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High School coaches at the Tony Burrowes Hockey Programme go through some of their tactics as they prepare for the start of a recent training session at the Mona Hockey Field.Carl Spence, Gleaner Writer
THE TONY Burrowes Junior Hockey Programme wound down yesterday after a month-long stint at the Mona Hockey Field.
The programme, organised by the Jamaica Hockey Federation (JHF) and sponsored by the family of the late Burrowes and the Ministry of Health's promotions division, attracted players and coaches from schools across the island.
In its third year, the programme set out to teach youngsters between the ages of 10 and 15 and coaches from various secondary schools the basic skills and tactics of the game.
According to Michelle Holt, vice president of JHF and organiser of the programme, it continues to be a bold step in developing the sport in the country.
PROMOTED GROWTH OF HOCKEY
The programme, which ran from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. on Saturdays and Wednesdays, promoted growth of hockey in Jamaica but its primary focus this year was to educate the students about "life-related issues".
Dr. Scott Fisher, a representative from the Ministry of Health's promotions division, used an hour of each day to talk with the players about 'Basic Life Skills'.
They included: handling sexual feelings, anger management, developing moral values, decision making/problem solving and empathy.
After yesterday's final session two $10,000 scholarships were issued to the male and female player who displayed outstanding ability on the field. The recipients were Keon Reid and Dannett Russell.
Also, 12 coaches were given Youth Level One coaching certificates at the end of the programme.
