Team Selection
Wales National Team Selection
The selection process for Wales National team sets out the process and criteria for National Team Seclection.
Summary:
All candidates must meet the eligibility criteria
All candidates must complete the Expression of Interest form
,Selection will be led by the National Coaches (Wales National Padel Pathway partners) supported by the Team Manager
Selection Criteria:
FIP-sanctioned competitions (including FIP Ranking), LTA graded competitions (including LTA Ranking*), Previous Four Nation Event results, Other relevant domestic or international events
LTA tournaments are the most important in this case as it is expected anyone representing Wales to be competing in LTA tournaments.
The selection panel may also consider:
Current form and consistency, Commitment, professionalism, and preparation, Compatibility and contribution to team dynamics, Physical condition and match fitness, Conduct during previous Welsh or home nation representation, Any other factors relevant to the team’s success
South Wales County Team Selection
Summary:
All candidates must meet the LTA County Eligibility Criteria
All candidates must complete the Expression of Interest form
Selection for South Wales Padel County Team will follow the key principles set out in the National Team Selection process (see above).
Selection Criteria:
FIP-sanctioned competitions (including FIP Ranking), LTA graded competitions (including LTA Ranking*), Previous County Championship performance, Other relevant domestic or international events
The selection panel may also consider:
Current form and consistency, Commitment, professionalism, and preparation, Compatibility and contribution to team dynamics, Physical condition and match fitness, Conduct during previous Welsh or home nation representation, Any other factors relevant to the team’s success
North Wales County Team Selection
Summary: To be formalised asap