MY Levelled Progression Model is an excellent framework to use when looking to know what skills to introduce and when to introduce them. It deals with the different developmental stages of a goalkeeper in the context of their age and used correctly can massively improve the performances of any goalkeeper. In the sixth level of my progression model, it […]
SO, what is this? Let’s think back to our younger days playing Gaelic Games. I often recall having a warmup to start the session. It was usually a couple of laps around the pitch followed by stretches. We would then perform a few drills for the main body of the session, with a match at […]
EVER wondered how much time a ‘modern’ GAA player dictates to their sport? The time they invest to be at the top of their game? Below I have outlined some of these demands our GAA players face and the time they invest. I believe it’s worth reminding ourselves and be mindful of the commitment and sacrifice […]
By Patrick Morrison IN Gaelic football, the situation that possibly has the highest amount of pressure for the goalkeeper would be that of the one v one situation. In this event you are in direct combat with a goal-bound opponent and there can only be one winner. Them or you. During this situation, time can […]
By Patrick Morrison SUNDAY, June 1 1997, the Chicago Bulls are hosting the Utah Jazz in Game One of the NBA Finals. The Jazz are appearing in their first ever NBA finals whereas the Bulls are going for their fifth title in seven years. Game one is a pivotal game especially for the team that […]
CHILDREN are curious and insightful individuals who explore and learn through the process of trial and error just as nature intended. Their world is loaded with all kinds of imaginary games and toys. All a child wants to do is explore their world through the medium of play. And what child has not been given a […]
By Patrick Morrison ONE of the most important aspects of goalkeeping in Gaelic football is being able to position oneself effectively in and around the crease, that is the area in front of the goals. Paradoxically, although it may be an important area, it is very rarely covered properly, if at all. Having a good starting […]
COACHES play a pivotal role in the development of athletes and understanding how to tailor training programs for different age groups is essential for fostering skill development, physical growth, and mental resilience. Here are five strategies for coaches to effectively customise training for various age categories: 1. Understand Developmental Stages Each age group corresponds to specific […]
IN Gaelic football, we talk endlessly about physical fatigue, how to measure it, recover from it, and manage workloads through GPS and training loads. But what about mental fatigue? The tiredness that doesn’t show up on the watch, yet affects everything from decision-making to motivation to physical performance? As the game evolves, players and coaches are […]
John McMahon I HAVE been lucky enough to work with coaches, administrators, and talent identification and development ‘experts’ here in Ireland and in America. The single biggest concern at present is the early specialisation of our youth athletes. Early specialisation is quite simply a race to the bottom, to do more, more, more at younger […]
