Putting Goalers/Shooters under Pressure at Training
Putting Goalers/Shooters under Pressure at Training
If the ball doesn’t go through the ring then everything you have worked on during the season is fruitless. Shooters must finish off as that is their job just as every other position on the court has a responsibility to do their job.
Scoreboard Anxiety
Scoreboard Anxiety
We’ve all seen it, too much emphasis on winning increases players’ anxiety. They end up expending their emotional energy worrying about whether they will win or lose and that higher anxiety causes them to make more mistakes — they play tentatively and timidly.
Bench Behaviour
Bench Behaviour
What is acceptable behaviour on the bench or maybe the question should be what is NOT acceptable bench behaviour?
Age Appropriate Warm Ups
Age Appropriate Warm Ups
One warm up doesn’t fit all. From younger players to more senior players you should tailor a warm up that suits the level and age group of your team.
Four Cones – Amazing Results
Four Cones – Amazing Results
At the moment I’m really into footwork and I don’t think you can give your players too much. Working on change of direction, speed, agility, balance and control can help develop all players.
During the Breaks
During the Breaks
Direction, focus, teamwork, confidence, belief and more could describe what a coaches comments can contribute to quarter and half time breaks.
Every Player is a Blank Canvas
Every Player is a Blank Canvas
Starting off your season with a new team is extremely exciting as each player is a blank canvas.
Energy Drinks
Energy Drinks
Personal Coaching Diary
England Win Test Series
England Win Test Series
England Coach, Anna Mayes, has made history today. Her exciting coaching style has given England the fire they have been missing since their first International match beating Australia 2-0 in the Test Series.
Accountability Sessions
Accountability Sessions
Netball Shoes for Kids
Netball Shoes for Kids
I’ve coached many children and their footwear varies depending on their circumstances.
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After being coached by Melissa for 5 years I have a new appreciation of the game. Her ability to push you harder than you ever thought possible and her dedication to the game is what built respect amongst the players in her team.
