Courtside conversations
Welcome to what's currently on my mind and in my coaching world I've gathered a list of things that I'm thinking about, reading & listening to. Look out for the links…
20. Be careful changing techniques
Should I intervene and change the technique? "Be careful", I heard the voice inside me say "But it's not correct (perfect), so it must be changed", I heard my other…
The Player to Coach transition – challenges and pitfalls: part 3
Having good playing skills will benefit you as a coach, especially if you play against your players However, can you play as a coach rather than a player, there is…
The Player to Coach transition – challenges and pitfalls: part 2
Coaching and playing require different skills, it's not just repeating what you did as a player Good playing skills and experiences are valuable and offer advantages to the coach Although…
The Player to Coach transition – challenges and pitfalls: part 1
What are the surprises and stresses awaiting a new coach? Good playing skills will give you an advantage but how to use them? I'll outline some of the challenges, misunderstandings,…
19. Which technique to coach
Someone once told me that badminton was a simple game But they didn't tell me how many choices I'd have to make as a coach There are so many variations…
Life long tips to become an effective Badminton coach
What coaching tips would you give? Do you have any advice that applies to new coaches and lasts throughout the years How many of these would be on your list?…
18. The Importance of Stances
I wish someone had opened my eyes earlier to Badminton Stances Only when it was explained did I understand the critical value Plus, Stances are not the same as 'Split-steps'…
17. The never ending search for consistency
I didn't understand what consistency was ... maybe I still don't Is consistency in a competitive match different to practice consistency? How to practice and develop consistency? That was both…
16. Communication between Coaches is NOT the same as communication with Players
I'd never thought about this but yet I'd seen the consequences The content of your communication really matters I spoke to everyone (Players & Coaches) in the same way, giving…