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Psychological Focus Award 2 Youth and Adult
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Outcomes By the end of the session you will have
Developed a better understanding of sports psychology. Identified visible factors that indicate how players are performing. Addressed the 5C’s - mental qualities of performance. Considered Motivation and Emotional Control Reviewed Team Building and Cohesion.
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The OTú Model – Psychological Focus
What do we mean by Psychological Focus? The ability to maintain focus on the here and now, regardless of the internal and external distractions. Tutor Notes: Psychological Focus – Tutor to ask what we mean by Psychological Focus? Use Definition – ‘The ability to maintain focus on the here and now, regardless of the internal and external distractions. It requires competence, confidence and cohesion.’ Outline that we will get into Psychological Focus more in Psychological Focus Section of the Course Tutor Further Information: Psychology has become very popular within GAA coaching. It is the number one thing that Coaches want to see more of when they review the National Games Development Conference each year! 3 Skill Development 3
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How do you know he is: mentally and physically prepared
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Descriptors of Optimum Mental & Physical Preparation
Mental Preparation Positive Enthusiastic Confident Appropriately focused Alert Fully committed Interested Physical Activation Mild butterflies Elevated Heart Rate Slightly increased sweating Rhythmic breathing Calmness A sense of high energy and readiness
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Task: Mental Performance
How do you know a player has performed well under stress OR performed poorly under stress
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Summary: Mental Performance Indicators
Performed Poorly Under Stress. No positive response I could recall Disorganised thinking, disruptive routine Over analysed game plan Imagined failure – could see no way to win Wanted to quit competing & escape Negative thoughts/ self doubt & worry Lacking motivation & commitment to event Questioned whether or not to try Performed Well Under Stress. Viewed every set back as a challenge Slipped into a natural routine Rehearsed game plan Positive mental rehearsal Looked forward to competition Positive confident thoughts Had a mission to stay on top of the opponent Keep thinking about working hard Thoughts Players who performed well under stress had the following thoughts: Performed Well Under Stress. Viewed every set back as a challenge Slipped into a natural routine Rehearsed game plan Positive mental rehearsal Looked forward to competition Positive confident thoughts Had a mission to stay on top of the opponent Keep thinking about working hard When the performed poorly under stress they had the following thoughts: Performed Poorly Under Stress. No positive response I could recall Disorganised thinking, disruptive routine Over analysed game plan Imagined failure – could see no way to win Wanted to quit competing & escape Negative thoughts/ self doubt & worry Lacking motivation & commitment to event Questioned whether or not to try
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Mental Performance Indicators
Feelings P.W.U.S Confident Excited Sense of Anticipation Enthusiasm Relaxed Ready for Action Energised In control emotionally P.P.U.S Apprehensive Tense Sense of Dread Not wanting to take part Nervous Fearful Lethargic Despondent Focus They felt the following when the performed well under stress: Confident Excited Sense of Anticipation Enthusiasm Relaxed Ready for Action Energised In control emotionally And the felt the follwoing when the performed poorly under stress: Apprehensive Tense Sense of Dread Not wanting to take part Nervous Fearful Lethargic Despondent When the performed well – they had task appropriate cues and were focused and positive. When they performed poorly they focused on irrelevant cues and their attention wanders Task appropriate cues Focused & Positive Irrelevant Cues Attention wanders 05/12/2018 Ulster Council GAA Level 2 Coach Education Programme J.Morrison
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Task: Achievement Indicator Players over achieve because
Task: Achievement Indicator Players over achieve because Players underachieve because.... Overachieved because Stuck to agreed game plan Good preparation – mental & physical Maintain Focus and emotional control Select appropriate equipment Ideal conditions Adapt to changing circumstances High Confidence due to good fitness level Underachieved because Lack of fitness Poor weather Unfavourable refereeing Injury or fear of injury Strength of opponent Breakdown of skill Poor tactical decisions Choked due to pressure Distractions Other team members fail
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Arousal Levels? Spitting the Dummy
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Arousal and Performance
Optimal level Arousal
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Control of Emotions Arousal and Performance Different Players have different arousal levels
This is an old model on the link between performance and motivation– achieving optimum performance is probably not as simple as it is portrayed here - but it is a good starting point for this discussion. Different players are affected in different ways in terms of preparing for games. Tease the EXTERNAL and INTERNAL factors out in discussion and put them on the flip chart: External Factors (may include): Environment – stadium Crowds – spectator interaction Media interest Stage of the competition Weather Opposition Team mates Event and its importance Internal Factors (may include) Motivation Interest Belief Sense of team ship and belonging Confidence Ability and skill level Will to win and succeed Different players will react in different ways depending on their experience, their ability and their Motivation. The implication is that mangers need to be aware and manage this to ensure the performance is maximised.
