Selection Policy
Clear, fair and transparent criteria for team selection at Redditch Hockey Club.
Our Selection Policy ensures fairness and transparency when forming teams across all levels of the club.
We balance player development, performance, commitment, and team needs, while promoting inclusivity and opportunity for all.
Key principles
- Selection decisions are fair, consistent and transparent
- Player welfare, development and inclusivity are prioritised
- Commitment and performance are balanced
- Communication is respectful and constructive
- Appeals process is available for grievances
What we consider
Player-related:
- Attendance at training and matches
- Performance, effort and improvement
- Attitude, teamwork and respect
- Development needs, especially for juniors
Team-related:
- Balance of squad and positions
- Strength of opposition and competition level
- Fair distribution of opportunities
- Adherence to safeguarding and welfare
How selection works
Discuss squads after training; decisions made jointly with Coaching Lead.
Teams announced by [day/time] before matches; changes explained promptly.
Pathway managed carefully; playing up/down only with agreement of Welfare and Coaching Leads.
Members can raise concerns via Coaching Lead; formal grievances follow the Disciplinary & Grievance Policy.
