'If we want kids to participate in sport, we have to cater for all children. There is a "drive towards elitism" and that we overly invest in the top 1% of talent too early and push the others to the side.’
Dr Colman Noctor https://t.co/bOJsh69VLe
Enjoyed this with @David_synapse. Spoke about all things coaching, min 37 we discuss early specialisation which is topical.
Children are not mini Adults: Insights and Advice for Youth Coaching - Episode 89 ft. Shane Smith episode of Synapse Performance
https://t.co/k6LiGcu8Pz
The best youth coaches look to create an environment where young players learn to understand that they will never stop learning what they can do with their skill. https://t.co/2K8lToxPjY
A lot of talk now about building “Mental toughness” & “Resilience” - enjoyment every day & developing skills are often overlooked - if you’re happy & have confidence in your skills you are more likely to be “Mentally tough” & show “Resilience” https://t.co/gLg5zTKKZn
I love this from our coaches: Football careers are built on the street, fine tuned on the pitch.
Put down Snapchat and the PlayStation, get yourself outside.Get to love the ball, know the ball, use your imagination.