beyond completing the survey and helping us connect with others, know that we are looking forward to follow-up communications and meetings to better partner with you on common interests. We ask that you regularly provide us input, with special emphasis on the creation of strategies and program ideas before the end of this calendar year.
- Work Together in 2010 and Beyond
Once actionable strategies are defined, we will look for your assistance in implementing them.
Please direct all questions and further coordination efforts to:
Alison Butz, Utah Athletic Foundation Sport Development Director - alison.butz@olyparks.com or 435-658-4203
Colin Hilton, Utah Athletic Foundation President/CEO - colin.hilton@olyparks.com or 435-658-4227
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