Organisational philosophy

Balance is Better in Action

13 Min

Divisions, even teams and trials: Stratifying structures at Harbour Basketball

How do you decide who plays with (and against) who? In youth sport, this is a core question which underpins many of the quintessential youth sport structures – trials, selections,...

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Balance is Better in Action

6 Min

Winning with a climate of development: Reflections on growth and success at Harbour Basketball

“Vince has left quite the legacy”, says long time Harbour Basketball CEO, John Hunt.  Today, as a result of the youth development model Vince set up at Harbour Basketball “attrition...

Sport Leaders & Administrators

3 Min

Promoting a Culture of Fairness in Your Youth Sport Organisation

All New Zealanders have the right to play sport in fair and inclusive environments. So how can we design youth sport programmes in which fairness and inclusivity are embedded —...

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Coaches

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Unpacking the Balance is Better principle – Collective Attitudinal Change

“Sport leaders, coaches, administrators, parents, and caregivers involved in youth sport must collectively lead attitudinal change.” In this video, Sport Development Consultants Alex Chiet and Hamish Rogers, unpack the Balance...

Sport Leaders & Administrators

2 Min

Let’s work together

It’s no secret we’re a fan of collaboration.  In fact, one of the key principles of Balance is Better is about “Working together” We’ve previously outlined in detail what it...

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Coaches

3 Min

There is still a race to win

Have you seen Sebastian Vettel’s retirement announcement?  It is a powerful watch.   In the four-minute video, Seb spends 90% of the time talking about who he is and what he...

Coaches

3 Min

Skill Development for All

All young people should be offered participation and skill development opportunities. In this article, Sport Development Consultant, Hamish Rogers, discusses why and how. Talent programmes. Skill centres. Academies. Extension coaching.  ...

Sport Leaders & Administrators

2 Min

Are you measuring what matters?

Looking beyond the scoreboard to define success in youth sport  In an age where youth sport is becoming more professionalised at an earlier age, it’s important we reflect on how...

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Sport Leaders & Administrators

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Unpacking the Balance is Better principle – Bold and Courageous Leadership 

“Bold and courageous leadership at national, regional and local levels is required to design and deliver quality youth sport participation and development opportunities “. In this video, Sport Development Consultants Alex Chiet and Hamish Rogers,...