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introducing pressure to the training environment

I am interested in simulating the pressures of competition. Do any coaches have any tips or drills that can be incorporated into the training environment that add pressure/stress for the athlete and by doing this it will hopefully allow athlete to adapt to pressure. thanks!!

2 Ball Warm Up

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Coach throws 2 balls at the same time (Different heights). Player tries to catch both balls in the air.

2 Ball Warm Up

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Coach throws 2 balls at the same time (Different heights). Player tries to catch both balls in the air.

Newton michelleCoach, Canada

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Annabel DunnillCoach, England

Hi Newton,

Good question. Unfortunately I find that nothing will be able to replicate the pressure or stress of a competitive match or competition. I would suggest entering your players into local tournaments or organising exhibition matches.

This will allow your athletes to experience pressure first hand, understand how well they're able to perform under it as well as find ways to deal with it to improve their own performance.

Hope this helps.

Archie