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Organize Customized Developmental Plans
“A goal without a deliberate, customized plan …
is just a dream.”
Effective developmental plans are based on the athlete’s competency levels, efficiencies, and deficiencies, as well as long-term career goals. Self-assessment is often inaccurate, so I recommend enlisting an experienced coach to provide feedback.
Athletes attending school routinely rotate from math to science to English – the school methodology. This structure produces well-rounded adults. Tennis training components are similar to school classes. Preparing for pressure requires the development of each component. Tennis instruction should consist of tennis-specific off-court/athleticism, primary & secondary stroke development, pattern repetition, sets, mental/emotional classroom sessions, match play video analysis, and tournament competition.
When a plan is in writing, you have the ability to track and measure the progress and hold the athlete and their entourage accountable for execution. Each plan should include goal dates to measure progress. Plan on revising the athlete’s development plan every 3-6 months.
