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  • Do coaches need to demo?

    Should coaches be expected to deliver competent, accurate demonstrations of the skills they expect their players to develop?

    I had an immediate answer to this. Then I changed my mind. Twice. And now I’m not sure.

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  • England know they have a fast-bowling problem…is this really the solution?

    Will Macpherson posted a fascinating article ($$) the other day on the latest iteration of the ECB’s project to develop more quick bowlers for England international teams.

    It is an intriguing insight into the development philosophy at the ECB, but it does pose some interesting questions.

    • Pace first, then variations, then accuracy?
    • Every bowler is an individual…but they have to fit the pace blueprint!
    • What incentive is there for Counties to nurture (and play) these young pace prospects, when they (the bowlers) are being encouraged to view accuracy & control as secondary skills?
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  • More clarity on how to use the CLA — what don’t we know?

    Recently, Rob Gray posted a podcast in response to an article requesting “more research-informed guidelines” to support the constraints-led approach (CLA) in coaching.

    Well worth a listen for anyone interested in what the CLA really is.

    I do share Rob’s suspicions about the authors’ (mis)understanding of the CLA.

    But I also think the paper does raise some valid questions about how to apply the CLA, especially for new and volunteer coaches.

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