Development

Want to help the OKA develop korfball in the county? There are two ways you can get involved...

Individual Development

All of the clubs in the OKA train on a weekly basis with the aim of improving the standard of play of all of their members. Most clubs have two or more teams so there will be a chance for both new players and those with more experience to develop. The clubs compete in the local OKA league and may also enter the BKA cup. The BKA cup gives the clubs a chance to play against other club teams from around the country.

The OKA also co-ordinates an area team to compete in the BKA’s Inter Area Cup. This competition allows players to compete at a higher level than their own local league against different competition. The tournament is normally held over one or two days during the season. The OKA holds training sessions in the lead up to the tournament for anyone who wishes to be considered for the team. Further details of training sessions will be announced when dates and times are known and all registered OKA players are eligible to play.

In the Summer, the BKA organises an Inter County tournament in which Oxfordshire enters a team. Players for this are drawn from all clubs in the county, although they must either live in the county or have been born in Oxfordshire. Teams from Buckinghamshire and Berkshire have also been organised by OKA members allowing players with links to those counties to play as well. Training sessions for these teams are held in the run up to the tournament.

Club Development

The OKA has at its core an increase in the number of clubs playing korfball in the county. We have increased this from two in 1999 to five today, and we want to increase it further in the future. If you are interested in getting involved in the setting-up of new clubs, or the running of those which already exist, then there's always work to be done. Contact us if you've got a brilliant idea, or for details of what projects currently require people to help out.

Youth Korfball

The BKA has recently launched its Year of Youth to try to increase the number of children and young people playing the sport. The OKA committee are keen to try to start junior korfball in schools in Oxfordshire, so if you are interested in starting or helping with a school team, or know someone who is, get in touch.

Referee Development

As with any sport, games cannot take place without a referee. All clubs are asked to provide referees for the OKA League and support is provided for anyone who would like to train as referee or gain more experience. If you would like to get involved in this vital side of the sport, speak to existing refs at your club and maybe have a go during training. Annual sessions are held before the start of the league season for anyone who will be refereeing to discuss changes to the rules and provide assistance and advice in the ways of the ref! As always, feel free to get in touch if you want to find out how you can get involved.