This assignment will be looking at the methods of coaching in the sport of Cricket and the relevant factors, which affect the performance. Finding out the different styles of coaching/ teaching used in Cricket, for beginners through to advanced players, comparing the theories of the different styles and assessing them will be my aim for the assignment. Also identified will be the different outcomes in Cricket from each of the different coaching styles used, therefore allowing me to identify the best style and why it would be most appropriate.

There are four main types of “coaching” styles (shown below). The style adopted by a coach will depend on the situation and circumstances under which coach is put in. Also shown are different types of guidance. The type of guidance used is based on the learners and the activity being learnt:

· Command Style – Coach gives direct instructions, which are to be followed exactly. Often used when dealing with large groups or in potentially dangerous situations.

· Reciprocal Style – Learning from each other, pair work. Needs close monitoring otherwise incorrect techniques may be adopted. Performer has to have

Now the assignment will progress to see if the styles of coaching and guidance have to change for advanced students.

· Variable Practice – Varied drills, constantly changing

As shown from the research it is clear that all types of guidance are used, just some more than others. From the coaches interviewed, a reciprocal style is favoured when they are coaching cricket to beginners. Also favoured was Manual guidance, allowing the coach to show the learner the skill and the right technique (which is vital), then keeping them closely monitored to develop the “perfect” technique, producing a better player.

the communication and analysis skills this style demands.

Some topics in this essay:
Willington CC, Jeremy Askew, Variable Practice, Performance Cricket, Reciprocal Style, Mechanical Guidance, Visual Guidance, Verbal Guidance, Command Style, Guided Discovery, advanced students, command style, coaching styles, guided discovery, reciprocal style, massed practice, practice �, variable practice, � coach, advanced level, guidance � coach, manual/ mechanical guidance,