This stage is characterized by a complex and harmonious blend of the performance factors that contribute to the athlete’s ability to perform in competition. PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER
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General Objectives:
• Consolidate specific game style which at this age it is still developing and/or acquiring skills. • Refine all technical skills at competition intensity. • Focus on performance goals in competition. • Refine the daily implementation of sport medicine and science knowledge e.g. nutrition, strength and conditioning, sport psychology, exercise physiology. • Introduce and consolidate psychological routines to produce the ideal performance state. • Maintain a positive lifestyle: no tobacco, no alcohol, no drug, to respect good sleep habits and practice good hygiene. • Demonstrate the ability to select and care for their equipment including racquets, shoes and strings. • Ensure pre-habilitation exercises for wrists, shoulders, hips and abdominals are managed effectively. • Continue the use of recovery techniques such as oxygenation stage, sport massage, relaxation, meditation and hydrotherapies. • Maintain the use of regular medical follow-up and physiotherapist follow-up if necessary.
Guiding Principles for parents & Coaches:
• Guidance and direction should revolve around developing a responsible and autonomous athlete • The development of an individualized annual plan is essential using single, double, or triple periodization • Tennis and fitness coaches must meet on a regular basis to ensure a well- balance training program • While competing on the road, the emphasis on long term development over short term results, continues to be maintained • The annual competitive plan should strive for a 3:1 win-loss ratio. Evaluation of this plan should include reviewing the athletes win-loss ratio.
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