Angela ZhengStill reeling from the Sevens experience.
To sum it all up:
Speed
Support play
Swerve runs
Side Stepping
Superb atmosphere/crowd
Stadium
Sportsmanship
Spirit
South Stand
Streakers
Shiok!
Shall update on our games on another post !
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Showing posts with label AZ. Show all posts
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
It's all in the S
Angela ZhengStill reeling from the Sevens experience.
To sum it all up:
Speed
Support play
Swerve runs
Side Stepping
Superb atmosphere/crowd
Stadium
Sportsmanship
Spirit
South Stand
Streakers
Shiok!
Shall update on our games on another post !
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Go, Team!
Angela ZhengIn less than a day, we leave for HK.
In less than 24 hours, this promising young team of 10 will embark on an unforgettable journey.
In less than 24 hours, this promising young team of 10 will embark on an unforgettable journey.
Grouped together with Canada and Arabian Gulf, we are definitely the smallest pack of them all. But 7s is a game of speed and wit. Rugby is about precision. Making the right decision at a split second. Making a good angled run at the right time. Making a difference when you are on the pitch.
In the light of recent trainings, our support play is generally forming up. All of us are aware of the calls being made and are really working hard to be there for one another on attack and defence. Space is the key word on attack. Never never never... what? :p
One of the external factors that we really need to take note of is the slippery conditions during competition. Slippery balls does not equate to slippery hands. When the weather’s good, we can afford to space out, using width and depth. If the weather is bad, we need to be closer to each other. Yes, to provide some warmth and reassurance as well.
Recently, I learnt about intrinsic motivation. It refers to the motivation that comes from inside an individual. The pleasure and satisfaction that one gets from the task itself. I believe that it is very important for each player to understand and learn how to cultivate this brilliant ability. Yes, you can be motivated by monetary rewards, by cheers from the spectators and/or even by a coach’s nod of approval. Ultimately, when skill levels and experience are on par, it all boils down to yourself as a player. Your ability to bring yourself out of the plateau, your ability to encourage yourself especially during fatigue and your ability to bring yourself to another level without any external help.
We all play for the passion for the sport. Each and eveyone of us, without a doubt. What keeps us coming back? What keeps us fighting? What keeps us going on and on? If you lost it, find it and find it quick. We need a team with burning desires and flames of passion. From this moment on, we are one.
Good night, and good luck team.
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Re:
Rainy season, gloomy days.
Fitness sessions, I feel damn suay.
Up down up down, 10 sets more!
My lungs are tired, my legs real sore!
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Dead and Resurrected
Angela Zheng
As how angel would sum it up in one sentence.
The first cut for the National 7s squad has been made, congratulations to one and all.
Trainings for 7s have started for close to a month now. We have been working hard on our passing and catching, basic attacking drills and defence patterns. It’s a nice change to train on astro turf albeit complaints about unknown black substance and prolonged knee pain.
Last night’s training was the start of a physical regime that will encompass endurance running, countless push ups, core exercises, burp ups, speed running, have I said endurance running? And the infamous death slopes.
As much as fitness is a taboo word in my dictionary, i thought it’s about time we started doing more of it. Afterall, it’s all about who can outwit, outplay and outlast in 15 mins. We already have brains.
However, it would have been better if the programme was told beforehand. Mental preparation is always a good thing.
We did mini games after. It was rather frustrating for me because there seemed to be a lack in focus in game plan. The back line is packed with strong ball carriers, speed and is potentially devastating. The forwards are strong and hardworking but somewhat lacking in experience. We need to bring up the volume and communication, guys. Like what has always been emphasized during training, playing for a 40,000 strong crowd will be deafening and if we don’t start talking now, it would be unthinkable in two weeks time. To be able to perfect team dynamics and make use of individual strengths is something I hope to see.
The fortunate thing is that we realised what we had to work on. Weiyi had asked for us to practise our scrummage after training. It was heartening to see a positive learning attitude and eagerness to impart knowledge to team mates from everyone.
If anyone is interested, this is what was done.
1. Tryline to tryline is 1x. 3x = 1 set. Do 1 set within 60 seconds. Do 10 sets with 10 seconds break in between.
2. Push ups, Sit ups, Burpee + star jumps : 50x, 40x, 30x, 20x, 10x
3. 10 sets of dynamic leg raises with range from 90deg, 45deg, 30 deg and 6 inch from the ground (read: 6 feet under)
Here’s to a better looking team in the red and white jerseys. No offence.
dicks
The first cut for the National 7s squad has been made, congratulations to one and all.
Trainings for 7s have started for close to a month now. We have been working hard on our passing and catching, basic attacking drills and defence patterns. It’s a nice change to train on astro turf albeit complaints about unknown black substance and prolonged knee pain.
Last night’s training was the start of a physical regime that will encompass endurance running, countless push ups, core exercises, burp ups, speed running, have I said endurance running? And the infamous death slopes.
As much as fitness is a taboo word in my dictionary, i thought it’s about time we started doing more of it. Afterall, it’s all about who can outwit, outplay and outlast in 15 mins. We already have brains.
However, it would have been better if the programme was told beforehand. Mental preparation is always a good thing.
We did mini games after. It was rather frustrating for me because there seemed to be a lack in focus in game plan. The back line is packed with strong ball carriers, speed and is potentially devastating. The forwards are strong and hardworking but somewhat lacking in experience. We need to bring up the volume and communication, guys. Like what has always been emphasized during training, playing for a 40,000 strong crowd will be deafening and if we don’t start talking now, it would be unthinkable in two weeks time. To be able to perfect team dynamics and make use of individual strengths is something I hope to see.
The fortunate thing is that we realised what we had to work on. Weiyi had asked for us to practise our scrummage after training. It was heartening to see a positive learning attitude and eagerness to impart knowledge to team mates from everyone.
If anyone is interested, this is what was done.
1. Tryline to tryline is 1x. 3x = 1 set. Do 1 set within 60 seconds. Do 10 sets with 10 seconds break in between.
2. Push ups, Sit ups, Burpee + star jumps : 50x, 40x, 30x, 20x, 10x
3. 10 sets of dynamic leg raises with range from 90deg, 45deg, 30 deg and 6 inch from the ground (read: 6 feet under)
Here’s to a better looking team in the red and white jerseys. No offence.
dicks
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