At every level, from mini rugby to tag to schoolboys to semi-pro to full test matches, a player’s technique is the defining factor in executing a an action or skill. With this in mind, what is the biggest error a player, regardless of standard, makes in technique?
It has to be the eyes. It has to [...]
Entries from July 2008
July 30, 2008
Coaching the Eyes.
July 22, 2008
Can You Coach This?
Cullen in his prime, before the knees blew out. His pace, upper body strength, centre of gravity and lines of running were incredible.
This is the biggest kick I have ever seen. The cynics will say Viljoen had the wind behind be him, but the guy is 20 [...]
July 20, 2008
Caring is More Important than Credentials.
This is Adrian Hurley, a basketball coach from Australia. He has coached the Australian basketball team in the Olympic Games and FIBA World Championships and he ran the Basketball programme at the famed Australian Institute of Sport for a decade. He understands people involved in team sports.
The clip is from a [...]
July 15, 2008
Coaching young back-row players.
Three players touch the ball in this clip; Magne, Harinordoquy and Betsen. All back rowers, all players who are programmed to be the first man into a tackle, pilfer at ruck, slow ball or support a breakaway. It is in their blood.
This clip got me thinking. How do you encourage this [...]
