Elite Rugby Union Players Perceptions of Performance Analysis

被引:34
作者
Francis, John [1 ]
Jones, Gareth [1 ]
机构
[1] Univ Worcester, Inst Sport & Exercise Sci, St Johns WR2 6AJ, Worcs, England
关键词
qualitative research; elite sport; player's perceptions; SHORT-TERM-MEMORY; VIDEO-FEEDBACK; EDUCATION; STUDENTS; ENHANCE; LONG;
D O I
10.1080/24748668.2014.11868714
中图分类号
G8 [体育];
学科分类号
04 ; 0403 ;
摘要
This study provides an in depth insight into the current views and opinions of elite level rugby union players regarding the use of performance analysis as a tool for improving their own playing performance and in highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of upcoming opponents. A total of seventy-three elite level rugby union players from two clubs in Great Britain completed a semi-structured questionnaire. Additionally, four players completed a semi-structured interview and following inductive content analysis, four key themes emerged: (1) the use of video for player development, (2) preparing for a match, (3) using video for player reflection in addition to other psychological tools and (4) players suggestions for improvements to the clubs current performance analysis programme. The main finding of the study concludes that players viewed performance analysis as a beneficial and useful tool to support their development and preparation. As a result the study provides an insight into the use of performance analysis within professional rugby union, enabling rugby coaches and practitioners to gain an understanding and appreciation of the players views towards the clubs current provision. Additionally, the findings help build and strengthen the on-going knowledge coaches, analysts and researchers currently have regarding how players perceive performance analysis.
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页码:188 / 207
页数:20
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