We have been working closely with Waibop Football and NZ Football to get our Full TDP (Talent Development Programme) Accreditaion complete. This has now been Finalised and we are officially a TDP club. This will give us access to NRFL Youth League competitions however there are changes coming to the NRFL Leagues in 2027 which we are Holding for before entering these leagues.
The Talent Development Programme is overseen by our OFC/NZF B Licence qualified Director of Football Jack Boland, and delivered by our qualified academy coaches.
We will be competing in the WaiBOP Federation leagues in the 2026 season for the following age groups:
U13, U14, U16 Mixed Teams (Games played Sundays)
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U13-U16 TDP (Federation Youth) Teams
Sundays
TDP teams are created for players who demonstrate a higher level of aspiration, ability, commitment, and ambition, and interest in being in a more competitive and learning-focused environment.
During the season, players will have three-four weekly contacts: two-three session with our TDP Coaches, and SUNDAY league games. They will also take part in friendly matches arranged in both the pre-season and post-season periods
All players selected for the TDP Programme will be considered for end-of-year tournaments.
Term 1 TDP ID Sessions
Location: Fergusson Park
Time: 5pm-6pm
Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays for three weeks, beginning 10th February ending 26th February. (teams selected by start of March)
Requirement: Players must attend at least 3 of the 6 sessions to be considered for selection.
Our goal for 2026 is to have two TDP teams in each age group, ensuring strong development pathways and opportunities for all players.
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When & Where in 2026
2026 Season Starts: 3rd May (Pre-season games will be scheduled from March)
All HOME games are played at Fergusson Park, Tilby Drive, Matua.
The programme forms a key part of our development pathway. Players involved in the programme will also receive:
Coaching Curriculum
A holistic football programme developing all key moments of the game. Suitably catered ensuring each phase of development is age appropriate and individually maximized.
Performance Tools
Player management tools ensuring players understand what is needed in the present and future on and off the field to develop holistically, from injury prevention to workload management and nutrition.
Tournaments and Tours
A key objective of our programme is developing the person not just the player. Our tournaments and tours form a key part of this with a minimum of one event per year for the players to be able to head away showcase their talent on a national stage as well as gain meaningful experiences on and off the field.
Individual Player Feedback
Reporting system from both the coach and player to track progress throughout the season.
For more information on our OFC TDP programme please contact Jack Boland on fdo@otumoetaifootball.co.nz
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