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Progressing players from red to orange and green court tennis

Abstract

The presentation covers issues related to progressing players that were discussed at the European Specific Theme Conference “Developing players 10 & Under” that took place on 9 and 10 October 2009 in Rotterdam, Holland.
• Issues in Progressing Players
• Progressing Players -Standards
• Demands of the Game in Red, Orange and Green Court

Keywords

Player Development, beginner, adapted Equipment

Summary

What does “Being Ready” Mean?

Having achieved the competencies that are used to move to the next level, players will now need to adapt to the new requirements, which will, in part need to be taught. Being ready does not mean that a player will be able to perform the tasks easily at the next level, so players will need to be supported as they make this transition. This is particularly true for competition, a player who was competent and confident at Red, will take some time to reach the same stage in orange.

Transitioning Players

In competition, the use of different balls is important in helping players make a smooth progression from one stage to the next, and the following would be considered good practice.

• Players should go through a transitional period when they move to the next stage where they use both the previous and new ball in lessons.
• An Orange ball may be introduced to players in training whilst they are still playing the Red stage to get used to the higher bounce. The same principle applies at all levels.
• When players have moved up to the next stage, the coach may often use the previous stage ball and court for learning a new skill and to allow the player more time to learn it using the slower ball.

When is a Player Ready to Move?

Moving from one colour stage to another can be seen as a sign of having a progressive programme but care should be taken when moving a player from one court size to the next.

Rushing a player through too quickly may:

• result in a drop in confidence levels
• cause a player to lose motivation for competing and playing
• inhibit skill / technical development
• inhibit tactical development
• reduce their enjoyment of the game
• cause periods of limited or no progress
• cause extremes in technique as players adapt to higher bouncing, faster balls before they are physically ready

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CV

Name

Hrvoje

Surname

Zmajic

Curriculum vitae

1988.
Graduated from the Faculty of Physical Education, Univrsity of Zagreb, Zagreb; title: Professor of Physical Education.
The same year I completed Tennis Training school organised by Faculty of Physical Education in Zagreb, where I was certifed with the degree of Tennis Trainer.
1992.
Attended a course in Munchen, Germany organised by the German Tennis Federation where I was licensed as a Tennis Trainer “B”.
1998.
Obtained a Master degree at the Faculty of Physical Education, Univrsity of Zagreb, Zagreb ( thesis: “Biomechanic analysis of two footwork techniques in tennis service” ).

1994.-1996.
Upon the request of the Croatian Tennis Asociation I returned to Croatia and started to work as a coach with selected juniors up to 14. years of age.
1995.
Since 1995. I have lectured “Antropological analysis of tennis” at the Tenis coach School founded at Faculty of Physical Education, University of Zagreb, Zagreb. Also I worked closely with Croatian Fed-cup captain Mr. Vjeran Friščić on educating future Tennis instructors in Croatia.
1998.
Elected to be Croatian team captain for juniors under 14, and also member of The Croatian Tennis Asociation Sports Committee.
2000. -2002.
I worked for ITF as a travelling coach for under 14 boys and girls.
2002.
Become responsible person for coaches education (tennis) by Croatian Olympic committiee.
2003.
Became ITF/Tennis Europe Development Officer for Europe.

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I agree with ITF Worldwide Coaches Conference 2009 conditions

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