#80 - Travis Head | Being a Young Leader, Managing being Dropped and In & Out of Form
Jun 15, 2021
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Travis Head, Intl. Australian Cricketer, shares insights on being the youngest captain for South Australia, managing being dropped, and performing under pressure. Topics include form management, analyzing video footage, training routines, finding time for personal activities, and lessons learned from early leadership mistakes.
Travis Head emphasizes the importance of consistency and hard work in becoming a successful batter.
Head highlights the significance of adapting to new conditions, learning from past successes and failures, and maintaining a balanced mindset as a cricketer.
Travis Head expresses his desire to entertain the audience, win championships, and play for silverware at domestic and international levels as a professional cricketer.
Deep dives
Travis Head discusses his cricket career and experiences as a captain
In this podcast episode, Travis Head talks about his journey in cricket, including being the youngest captain for South Australia at the age of 21. He shares insights on how playing up age groups helped his development as a young player. Head also discusses how he manages being deselected or dropped from sides and how he comes back stronger. He emphasizes the importance of staying consistent and working hard in order to be a successful batter. Head also highlights the significance of good communication, building relationships, and being a match winner as a leader.
Adapting to different cricket environments and learning from teammates
Travis Head shares his experiences of playing cricket in different countries and environments. He mentions the importance of adapting to new conditions and tapping into the knowledge of his teammates. Head emphasizes the significance of analyzing his own game and learning from past successes and failures. He also discusses the physical and mental preparations he undertakes, including gym sessions and maintaining a balanced mindset.
Thrilling experiences in iconic cricket matches and playing in front of large crowds
Travis Head recounts the excitement of playing in the boxing day test and the new year's eve strikers game. He describes the electric atmosphere generated by the fans and the thrill of performing in front of large crowds. Head highlights the importance of entertaining the audience and giving them a memorable experience in T20 cricket. He also expresses his desire to win championships and play for silverware, both at the domestic and international levels.
Dealing with the pressures and criticisms of being a professional cricketer
Travis Head reflects on the pressures and criticisms that come with being a professional cricketer. He acknowledges the external pressures and expectations from fans, media, and even his own family. Head emphasizes the importance of staying focused on his process, improving his game, and valuing the support and criticism that comes with the territory. He discusses his approach to handling selection and deselection, maintaining a level-headed mindset, and finding motivation to bounce back.
Influential coaches and mentors
Travis Head expresses gratitude towards his influential coaches and mentors, specifically mentioning Perry Sleep and Tim Nielsen. He credits Sleep for guiding him early in his career, developing him as a cricketer and a person. Head also acknowledges the impact of Tim Nielsen, who has supported and mentored him throughout his career. He discusses the importance of their guidance and the trusting relationships he has built with them.
Travis Head is an International Australian Cricketer. We talk about how he managed being the youngest captain for South Australia Cricket Team at the age of 21.
How he manages being de-selected and how to come back stronger. How he performs under pressure, the idea of being out of form on paper but feeling inform yourself.
