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2 years ago
Andre Burger
Andre Burger
Cricket Coach
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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Emotions can have a significant impact on performance in cricket. When players experience intense emotions such as anxiety, fear, or anger, it can affect their focus, decision-making abilities, and physical performance, all of which can impact their overall performance on the field. Here are some ways emotions can impact performance in cricket:

· Focus: Emotions can impact a player's ability to focus on the game. When players are anxious or angry, for example, their attention can be diverted from the game, making them less able to focus on the task at hand.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/720/andre-burger/blog/2187/emotions-the-impact-on-performance
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2 years ago
Fitzroy Doncaster Cricket Club
Fitzroy Doncaster Cricket Club
Melbourne, Australia
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Fitzroy Doncaster Cricket Club First Grade Premiers 1960-61

Back Row – G. Harvey, E. Illingworth, B. Puglia

Middle Row – R. Francis (Secretary), I. Deany, M. Warren, P. Allen, L. Davison, W. Heller, C. Adams, W. Jacobs (President)

Front Row – D. Anderson, G. Deany, R. Furlong (Vice-Captain), J. Potter (Captain), B. Kline, B. Harvey, R. Harvey

St Kilda First Innings – 137. Illingworth 4 for 40, R. Harvey 4 for 32

Fitzroy Doncaster First Innings – 280. Furlong 88, Anderson 71

St Kilda 2nd Innings – Illingworth 3 for 61, Adams 4 for 46, R. Harvey 3 for 54

Fitzroy Doncaster 2nd Innings – 0 for 70

Fitzroy Doncaster defeated St Kilda outright by 10 wickets

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2 years ago
Matt Ellis
Matt Ellis
Cricket Coach
Dubbo, NSW, Australia
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Ashton Agar is particularly likeable, mainly due to the first impressions rule. How could you not love a guy who played as he did in his Test debut, making 98 batting at number 11? The following year, over 400 baby boys in Australia were named Ashton. It is highly likely that at least some of these children were named after AC Agar.

What does this have to do with Taylor Swift?

How about we think a bit more deeply about this, shall we?

Taylor Alison Swift came into the world in December 1989, and according to the highly reliable Wikipedia profile, the famous American singer-songwriter was named after music legend James Taylor.

I propose another potentially ambitious and less likely argument that TA Swift may have been named after MA Taylor

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2 years ago
Andrew Gokel
Andrew Gokel
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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As a frequently battling and struggling Shires cricketer I thought it might be interesting to reflect on the former First Grade cricketers who came down to play Shires cricket. Apologies for any inaccurate recollections or wrong names.

I started playing Shires in 1980 as a 17-year-old and was made aware of several opponents who had First Grade experience playing in, what was then called Sydney Grade Cricket. They seemed to be older players who had slipped down a level as there was a much smaller time and training commitment playing Shires or were playing with friends and maybe former team mates. I don’t think there was much financial inducement in those days.

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2 years ago
Matthew Mott
Matthew Mott
Cricket Coach
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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Further evidence to great coaches creating a legacy was in one of Rod Marsh’s finest students Ricky Ponting. I grew up playing against Ricky and he was, without doubt, a prodigy, head and shoulders above the next best of his age. Ricky had always been very generous with his time when we have crossed paths and often popped his head in when I was Head Coach of NSW to make observations of some of our young players.

I had two encounters with Ricky that have made me realise he could become a truly great coach and take coaching in Australia to another level.

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2 years ago
Les Eastaway
Les Eastaway
Taree, New South Wales, Australia
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As a lover of cricket it was certainly not a chore for Les Eastaway to research and write about the sport. Following the compilation of ‘Cricket in the Manning’, he chose to research and document cricket in the township of Inverell and nearby regions.

The 2012-13 season opened with Les spending the first of six summers scoring for a local town team.

Two double centuries in the opening weeks whet his appetite to ‘dig’ for prominent big scores and admirable bowling performances. He unearthed a tarnished trophy, the cup and some fine stats became his ‘baby’ to compile enough notes to enable a book of Sapphire City cricket tracing over one hundred years.

The book is titled, ‘Inverell Cricketers, Curators and Centuries.’

