Can move over the whole court, but
not the goal circles.
Acts as a link player between the
defence third and the attacking third.
Uses one on one defence against
opposing centre.
Skills of passing, footwork and
vision.
* Play to enjoy: enjoy to succeed
* Mental preparation is linked to
physical preparation.
If you prepare
yourself well physically, then your
mind will be
clearer and ready to face
the challenges of the game.
* Develop an understanding for the role of all positions
on court.
* Set yourself challenges when you are working the ball
on court
e.g. beat the defence. Pass the ball on without
the defence being near.
* Develop wide vision so that you can take in the whole
picture of what is happening ahead of you.
* Work on the movement of the ball on court rather than
how you are going to get free.
* Be a “trier” on defence.
Develop an inner desire to go for the ball