Focus is on working with another player. The emphasis remains on training and skill development with competition being used to test and refine skills.

The recommended age group for County Academies is 14-16+ years, however age range is flexible to cater for individual needs and maturation.

County Academies in the South West:

• Avon: Bristol
• Cornwall: Truro
• Devon: Exeter
• Dorset: Bournemouth & Blandford
• Gloucester
• Jersey
• Somerset: Street
• Wiltshire: Swindon

 Interested in being a County Academy coach? Please contact the Regional Development Coach in your area.

Additional opportunities for County Academy Athletes:

• TeamBath CSL and NTL match observation: 6th March 2010
• County Academy Festival: 27th March 2010