Focus Team Programme

Supporting high performance teams.

The focus team programme has been created to support teams who have clear performance ambitions within their competitions. Focus teams and their players will benefit from a support network to them help achieve their performance goals.

Eligibility

Teams looking to apply to be part of the Focus Team Programme must:

Be a minimum of Tier 1 or equivalent depending on the sport
Have no formal disciplinary complaints
Have a coach and committee who support the teams culture, performance, wellbeing and development
Have squad members who display an outstanding level of commitment
Be financially sustainable
Have completed CSDP 23/24
Have clear performance goals
Be performance focused

Teams must meet the essential criteria outlined above, however meeting this criteria does not guarantee teams will be awarded Focus Team Status. Applications will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will be at the discretion of the department.

Applications deadline for the 2024/25 academic year are closed

What are the benefits?

Access to performance development workshops
Opportunity for Strength & Conditioning Support: Level of support dependent on commitment levels
Training sessions: Opportunity for extra training sessions for pre-season
Discounted gym access: Discounted Qmotion Sport & Fitness Centre Membership
Logistics support: Help with BUCS entries, admin, and travel arrangements
Publicity: Extra publicity around the team e.g. social media and dedicated webpage
Student athlete recruitment opportunities