TGfU SIG 40th Anniversary Conference- König & Ünal

Описание: TGfU SIG 40th Anniversary Conference:

Adopting TGfU Principles into Adolescent High Performance Soccer – An Explorative Study

Authors: Prof. Dr. Stefan König [1] & Can Ünal [2]

[1] University of Education, Weingarten (Germany)
[2] FC Bayern München, München (Germany)

Abstract:
Introduction
Although Bunker and Thorpe‘s model (1982) with its path-breaking idea of connecting the teaching of tactical behaviour and skill execution was published 40 years ago this approach only matters marginally in coach education in Germany. This is critical because successful talent development requires creative and intelligent behaviour in game situations (Memmert & König, 2019). Additionally, the international competition puts pressure on talent development to keep pace with other nations. Before this background we conducted an explorative study with players and coaches to find out if applying the teaching principles of TGfU are appreciated and which advantages are associated with it.

Methods and Data
In our study both coaches and players were asked to watch an exemplary videotaped training unit on “offering and releasing“, which was designed according to the central principles of TGfU. Subsequently, we interviewed all participants by using semi-guided interviews, which were transcribed and analysed applying Kuckartz’s (2016) technique of Qualitative Content Analysis (QCA).

Summary of Findings
Our findings show that all coaches regard Bunker and Thorpe’s approach as gainful. The same holds true for players who attributed a high potential to the short reflections because they believe that these lead on to improve game appreciation. This again causes mainly positive experiences and a greater motivation, a result that corresponds with Uppal & Vaconcelos (2012), who described a positive influence of TGfU on cognitive and affective factors. Additionally, the pedagogical structure of TGfU was regarded as an indicator for enhancing joy of playing; this was mainly attributed to the issues of perceived game reality and functionality of interlinking games and exercises.

Conclusions and Key Contributions
With regard to the professional development of coaches, we can conclude that by implementing TGfU into adolescents soccer practice coaches will be able to enhance their players’ cognitive parameters and will get more motivated athletes. Furthermore, communication and reflection might enrich talent development.

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