Raj said the junior representative coaches were either New Zealand Cricket-qualified coaches or had played cricket to a high level and were undergoing their NZ certification. The coaches maintain the same athlete-centred philosophy throughout the age groups where the needs of each athlete come first.
As such the environment created includes:
Is challenging and fun
Is safe and encourages a sense of belonging
Encourages excellence in performance
Fosters participation, skill development and teamwork.
Develops well-rounded individuals who are confident, creative, accountable, set personal goals and are good decision-makers - the emphasis was on fair play and upholds the "Spirit of Cricket".
"In the approach to coaching, coaches can ask questions, set up situations which encourage players to solve problems and can share the ownership of the team by allowing players to have a role in decision making.
"The result of such an approach will be players who feel valued and respected, are innovative, self-aware and less coach dependent. Cricket Wanganui Coaching is about developing better people who in turn will be better cricketers."
