Wellbeing in changing times
The following article, which was written after the initial postponement of the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games, has been shared with permission from High Performance Sport New Zealand. We think there...
How happiness enhances performance
This article is shared by Player Development Project Can happiness impact performance? Former Professional golfer and President of New Edge Performance, John Haime explains how putting enjoyment before achievement can...
COVID-19 and youth sport in New Zealand
The COVID-19 pandemic has widely and dramatically impacted all parts of society. As we continue to digest the shock that this pandemic is having on sport in New Zealand, it’s...
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Keep up with the play: the case for taking youth sport less seriously
Sport NZ and five of the largest participation sports in New Zealand – Rugby, Cricket, Football, Netball and Hockey – have launched a major public awareness campaign calling for enablers...
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When are kids ready for organised training sessions?
This video is shared by Player Development Project The question this week comes from Anders: “At what stage do you think kids should start going into organised coaching sessions?” Image...
A Focus on Fun
Fun should be at the forefront of kids sport. In this article, Simon Walters & Chris Whatman share a range of evidence to reinforce of the importance of children’s enjoyment...
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Q&A: How can I improve the motivation of my players?
This video is shared by Player Development Project In this Q&A discussion, the Player Development Project team of Dave Wright, Dan Wright and James Vaughan dive into the topic of...
Let them ride
This article is shared by Player Development Project What are the benefits of learners exploring their environment and self-correcting? How can a coach guide this discovery? Founder of TOVO Academy in Barcelona,...
