strategic

plan

2019 - 2022

That Australia is a top 10 international boxing nation Australian Boxing is united, respected within thecommunity, is inspiring and with ever growing participation.

vision

To have a successful High Performance Program To have strong, growing Member Associations To increase community engagement

mission

Collaboration Leadership InclusivityRespect & Integrity Participant Safety

& Wellbeing

The boxing community

is committed

to working together in

the best interests of the

sport

All participants in

boxing and the general

community are treated

with respect and

dignity

The boxing community

is committed to

effective, open and

accountable leadership

in the interests of all

members and

participants of the

sport

The general safety and

wellbeing of all

participants, competing

boxers or otherwise, is

the highest priority

Members and

participants from all

backgrounds are

welcome and are

treated equally in a

positive environment

values

Increase the number of world-class and

potential world-class boxers in Australia

Athletes

Quality individual case management of

categorised athletes

The right athletes are categorised at the right levels, twice annually

Improvements in international results

IPP targets attained, reviewed bi annually

Service team meetings held fortnightly

Target medal opportunities

Priority boxers utilising BAL CoE

Number of athletes exposed to the CoE

AMS compliance rate and quality of AMS data used to inform planning

Create a National Athlete Pathway

Framework

National squads in place by January 2019

Increased number of athletes considered to have world-class potential

KEY OBJECTIVES kpi

Integrate personal excellence within all IPPs Personal Excellence Advisor appointed

Personal Excellence is periodically reviewed as part of the IPP process

Goal 

Increase the number of world-class

and potential world-class coaches in

Australia

coaching

Quality case management and development of

targeted national coaches

IPP targets attained, reviewed bi-annually

BAL and Regional Futures Coaches appointed

Number of coaches exposed to the BAL CoE

Number of coaches selected to international events

Deliver world-class coach education programs

Number of aspiring Australian boxing coaches undertaking Star/Level 1, 2, 3 courses

Each national coach undertakes 2+ PD activities annually

Number of female coaches exposed to BAL CoE

Create  a National Coach Pathway Framework Number of local gym visits by national coaches

State-based Futures Coaches recruited/retained

Futures Coaches feedback (survey)

KEY OBJECTIVES kpi

Goal 

Strong leadership that engenders a

performance focussed culture

Leadership

and culture

Collaborate with AIS Combat Centre to create

improved BAL High Performance Program

planning and delivery

BAL HP operational plan 2019 finalised by November 2018

BAL selection processes reformed

BAL input into establishment and reviewing of combat centre staff IPPs

Enhance the quality of relationships between

key stakeholders and system partners

Weekly performance team meetings

Annual stakeholder survey responses

Website and social media page activity

Clear and transparent policies and procedures,

including quality High Performance planning

Bi-annual review of High Performance strategy and planning documentation

Key policies reviewed and amended by High Performance Committee as necessary

Create a performance culture within and

across the High Performance Program

BAL values and behaviours established

Adherence to the BAL Code of Conduct, achievement of behaviours within IPPs

BAL CoE values and behaviours are visible within the AIS Combat Centre

KEY OBJECTIVES kpi

Goal 

Have Daily Performance Environments in Australia

that enable the development of world-class boxers

Daily

performance

environment

Enhance the quality of the Daily Performance

Environment (DPE) for all categorised athletes

IPPs reviewed twice annually

6+ weeks of camps at BAL CoE at AIS

Physical and technical testing results

Number of days of BAL coach-athlete contact

Expose Australian boxers to a variety of

international training partners and

environments

1-2 international teams at the CoE for Benchmark Event staging camps

3+ international tours for Benchmark Event staging camps

Integrated performance support services for

all categorised athletes

Performance support for BAL CoE confirmed and optimised

Performance support for decentralised athletes confirmed within IPPs and

deemed sufficient

SSSM seminars conducted at all camps

Ongoing stimulus and quality control of state-

based Futures Programs

5 state-based Futures coaches recruited

Number of national coach visits to local DPEs

Increased number of identified athletes out of state DPE programs on

BAL categorisation

Number of athletes exposed to the BAL CoE

KEY OBJECTIVES kpi

Goal 

Optimal competition exposure that builds

for peak performance at benchmark events

Competitions

Peak performance outcomes achieved at

Benchmark Events

Benchmark Event staffing strategy in place

Benchmark Event performance outcomes

Reduced weight management issues

Provide exposure to a variety of international

competition for all categorised athletes

Competition strategy in place

Number of simulated competitions in Australia

Number of international competitions/bouts as per IPP expectations

Review mechanisms are in place for all key

domestic and international competitions

Performance expectations for all competitions documented pre-event

Debriefs conducted as planned

Post-Benchmark Event review conducted with findings documented and communicated

Clear and transparent selection policies that

align to BAL's High Performance strategy

Reduced number of successful athlete selection appeals

Selection policies published on BAL website with changes

communicated early to members

KEY OBJECTIVES kpi

Goal 

Implement solutions to identified gaps

knowledge

growth

Research and innovation efforts are aligned to

performance needs, barriers and or

opportunities

Knowledge growth strategy is developed

Impact assessment of any research is rated high or better

Performance analysis becomes a key feature of High Performance

Program

Continue to invest time to explore

international trends to inform future activity

Increase in intelligence from across the world boxing community

Number of international R&J attending BAL competitions (simulated or otherwise)

