Analysing Performance in Sport

Question 1

3A. Structures.

Answer 1

• Way in which the team is organised for a match.

- A key consideration is formation.

Question 2

3A. Strategies.

Answer 2

• Methods applied to performance to help maximise the chance of success.
• Tactics.
• Coaches hope to showcase the best talents of their team/athletes.
• Designed to stop the main threats of their opposition.

Question 3

3A. Compositional Elements.

Answer 3

• Series of planned movements in a specifically designed manner.
• Required in sports such as dance and gymnastics.

1. Space.
2. Dynamics.
3. Rhythm.
4. Relationships.

Question 4

3A. 1: Space.

Answer 4

• Being aware of the spaces available.
• Deciding on a plan for movements in this space.
• Some movements may be executed on the floor and in the air.

Question 5

3A. 2: Dynamics.

Answer 5

• Explosive, strong and powerful movements.
• Requires a lot of energy.
• Appealing for spectators.

Question 6

3A. Rhythm.

Answer 6

• Way in which the skills of movement patterns are executed.
• Having full control over the flow.
• Displaying high levels of coordination.
• Uninterrupted, smooth and aesthetically pleasing.
• Control over the timing.

Question 7

3A. 4: Relationships.

Answer 7

• Sharing a relationship with space, objects, other performers and with the audience.
• A partner balance during a gymnastics floor routine requires trust and communication between the two performers.
• Props may be used to assist performance.

Question 8

3A. Modifying Structures and Strategy (RAR Method).

Answer 8

Step 1: Recognise.
Step 2: Anticipate.
Step 3: React.

Question 9

3A. Step 1 - Recognise.

Answer 9

• Identify and constantly review what areas of performance are working well and what areas need improvement/modifying.
• Recognising strengths and weaknesses.

Question 10

3A. Step 2 - Anticipate.

Answer 10

• Anticipate what might happen if the current structures and strategies are maintained.
• Anticipate what might happen if they are modified.

Question 11

3A. Step 3 - React.

Answer 11

• Recognising the issues with the current performance and anticipating what might happen, coaches should take appropriate action.
• Can result in change in structure/strategy/personnel.