Posts Tagged ‘talent id’
The oxymoronic Talent Pathway
How did people get good at sports before the existence of pathways and ‘talent’ academies? If you read biographies of a previous generation of sporting superstars there is usually a mention of a dedicated p.e. teacher or coach at a local sports club. Children discovered their love for the sport locally and affordably. They might…
Read MoreGood enough is big enough
Two of the athletes I train have recently had selection issues because of their height with new coaches discriminating against them, in 2 different sports. Both athletes are strong, but need to develop more power and quickness. That isn’t the reason they are having difficulty. Both are very bright, with good game sense and are tough. Those things are difficult to coach. They are also qualities that are difficult to gauge on first meeting.
Read MoreThe Talent ID Bun Fight
“I feel pressurised as a parent to choose between sports for my daughters”.
Said a concerned Mum at a recent workshop.
She is far from alone. Well meaning, but concerned, parents are being asked to ferry their children from “selection camp” to “regional centre” to “talent pathway nuclei” (O.K. I made that last one up).
Read MoreDo you want to Run Faster?
Talent ID- The Australian Myth: Paula Jardine
Physiology tests don’t identify talent.
The idea that physical abilities tests can predict talent is now so pervasive that I’m beginning to lose track of the number of times I’m asked by athletes who’ve completed physiology tests what sports the tests suggest they’d be good at.
How to get fit for tennis
On Monday we looked at the demands of tennis, now we look at putting that into practice. With a nation inspired by British hopes at Wimbledon, start getting fit now.
How can I get fit for tennis?
Start with flexibility and build from there. Every player needs to have a foundation of mobility and flexibility to build upwards from. This needs to be worked on regularly, not something that is done once a week or when you feel tight.
Read MoreHow can I sprint quicker?
Speed kills…
Almost every athlete needs to sprint quickly in their sport, those who do it quicker, beat their opponents. Putting aside the need for braking and change of direction, pure sprint speed is a useful asset.
Read More“Talent” Books debunked: Nature and Nurture are both needed.
What happens when Journalists tackle science?
A number of books have appeared recently in the USA and the UK purporting to explain the development of talent and excellence in the sporting and business environments. A common feature of these books is that they are written by journalists,who attempt to deal with complex scientific concepts.
How to get faster: working with young athletes
How can I get faster?
One of the questions I get asked most. There are two main parts to the answer:
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