2nd game of the season, today
as promised, here are my goals for today's game:2nd Game Oct. 11, 2008:
• Plan to reduce stress before the game.
o Get there early. If possible, go to the hotel before the game and spend some time alone to get ready for the game.
o Sleep a lot the night before.
o Eat healthy.
o Chat with a friend …
• Consistency/High quality calls consistent with the criteria and points of emphasis
o Search for the best possible spot. Move constantly but make decisions from a stationary position (don’t rush).
o Apply criteria from the first second. Game starts with a jumpball ,not after the first foul call from your partner.
o Focus on your primary area of responsibility, trust your partner, be ready to help if absolutely necessary for the game.
o Be ready for changes in style of play, intensity, and so on. React as soon as possible without being overly strict.
o POE: hand checking, off the ball fouls, low-post.
o Apply advantage/disadvantage, especially on attempts for a fieldgoal, passes and penetration.
• Communicate with partners during the game
o Have a lot of meaningful eye contact. Give each other feedback using nonverbal communication. Try not to lose eye contact due to too narrow a focus in phases with more pressure and higher intensity on the court.
• Be open and communicate proactively with players/coaches. Allow positive emotions.
o Before the game take your time and feel yourself. What’s your attitude towards the game, how do you feel? Try to create a positive feeling. Ask your partners before the pre-game conference to give you time for this.
o During the game, be approachable. Do not run away from players/coaches who ask questions in an acceptable way. Relax!
o Be aware of your own feelings and thoughts, all the time.
o Treat coaches equally. Emotional, dynamic coach vs. Teddy bear, grandpa type. The rules shall be the same for both of them.
• Have fun and try to reproduce the feeling from the first game of the season. Enjoy yourself!
posted by BBallRef @ 10/11/2008 01:30:00 PM
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