Mental Attitude
April 21, 2008
In this months feature article we have a look at the Mental Attitude of athletes and what impact it has on their performance.
This feature was supplied by Dr Laurie Prosser and was written by Victor Krunrlick
“Athletic records continue to soar, and one hears outstanding professional athletes of the past claim that they could not make the grade today.”
The quality of mind is called PRIDE
April 21, 2008
Personal pride .
All great athletes have been driven by pride, but there is a difference between ego and pride. Ego can dri ve a man to shine; to star at times. Ego drive can lift you to flashes of brilliance, particularly if everything is going well -but ego-strength compared to the strength of pride is a bubble which can pop quite easily.
Team Rules (Basic)
April 19, 2008
These are a few basic team rules (ideas) to incorporate with your game plan.
Formulating Game Plan (Part 3)
April 18, 2008
Looking at positions, skills and objectives which become a large factor in making decisions to formulate your game plan.
Formulating Game Plan (Part 2)
April 17, 2008
From “Red Time” (a favourite of Tommy Hafey) Bench Tactics, calls, responsibility and difficult conditions need to be included in your plan. Players need to understand these parts of the game so they become predictable to one another.
Formulating a Game Plan (Part 1)
April 16, 2008
Formulating a Game Plan.
Ideas for creating your game plan.
Firstly Create your Team Rules. (Previous article) Stick to them rigidly, particularly on the training track. Read more
Foundation Drill Set plays. Shortball Drill
April 16, 2008
Design your play and look at the end result you wish to achieve.
Short Ball Constant Pressure
April 16, 2008
Continuous pressure applied to the receiving player. Read more
Season Strategy Forward Tactician
April 15, 2008
FORWARD TACTICIAN (By former Super Spy 007 Darren McMenaman) Melbourne,Richmond,Brisbane
The position of Forward Tactician is most valuable for the coach, match committee members and the players. The role includes observing a targeted opposition team prior to playing them, with the view of highlighting their game plan and the strengths and weaknesses of individual players.
INDIAN TRIBE SHOWS REMARKABLE STAMINA
April 4, 2008
Supplied by Dr Laurie Prosser
The Tarahlra Indians of Mexico have long fascinated heart specialists and psychiatrists by their remarkable physical and mental achievements .
Conditioned from childhood, male and females of the tribe can run continuously for more than 100 miles at a speed of six or seven miles an hour.
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