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- 1. Unit 27 Task 3 Performer Improvement Targets
- 2. Introduction • This task builds on your Task 2 work. • You need to test your four identified weaknesses. The testing process should use standardised or bespoke tests. • From this testing your results will identify two priority areas for improvement. • Your eight week training plan will focus on these two priority areas only.
- 3. Testing and Training Timeline • WB 05/01: Task 3 Introduction • WB 12/01: Task 3 Testing and Planning • WB 19/01: Training week 1/8 • WB 26/01: Training week 2/8 • WB 02/02: Training week 3/8 • WB 09/02: Training week 4/8 – review week – Review week includes re-testing and profiling. – Changes may be made to your training plan at this stage. • WB 16/02: Training week 5/8 • WB 23/02: Training week 6/8 • WB 02/03: Training week 7/8 • WB 09/03: Training week 8/8 – final week. – Final week includes re-testing and profiling.
- 4. Testing Excellence Trait – Weakness 1/4 Trait: Control of anxiety Test Name: SCAT test Standardised Test: Yes Normative Data: Yes If Not A Standardised Test Detail Method Here: Test Result 1: 18 Test Result 1 Rating: An average level of anxiety. Test Result 2: 20 Test Result 2 Rating: An average level of anxiety Test Result 3: 13 Test Result 3 Rating: The subject has a low level of anxiety. Best Result: Test result 3 showed to be the best result. Best Result Rating: After all three test, test 3 came out the best with a score of 13. This showed that as he grew confident in himself he was able to lower his anxiety before and during a game. The end result showed that the subject now has a low level of anxiety.
- 5. Testing Excellence Trait – Weakness 2/4 Trait: Confidence Test Name: TEOSQ Standardised Test: Yes Normative Data: Yes If Not A Standardised Test Detail Method Here: Test Result 1: Ego orientated:1.7 Task orientated:3.7 Test Result 1 Rating: 1 is low and 5 is high Test Result 2: Ego orientated:1.0 Task orientated:4.0 Test Result 2 Rating: 1 is low and 5 is high Test Result 3: Ego orientated:2.7 Task orientated:4.6 Test Result 3 Rating: 1 is low and 5 is high Best Result: Ego orientated 2.7 Best Result Rating: In terms of confidence I really wanted to see the ego orientated score go up. This did happen with end final result being 2.7. However, this could definitely be improved as the rating does go up to a 5.
- 6. Testing Excellence Trait – Weakness 3/4 Trait: Footwork Test Name: The Star Test Standardised Test: Yes Normative Data: Yes If Not A Standardised Test Detail Method Here: • This bespoke test develops change of direction and running speed for a football player. Mark out a five-yard box with a centre cone in the middle of the box. Place a speed ladder two yards outside the box that will serve as the finishing point. The player begins on the centre cone and runs out to touch all four corner cones, returning to the centre cone each time. Next the player runs out to the speed ladder and sprints through the ladder. Full recovery between efforts, 5 minute rest minimum in between. Test Result 1: 30.01 seconds Test Result 1 Rating: Poor Test Result 2: 15.24 seconds Test Result 2 Rating: Average Test Result 3: 8.69 seconds Test Result 3 Rating: Advanced Best Result: 8.69 seconds was the best result on the final test. His definitely progressed as it became easier for him to grasp. Also his competitive streak to beat his previous time. Best Result Rating: Advanced: 10 seconds and below.
- 7. Testing Excellence Trait – Weakness 4/4 Trait: Reaction time Test Name: Reaction speed test Standardised Test: No Normative Data: No If Not A Standardised Test Detail Method Here: • Starting position: Easy running controlling the ball; • Voice command of left, right, back or forward. • To sprint in the direction of the command for a designated distance, whilst controlling the ball, and then return to easy running; • Drill can be repeated 3 times with sufficient breaks. Test Result 1: 35.49 seconds Test Result 1 Rating: Inaccurate Test Result 2: 30.35 seconds Test Result 2 Rating: Instant Test Result 3: 28.31 seconds Test Result 3 Rating: Delayed Best Result: 28.31 seconds Best Result Rating: Although the quickest time was the third result the response was delayed. Therefore the best rating would have been the time of 30.35 with an instant response. This showing that his speed improved but his reaction time/accuracy did not.
