I started back coaching with a new group of 5 & 6 year olds in September, so it was time to dust down my session plans.
I have written previously about my engagement with the ECB’s All Stars programmes. I like (most of) the activities, but I think the scheduling could be improved.
So what follows is a blending of the All Stars programme with what I have learnt over the years.
And a half-term review.
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I have posted previously on how enthused I was by joining the team of tutors for new National Programmes Activators, and how the National Programmes were really getting a lot of things right.
When I wrote the original articles, the National Programmes were indeed an inspiration for anyone interested in seeing coaching move beyond its basic coach-as-instructor model.
But a couple of small changes to Activator training might just have taken the heart out of the programme.
(more…)Delivering face-to-face training for All Stars & Dynamos Activators, yesterday, and came across my least favourite All Stars activity — diamond cricket.
IMO There really is so much to dislike about this game, and little to recommend it.
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