KEY OBJECTIVES kpi

Goal 

KEY OBJECTIVES kpi

Increase the number of people participating

in boxing

participants

Build public awareness of opportunities to

participate in boxing

Advertising campaigns promoting amateur boxing clubs, coach/R&J

education courses and volunteer opportunities

Increased number of registered participants per year

Effective collection of participation data from

Member Associations

All Member Associations fully utilising national database

Common membership types across all Member Associations

Goal 

Explore opportunities for new participation

programs

Encourage greater diversity

Support implementation of ModBox

Development of junior boxing program

Support Member Associations to increase participation of diverse groups

KEY OBJECTIVES kpi

Support clubs to build capacity and

capability

Clubs 

Develop network for sharing information with

clubs

Implementation of an opt-in network for clubs

Increased number of clubs per year utilising national database

Implement recognition system as conduit for

club development

BAL Club Star Scheme launched

Increased number of clubs per year applying for Star recognition

Goal 

Efficient, collaborative approach to club

development

Inaugural Annual Club Week incorporating the Australian Club Championships in

2020

Increase the number, and competency of, Australian ringside officials

Involvement of R&Js with coach education courses

Foster interaction between R&Js, coaches and boxers pre-tournament

Support Member Associations to attract and retain new Ringside Doctors

Increase number of AIBA certified Ringside Doctors

ringside

officials

Provide opportunity for domestic and international R&J,

NTO/ITO, TD and RD development

KEY OBJECTIVES kpi

Strengthen relationships between R&Js with coaches and

boxers

Increase the number of Ringside Doctors

Support eligible persons to complete AIBA courses 

An R&J added to each team delegation for international tournaments (where

possible)

Involvement of R&Js at national boxing team camps

Annual National R&J Conference

Goal 

Deliver national R&J, NTO and TD education programs Establish national R&J, NTO and TD education program by end 2020

Increased number of accredited R&Js per year

Develop stronger relationships with the boxing and non-boxing community

Increase and improve media exposure

Greater engagement with community leaders

Support Member Associations to better promote tournaments

Increase promotion of national events

Community

engagement

Provide opportunity for the boxing community to

interact with BAL

Conduct BAL roadshow in each Member Association

Positively position boxing as an attractive sport

KEY OBJECTIVES kpi

Goal 

Improve communication with key stakeholders

Maintain useful and current information on BAL website

Develop a Social Media strategy

Increased engagement on social media pages

Become a financially sustainable national sporting organisation

Maintain or increase current levels of government investment

Increase non-government investment by 10+%

Conduct annual pricing review of existing programs

Compile fees and charges document

KEY OBJECTIVES kpi

Development and implementation of a Commercial Strategy

Development and distribution of sales toolkit

Collaborate with Member Associations 2 Member Forums per year

Monthly Member Association teleconference

Member Associations consulted on key strategic decisions

Share relevant information

KEY OBJECTIVES kpi

Utilise digital channels to engage with and distribute

information to the boxing community

Key stakeholders actively notified of information relevant to their role

Goal 

Communication

Commercial

Explore new commercial opportunities

Optimise and diversify income streams

Goal 

An effective national office operations

Development of an induction manual

Seek use of volunteers

Use of interns for appropriate projects

Build a positive culture throughout all levels of boxing

Policies and processes are public and transparent

Decisions made on a well-informed basis with full compliance to policies

Enhancement of commitment to good conduct

BAL and Member Association key personnel are reflective of values

BAL and Member Associations work towards common objectives

KEY OBJECTIVES kpi

Effective maintenance of corporate documents Papers and minutes circulated promptly

Regular review of Constitution and Regulations

Development of a Child Safe Sport document

Effective financial management and maintenance of

financial system

KEY OBJECTIVES kpi

Smooth transition for new employees and directors

Utilisation of volunteers where needed

Quarterly reports to board

Increased efficiency of operations

Goal 

corporate

operations

culture

Reinforce integrity in all aspects of boxing and

continually promote respect within the boxing

community

BAL and Member Associations maintain mutual values

and behaviours

Goal