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Interesting to see this passage in an article written by Ewen McKenzie (Waratah and Wallaby) critising Clarkson's approach to preparing for a match.
http://www.rugbyheaven.smh.com.au/n...-how-to-prepare/2006/03/17/1142582525396.html
http://www.rugbyheaven.smh.com.au/n...-how-to-prepare/2006/03/17/1142582525396.html
IT IS 4am and I'm tapping away. No, I'm not in love with my computer, I simply can't get used to the Perth time zone. Three hours behind doesn't sound much if you say it quickly but after three mornings starting at this time, it's wearing a bit thin.
The Hawthorn Hawks arrived on Thursday and set up camp in our hotel. Apart from having the same sponsor as us they are also in town to do battle. They play at the same time as us against the West Coast Eagles but have given themselves less than 24 hours to acclimatise. I reckon if I knocked on Alistair Clarkson's door right now he'd be watching Sunrise on delay from the east as well.
Where am I going with all this? Preparation is paramount. As coaches and players we spend much of our time tinkering around the edges to achieve the best performance on the night. For me, the key aspects of performance are physical condition, skill, game plan and attitude. You could add others, create sub-headings but I like to keep things in simple terms.
The Hawthorn Hawks arrived on Thursday and set up camp in our hotel. Apart from having the same sponsor as us they are also in town to do battle. They play at the same time as us against the West Coast Eagles but have given themselves less than 24 hours to acclimatise. I reckon if I knocked on Alistair Clarkson's door right now he'd be watching Sunrise on delay from the east as well.
Where am I going with all this? Preparation is paramount. As coaches and players we spend much of our time tinkering around the edges to achieve the best performance on the night. For me, the key aspects of performance are physical condition, skill, game plan and attitude. You could add others, create sub-headings but I like to keep things in simple terms.
