Free Play Academy Newsletter #28
Topics that will be covered:
1. Technique in Sport is misunderstood. (Continued..)
2. Pat Kavanagh.
3. Graeme Hossack.
Technique in Sport is misunderstood.
What if our misunderstanding of what technique actually is, underpins the work we do with our players?
What if the technical training that has become a main pillar in the way we develop our young lacrosse players, only really acts as a placebo for learning and improvement?
What if consistently drilling players in movement patterns builds coordination and confidence, but not a lot else?
We’re going to break down what technique is and how we should go about developing it.
For the next few weeks we’ll be touching on the many facets of what comprises technique today with Skill.
Is developing our players to be more efficient, actually causing individuals to be less skillful? Skill is the use of functional action to solve a problem.
In other words, using a variation of techniques to overcome physical constraints (eg. athleticism), psychological constraints (eg. fear, confidence) and tactical problems.
With this in mind, to standardize and isolate “technique training”, to perfect one specific technique, will not help the players become more skilful.
The art in developing technique, is to improve the range of solutions to achieve a functional goal.
The more the player is asked to search for answers using different techniques, the more adaptable they’ll become and the more skillful they’ll be.
But how will they improve on their aesthetic technique?
Over time, whilst practicing in contextual environments, player’s will improve their consistency in varied techniques.
The more they practice and use these varied techniques, the better they’ll get.
The more they practice in context, the more they will be able to use these skills and techniques in a contextual performance environment.
So maybe the view of more reps is right, but it’s more reps in context that’s the key.
To be continued..
Pat Kavanagh.
This is what it means and looks like to have an unbelievable motor.
Take notes.
Graeme Hossack.
Living up to his nickname “Cyborg”, Graeme has been a consistent force in both the indoor game & outdoor game.
To get quite frank, this is what it would look like if we gave a bear a lacrosse stick, enjoy.
The Free Game
The part of lacrosse that is played with the mind.
What will be covered are the 8 Principles of Performance.
Any lacrosse player can own the 1st ever sport psychology methodology specific to the game of Lacrosse.
This purchase will include a FREE consultation with Coach McDonnell via in-person or Zoom.
Here is a preview.
The cost is $24.99
You can purchase The Free Game here.
Lean in, do the work, stay focused and become uncommon.
Have a great week.