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2 years ago
Anthony Zaptis
Anthony Zaptis
Student
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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I’m 19 and bowl leg spin.
Sometimes I change where my front foot lands on the crease to add variety as the release point of the ball isn’t in the same spot all the time for the batter to get used to.
A bowling coach suggested “if you vary where you start your run up by 40cm and let your front foot land in the same position. That way the batter won’t pick up any subtle differences at the time I release the ball but the different angle in the run up will create the variety you’re looking for.”
He said the batter probably won’t pick up on the different starting point of your run up.
Is this good advice? I’d like to get some other opinions.

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2 years ago
Andre Burger
Andre Burger
Cricket Coach
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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Neuro Batting: Optimising Batting Performance through Neuroscience

We are excited to announce the upcoming launch of our "Neuro Batting" program, a progressive approach to cricket training that integrates the latest advances in neuroscience with traditional batting methods. This program is designed to improve batting skills and fundamentally enhance the cognitive aspects of batting performance under pressure.

🧠 Whether you're looking to refine your skills or coach others to reach their potential, Neuro Batting offers the tools to succeed.

🧠 At the heart of Neuro Batting is our commitment to understanding the brain's role in batting. Through meticulous research and innovative technology, we've developed training methods that enhance neural efficiency, decision-making speed, and focus—all crucial elements for a batter wanting to perform under pressure.

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· Key Assessment Areas:
- Vision
- Cognition
- Psychological
· Neurofeedback Training: To improve concentration and reduce response times.
· Cognitive Simulations: High-intensity drills that mimic game situations to boost strategic thinking and mental agility.

This program is perfect for ambitious cricketers aiming to elevate their game and coaches dedicated to nurturing top-tier talent. By understanding and training the brain, our athletes can achieve exceptional levels of performance.

🔗 Join us as we unveil more details about Neuro Batting and prepare to transform the way you play. Our official launch is approaching, and we can't wait to share this journey with you.

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2 years ago
Peter Langston
Peter Langston
Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia
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First published in 1946 (I read a 1947 edition), the focus of the book is the Bodyline tour by England in 1932-33. It indeed occupies the first half of the book but references to it are sprinkled through the second half as well. Fingleton's candour dropped him into controversy throughout both his playing and writing career and this book was one of the chief reasons for his opponents' attacks.
Not surprisingly, given his robust criticisms of the demigod Bradman, the former captain was most upset by this volume.
Fingleton questioned Bradman's ability and fortitude against the short, fast bowling of England during that heated summer on and off the field when the members at Lords first struggled with their understanding of the Spirit of Cricket. Once the unflinching opener covered in bruises, Fingleton backs his assertions with with descriptions of incidents when he struggled against that form of attack but stood firm. His claim that Bradman ran whilst others stood and took it, stirred a hornets nest but it was the evidence he presented to defend himself against the claim made by Bradman that he leaked the famous Woodfull line to the press - "their are two teams out there. One of them is trying to play cricket; the other is not" - is not only refuted here but played straight back at Bradman.
The second half delivers player portraits and descriptions of other matches he both played in and observed. All is penned in his wonderful prose which stands through time. With a foreword by Sir Neville Cardus and the observations of a man who still once held the record for the most Test 100's in consecutive innings until Everton Weekes 5 topped him, his legendary toughness and durability shine through in his writing.
This is probably the best book written about cricket by an Australian author and set a standard which others such as Gideon Haigh have measured up to but never surpassed. Essential reading for a balanced view of Bradman's impact on Australian cricket and society and to be reminded just how beautiful the game can be in the hands of a wordsmith.
You might need a library or a collector to find it but the search will reward you.

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2 years ago
Cricket NSW
Cricket NSW
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Cricket NSW and Sport4All, a program that works towards disability inclusion in grassroots sport, have forged a partnership, aiming to champion inclusion in cricket through education and training initiatives.

This collaboration reinforces CNSW’s commitment to fostering an inclusive sporting environment where everyone, including those with a disability, feel welcomed and valued.

Julie Stafford, Female Engagement and Diversity & Inclusion Manager, Cricket NSW, said:

“Cricket NSW are delighted to work with Sport4All as an education and training partner on disability inclusion.

https://www.cricketnsw.com.au/news/4010664/cricket-nsw-joins-hands-with-sport4all-to-champion-inclusion-in-cricket
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