CRICKET JOBS: Coach Education and Development Manager - Cricket Tasmania (Aus)
Closing date: 6th May 2015
Cricket Tasmania is the governing body of cricket in Tasmania promoting and developing the game throughout the state. As a unique and iconic sporting organisation it has responsibility for all aspects of the sport within Tasmania from junior cricket and coaching programs through to professional players, coaches and umpires. Cricket Tasmania has a clear vision for cricket to be Tasmania’s favourite sport and a strong commitment to High Performance, leading to its outstanding reputation within Tasmania and on the national stage for developing players and the game.
CRICKET JOBS: Senior Systems and Network Engineer - Cricket Australia (Aus)
Closing date: 4th May 2015
Title: Senior Systems & Network Engineer
Function: Technology
Location: Perth
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Description
Cricket Australia (CA) is one of the nation’s premier sporting bodies, with the vision for Cricket to be Australia’s favourite sport and a sport for all. CA offers an exciting and dynamic working environment, and is responsible for overseeing and developing cricket on a national level.
Cricket Show S6 Episode 15: Overcoming the Fear
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We all have a had a fear of the ball at some stage, yet it's rarely discussed. So on the show Sam Lavery Mark Garaway and David Hinchliffe get into the hidden fears.
Plus there are questions about trigger moves and back foot play, and how to judge the difference between doing work that you like and doing drills that challenge you out of your comfort zone. It's a delicate balance but the team have the answers.
Listen in to find out.
How to Use Matches to Inspire Awesome Cricket Solutions
It's been an exceptional start.
Millfield School started the cricket season this week with two unbeaten Festival wins in the Under 15's and Meyers XI (U18's). We have seen lots of evidence of the winter work paying dividends. A number of players have hit personal best scores or wicket hauls.
However, the rigours of match play exposed a couple of glaring holes in the U15s bowling attack from both a mental and tactical perspective. This forced Steve Wilson (Assistant Coach) and me to think on our feet.
In the first game of the festival, our bowling attack conceded 22 wides in only 50 overs.
Keep a Training Log to Improve Your Cricket
We often say cricket is a mental game.
We often say measured training breeds success.
One perfect tool to handle these things is a training log.
Batting Drill: Picking Length
In this exclusive video, IPL Talent Scout and Academy coach, Monty Desai has a drill to help young players work on picking length without premeditating.
In the video you will see him work with a player who makes a small technical error, and then corrects it through some focused work.
You can view the video here:
Video Coaching from One of England's All Time Wicket Takers
PitchVision Academy are delighted to announce JIMMY613, the video-based coaching guide from English swing bowling hero, Jimmy Anderson.
In the online course, you'll find the most comprehensive guide to fast bowling available.
We are delighted that Jimmy has chosen to let PitchVision see how he has become such a high class and long lasting bowler. Now you can join the ride.
Cricket Show 305: Competition Winner
This week's winner of the Cricket Show podcast question competition is Curt. He wins a free coaching course from PitchVision Academy.
The winning question was,
Cricket Mental Training: The Complete Guide
Mental preparation is often overlooked in cricket. We all say how important it is, then go back to the nets for another hit. But it's simple to improve your mental game without ever having to see a shrink. You simply need to be aware of how to do it.
CRICKET JOBS: Service Desk and Desktop Manager - ECB (UK)
Closing date: 5th May 2015
The Service Desk and Desktop Manager’s role is to oversee all Service Desk and Infrastructure staff and ensure that end users are receiving the appropriate assistance.