2018

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Seeking the Edge of Chaos

Player Development Project

What place does chaos have in development? Co-founder of myfastestmile and top PDP contributor, Mark Upton shares a thought provoking article on the balance between chaos and order and how it might impact on the environments we create, referencing the work of FC Barcelona.

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Snowman’s Playground

Elementary PE Teacher

This week’s post is a description of the PE activity “Snowman’s Playground” Snowman’s Playground is a fun indoor winter activity (as long as you have a gym or an auditorium).

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Developing Physical Literacy through Dance

i-phys-ed

Last year I was lucky enough to experience the incredible DancePl3y program in my school.

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Classroom Fitness: Challenge Students with Fitness Fridays

Moving Minds Blog

Friday classroom fitness challenges are a great and quick way to get my students moving! On Fridays, I introduce a new exercise and we practice it a few times throughout the day.

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PE, Pumpkins and Trick or Treat

The PE Shed

Halloween is like Marmite, you either love it or you hate it. Whether you have started carving your pumpkin or you hope Halloween blows by like the wind, we have some Physical Education resources that will have your students screaming in excitement this Halloween in your PE classes. ,

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Great video to show teens about JUULs

The Healthy Teacher

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Creating A Healthy Parent/Coach Relationship: Podcast Episode #5

I Love to Watch You Play

Creating A Healthy Parent/Coach Relationship Podcast UCLA head coach Amanda Cromwell & guest J.P. Nerbun join Alex Flanagan and Asia Mape to discuss this oftentimes tricky and stressful relationship and ways to improve it. adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});

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Winter Activities, Jump Rope Tricks, Volleyball Games, Hot Potato

Carly's P.E. Games

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to everyone! My students have had a great month filled with tons of activities. Check Winter Activities out the long lists of skills we've been practicing since my last post: 1. Winter Activities - Check out these video links!

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6 Apps to Kickstart Your PE Classroom and Keep Kids Motivated

PE Teacher EDU

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How to Integrate Players in a New Environment

Player Development Project

Social dynamics are a crucial part of any team environment. Integrating new players and ensuring they have a positive experience is a key component of coaching.

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El Clásico: More Than a Game

Player Development Project

In this Masterclass Discussion, PDP Lead Researcher, James Vaughan shares part four of the FC Barcelona series, developed after James’ 12 months living in Barcelona.

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Live Session: 4 v 4 + 4

Player Development Project

In our very first PDP Live Session, UEFA A licensed coach, Dave Wright hits the training ground to demonstrate a 4 v 4 + 4 possession and positional practice.

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How do I help apprehensive young players with their confidence?

Player Development Project

The question this week comes from Chris, via email: “How do I help young players with their confidence when they are showing signs of being apprehensive or nervous about getting more involved at training?”

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Classroom PE Activities

Elementary PE Teacher

I have received requests from fellow physical educators regarding PE activities that can be performed in a small space – such as a classroom setting. Some teachers aren’t blessed with a gymnasium and have to hold their classes in classrooms, lunchrooms or any open space they can find.

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How do you structure a training session?

Player Development Project

The question this week comes from Elliott, via Twitter: “How do coaches structure sessions? I know it depends on the topic, but I’d love to hear more from a typical session?”

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The Gift

Player Development Project

What experience are you delivering as a coach and what legacy are you leaving for young people? PE Teacher and blogger, Sporticus reflects on his own practice and evolution as a coach, outlining the importance of creating environments for children that go beyond just playing sport. ‘If

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Coach Communication with Stephen Rollnick

Player Development Project

Professor Stephen Rollnick is a clinical psychologist with over 30 years experience. In this Masterclass Discussion, Stephen joins PDP Co-founder, Dave Wright for an in depth discussion on coach communication, the skill of motivational interviewing and much more.

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Birmingham City FC: How to Create an Exceptional Learning Environment

Player Development Project

In this Masterclass Discussion, PDP Editor Dave Wright hosts Birmingham City Assistant Academy Manager, Stuart English. Stuart has vast experience in player development having worked at Luton Town FC, Brentford FC and Birmingham City.

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Practice Design: Players & The Environment

Player Development Project

Coach and researcher, Ben Galloway shares a video about the importance of opposition in session design and of interactions between players in skill acquisition.

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Should I Consider Becoming a Specialist Coach?

Player Development Project

The question this week comes from Sarah, via email: “Should you specialise, or coach across all age groups?” Your Turn: Ask PDP Anything Do you have a coaching question that we might be able to help with? We would love to hear from you! Here’s what you can do: 1.

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Why is Abusive Coaching Tolerated in Sports?

Player Development Project

Throughout sports history there have been examples of militant coaches and stories of those who go too far on the sideline. However, the line can be crossed and coaches must recognise the position of influence they have on young athletes lives.

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Fun Halloween Games

Elementary PE Teacher

This post is for all fellow PE teachers out there. Since October 31 is right around the corner, I thought I would write a post on fun Halloween games you can use with your PE classes.

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How to Develop Footballers of the Future

Player Development Project

In this Masterclass Discussion, PDP Editor Dave Wright hosts Wellington Phoenix FC Academy Director, Paul Temple.

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Cooperative Games to Boost Activity in the Classroom

Moving Minds Blog

Students cooperating with each other has become an even a bigger push in education over the last couple of years. It is also a great way to increase physical activity in the classroom. What teachers need to realize is that most students do not know how to work together.

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Redefining Masculinity in Rugby Cultures

Player Development Project

Masculinity plays a huge role in how male coaches communicate and behave and how young men and boys express themselves in sporting environments.

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Is There Value in a Pattern of Play?

Player Development Project

The question this week comes from Pete, via the PDP Facebook Page: “I see a lot of passing patterns online. What do you think of them?” Your Turn: Ask PDP Anything Do you have a coaching question that we might be able to help with? We would love to hear from you! Here’s what you can do: 1.

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Great video to show teens about JUULs

The Healthy Teacher

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Activities to Help Build Relationships in the Classroom

Moving Minds Blog

Starting off the school year with cooperative activities is an excellent way to have students learn about each other and teach them how to work well together and for each other.

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Redefining Success: An Individual Approach to Player Development

Player Development Project

In this Masterclass Discussion, PDP Editor and UEFA A licensed coach, Dave Wright shares a presentation on how coaches can develop individuals within the group.

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What Would you Prioritise in a Short Pre-Season?

Player Development Project

The question this week comes from Neil, via the PDP Facebook Page: “I start coaching a University team this month. I have not been involved with them before and clearly there will be new students involved for the first time also. We have 3 training sessions and one friendly before the season starts.

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Game Centred Approaches with Dr Stephen Harvey

i-phys-ed

Putting games at the centre of his physical education and coaching approach is something that Dr. Stephen Harvey excels at.

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