In Singapore context, youth athletes in Singapore have a variety of pathways and excel in sports as well as to be part of a particular sport. From my point of view, the sports development frame in Singapore gives each and every student an opportunity to pursue sports, whereas for those who are really into sports will be given opportunity to keep fit thru sports. Unlike other countries, Singapore school have compulsory Physical Education lesson. On 25th of May 2010, Minister for Education and Second Minister for Defence, Dr. NG Eng. Hen, Unveiled the Ministry of Education(MOE) Physical Education(PE) and sports development Framework. (MOE, 2010 May 25).
The framework consists of three programmes which is, Mass participation programmes, specialized …show more content…
However, in varies on individuals and the sport itself. In most instances, there are pros and cons. For example, starting to early in a specific sport could lead to burnout. Besides experiencing burnout, injuries could be an issue for the athlete on a later date if starting to early. It is essential for young athletes to start specialization at the optimal time. Relating to the JSA programme and LTAD, it would actually have a high percentage for the athlete to stay active for life. (Balyi, I., Way, R., & Higgs, C. …show more content…
A good coach is not only determined on how many medals or trophies won for the team. First of all, to the coach should earn the respect of the athlete. This is so that there will not be any conflicts, and to create a positive training environment for both players and coaches. Being a coach for adolescent, it is not just about winning, to teach impart players with the right attitude, morals and life-skills on and off the pitch are essential as well. “Coach for life, not just the game”, a coach builds character and winners. (John wooden). Overall teaching which includes the game skills, knowledge and life skills makes a good coach. It is the duty of the coach to enforce behaviors in and out the court (building character). At the end of the day, people recognize and remember you for who you are, not for the trophies you have won. Coaches are the ones making impact on the journey of the young athletes. The common goal is to win championship but at the same time, to ensure that the athletes have the necessary experience and skills to climb onto the next level of their path, building winners. (Benzel, D. (2012, June
The framework consists of three programmes which is, Mass participation programmes, specialized …show more content…
However, in varies on individuals and the sport itself. In most instances, there are pros and cons. For example, starting to early in a specific sport could lead to burnout. Besides experiencing burnout, injuries could be an issue for the athlete on a later date if starting to early. It is essential for young athletes to start specialization at the optimal time. Relating to the JSA programme and LTAD, it would actually have a high percentage for the athlete to stay active for life. (Balyi, I., Way, R., & Higgs, C. …show more content…
A good coach is not only determined on how many medals or trophies won for the team. First of all, to the coach should earn the respect of the athlete. This is so that there will not be any conflicts, and to create a positive training environment for both players and coaches. Being a coach for adolescent, it is not just about winning, to teach impart players with the right attitude, morals and life-skills on and off the pitch are essential as well. “Coach for life, not just the game”, a coach builds character and winners. (John wooden). Overall teaching which includes the game skills, knowledge and life skills makes a good coach. It is the duty of the coach to enforce behaviors in and out the court (building character). At the end of the day, people recognize and remember you for who you are, not for the trophies you have won. Coaches are the ones making impact on the journey of the young athletes. The common goal is to win championship but at the same time, to ensure that the athletes have the necessary experience and skills to climb onto the next level of their path, building winners. (Benzel, D. (2012, June