Talent Development

Competition Recommendations

• Maintain a balance between coaching and competition
• Achieve a win loss ratio of between 2:1 and 3:1 throughout the year
• Be prepared to adjust the competition schedule based on win loss ratio
• Athletes learn more about their strengths and weaknesses
• Have an experienced coach observe the athlete’s progress during matches
• Learning to compete well is one of the most important skills to learn

Training Recommendations

10 year/10,000 hour rule – Ericsson’s model of Deliberate Practice

How can this look?

• Squad training
• Individual – private lessons
• Practice matches
• Self practice