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Control of Emotions Arousal and Performance Different Players have different arousal levels
This is an old model on the link between performance and motivation– achieving optimum performance is probably not as simple as it is portrayed here - but it is a good starting point for this discussion. Different players are affected in different ways in terms of preparing for games. Tease the EXTERNAL and INTERNAL factors out in discussion and put them on the flip chart: External Factors (may include): Environment – stadium Crowds – spectator interaction Media interest Stage of the competition Weather Opposition Team mates Event and its importance Internal Factors (may include) Motivation Interest Belief Sense of team ship and belonging Confidence Ability and skill level Will to win and succeed Different players will react in different ways depending on their experience, their ability and their Motivation. The implication is that mangers need to be aware and manage this to ensure the performance is maximised. 13 13
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Task: The 5 C’s Achievement is the Result of 5 Mental Qualities:
COMMITMENT will to win, dedication CONTROL OF EMOTIONS anxiety, anger, frustration CONCENTRATION quality of focus or attention CONFIDENCE positive attitude, self belief in abilities COMPETENCE Self belief in ability DEFINE GIVE EXAMPLES
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Summary - Strengthening Mental Qualities
Concentration Imagery Distraction Training Developing routines Task Cards Breaking down performance into easy to manage tasks Simulated Competition Pay attention to next....ball Buzz word it.... “dirty ball” Commitment Will to win Goal Setting Refocusing Positive Thinking
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Summary -Strengthening Mental Qualities
Confidence Positive Self Talk Imagery Routines Goal Setting Attitude Management Cognitive Restructuring Spot and fix by praise and challenge Work on strengths Adopt strategies for change Create lasting change Raise your standards Change your limiting beliefs Control Relaxation Training Breathing Attitude Management Positive Self Talk Routines Simulated Competition Training What ifs? Contingency Planning Mental / Physical Activation Training
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Strengthening Mental Qualities
Physiology, focus questions, buzz words, metaphors, values, rules, experience references, video imaging, identity, positive reinforcement: ‘seeing is believing, but feeling is the truth’ Lifestyle, discipline, music, one to one conversations, positive confrontations, spot and fix, log books, visioning, pictures in action, mental rehearsal, walking model, opposite behaviour, other people, brainstorming, problem solving
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Team Building and Goal Setting
Work as an Individual, lose as a team Goal Setting: Performance goals are best You can only guarantee your performance Work SMARTER, not harder Each exercise, each session, each game 05/12/2018 Ulster Council GAA Level 2 Coach Education Programme J.Morrison
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Motivation and Emotional Control
Intrinsic is best Comes from within Thrives on attention to detail and sound questions Control Where the mind goes the body follows Control your muscles, move your muscle I think therefore I am
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Motivation and Emotional Control
Coping with pressure Breathing Though Stoppage I can Expect the Unexpected Use the Next Approach
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Ulster Council GAA Level 2 Coach Education Programme J.Morrison
Remember ‘Ain’t no use worryin’ ‘bout things beyond your control, cause of things are beyond your control ain’t worth worrying’ ‘Ain’t no use worryin’ bout things within your control, cause of things are within your control, ain’t no use worryin’ 05/12/2018 Ulster Council GAA Level 2 Coach Education Programme J.Morrison
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Questions and Observations
‘Remember Work as an Individual Lose as a Team’
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Outcomes By the end of the session you will have
Developed a better understanding of sports psychology. Identified visible factors that indicate how players are performing. Addressed the 5C’s - mental qualities of performance. Considered Motivation and Emotional Control Reviewed Team Building and Cohesion.
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