06-08-2012, 02:15 PM
Quote:Why not do that. Show me who has not benefited from going to the Euros (please don't use names as that would be just wrong). You will find they are very much in the minority
Andy,
I am not suggesting that players do not learn anything at all rather it is not an effective or efficient method on its own.
A simple look at the grading lists and the list of players that have attended these events does not suggest sending players has produced significant numbers of significantly better players - nor even more motivated (based on those that stop playing).
I think the current approach to ensure that the younger juniors are all getting coached is spot on and hopefully will ensure that players that attend these events in future are better equipped not just to learn the lessons on offer but to hand out a few as well!