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The Adaptable Athlete Podcast

The Ecological Dynamics of Soccer w/ Ben Franks

Jun 5, 2024
Ben Franks, lecturer at Oxford Brookes University, discusses the Ecological Dynamics of Soccer in a new course, emphasizing practice design and skill acquisition. They talk about manipulating constraints in practice, the importance of clear language in coaching, and balancing individual constraints with skill learning in soccer practice.
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  • Recognize individual constraints in skill learning for effective athlete development.
  • Embrace newer coaching principles like relationism and positionalism to enhance soccer coaching methodologies.

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Consideration of Individual Constraints in Skill Learning Designs

In skill learning designs, it's crucial to acknowledge the significance of individual constraints that influence athletes' learning experiences. Sometimes, coaches may need to adjust their skill learning principles to support athletes based on the constraints affecting them, even if it means deviating from traditional skill acquisition approaches.

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