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Team Selection Policy<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Purpose<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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This policy explains how East Sussex Pony Club selects members to represent the Branch in competitions. It follows Pony Club Rule 7.7 and national guidance. Our aims are to ensure selection is fair, transparent, safe, and open to all eligible members.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Disciplines Covered<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Including (but not limited to): Tetrathlon, Show Jumping, Eventing, Dressage, Triathlon, Polo, Musical Ride<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Eligibility<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Members must:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\u2022 be current East Sussex Pony Club members<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\u2022 meet Pony Club eligibility rules for level entered<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\u2022 be safe and competent at the level<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\u2022 demonstrate commitment to the Branch<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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The District Commissioner (DC) confirms eligibility and readiness.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Demonstrating Commitment<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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This may include:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\u2022 rallies, camps, or training attendance<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\u2022 team training participation<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\u2022 volunteering or Branch support<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\u2022 availability for competitions<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\u2022 communication with Team Manager<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Allowances are made for illness, exams, or justified absence.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Expression of Interest<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Members should contact the relevant Team Manager at the start of the season or when competition-ready, and keep them updated with results and availability.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Selection Process<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Teams are selected by a small committee, typically:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\u2022 District Commissioner<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\u2022 Chief Instructor<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\u2022 Team Manager<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Selection considers safety, performance, combination suitability, commitment, and team balance.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Trials & Training<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Where used:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\u2022 dates are advertised in advance<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\u2022 all eligible members may attend<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\u2022 qualified coaches are used<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\u2022 parents attend for under-18s<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Attendance may inform selection but is not the sole factor unless stated.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Selection Authority<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Once provisionally selected, the Team Manager has final authority over:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\u2022 team composition<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\u2022 rider\/pony combinations<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\u2022 roles or order<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\u2022 substitutions or changes<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\u2022 themes\/positions (Musical Ride)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Changes after qualification may occur where rules allow. All decisions are final.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Conflict of Interest<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Selectors with personal connections must withdraw. The DC appoints an impartial decision-maker. Decisions are final.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Impermissible Factors<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Selection will not be influenced by favouritism, pressure, age (outside rules), personal relationships, or external coaching choices. Except in team-only sports (e.g., Polo), members may train with any coach.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Communication<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Selections are communicated by the Team Manager. Members may request feedback. Committee discussions remain confidential.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Review<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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This policy is published and periodically reviewed by the Branch Committee.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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