- 8. Improvement Target 1 – Justification (M3) • Why is this target needed? • What will be the performance benefit to the performer (e.g. team selection, injury prevention and representative honours)? • What will be the performance benefit to the performers team(s) (e.g. unit, attack, defence and whole team benefits)?
- 9. Student Justification 1 • Reaction time is definitely needed for Harry to improve as a striker. It is inevitable that he is able to respond to other players on the pitch quickly when the ball is being played in the oppositions goal area. He also has to have a quick reaction when the ball is in the air or even in play to be able to hit it on target. • If Harry works hard on this target, this should definitely help him for the upcoming trials for his second year at college. This should hopefully show Dave that he has improved and therefore make it easier for him to be selected for the team. I definitely feel that by Harry representing his team as striker, should give him confidence and hopefully some representative honours. • This target should also have whole team benefits as the midfielders will not get frustrated when the striker misses the ball because his reaction wasn’t quick enough. Therefore this should definitely help with the attacking side of their play on the pitch.
- 10. Improvement Target 1 (P6) Priority Excellence Trait/Result Reaction time/30.35 seconds Specific Target To improve on his reaction time when in a game scenario. To be able to react quickly to passes and change direction according to the ball and the position of his players. This should give him time to focus on the placing of the ball and the target. Measurable Although it is quite tricky to measure, using a stopwatch and focusing on the time it takes for him to complete seems to be the best way so far. Agreed Upon I have spoken to Harry and he has also agreed that this is what he needs to improve on to better himself in his football career. He was not happy with his test results and seems determined to improve. Realistic This is definitely a realistic improvement target for Harry, he almost saw it coming and definitely has the ability to improve. Time Based Baseline test (WB 12/01): 16/01 Review (WB 09/02): Complete (WB 09/03): Given that Harry is the striker of the second team he has a lot of time for improvement for trials in the upcoming year. Therefore, highlighting his weaknesses early gives him enough time to better himself.
- 11. Improvement Target 2 (P6) Priority Excellence Trait/Result Footwork/8.69 seconds Specific Target Harrys specific target is to be able to control the ball efficiently without losing control of it when running at high speeds. When I watched some of his clips online he does tend to lose control(only sometimes) when he is under pressure. This teamed up with reaction time should really help him improve as a striker. Measurable This too is a tricky one to measure as speed isn’t always what you want more than accuracy with the ball. However, I am hoping that my improving the time he takes with the ball, his footwork should improve with it meaning he has more control over the ball. Agreed Upon Harry seemed a bit apprehensive with this target as his timings were actually really advanced. However, he does this it is a great combination that his targets go hand in hand. Realistic I believe compared to his other test results this is a realistic target and will definitely benefit him when he is under pressure and trying to control the ball. He is definitely got the ability for the challenge and it is sport specific. Time Based Baseline test (WB 12/01): 16/01 Review (WB 09/02): Complete (WB 09/03):
- 12. Improvement Target 2 – Justification (M3) • Why is this target needed? • What will be the performance benefit to the performer (e.g. team selection, injury prevention and representative honours)? • What will be the performance benefit to the performers team(s) (e.g. unit, attack, defence and whole team benefits)?
- 13. Student Justification 2 • Footwork in football is unescapable and therefore this target is so important, especially when dealing with a striker. This target is needed to get players around the pitch and by having great control over the ball it will stop the opposition from retrieving it from them. This target teamed up with speed is a great combination especially for a striker. • Footwork could also benefit Harry in terms of injury prevention. By having accurate footwork will stop him from tripping and causing an ankle injury. Furthermore, this should also have an impact when the opposition go in for a tackle. If he controls the ball effectively and then either shoots or passes it on, he should hopefully avoid any nasty tackles that could cause injury. • This again will have whole team benefits because they will be able to see that Harry has control of the ball and is able to get around the oppositions defence with ease and make a shot on target. This will hopefully build their confidence with more winning games.