Session Evaluation
- I did not set any objectives for this session, just to evaluate skill level.
As this was my first session I utilised a fairly autocratic coaching style (Weinberg, 2003) in order to maintain control. I decided what the session was going to be on and the boys had no input to the drills and the session as a whole. Many of my players had a good level of skill and where able to control the ball well with out much input and coaching points by me. Two of the players showed the following weaknesses co-ordination, motivation and the ability to take part in the session constructively. They struggled to grasp the concept of been at the session to enjoy and learn new skills. These issues will be addressed in the next session as I will involve him in collecting and setting out of the cones, ensuring that I use her for demonstrations therefore leaving her no time to be disruptive to other team members.
Players struggled with the 3v3 drill and this will need modifying on to a larger pitch with changes of rules to more simple instructions if it is to be used again. I think this happened as the boys were almost in a game situation, leaving them with two much freedom and rule braking. I feel that all of the learning objectives were met but a lot more work will be need to be done before players properly appreciate the importance of control and how important it is in a game situation.
Weinburg, R.S (2003) Foundations of Sport And Exercise Psychology
