Ciaran Deely is joined by sport scientist & coach Ross Bennett to discuss the technical, tactical, and psycho-social aspects of planning a pre-season programme. Topics they touch on are:

- technical practice to suit the physical loading

- opportunities to coach the individual

- attacking/defending/transition principles of play

- embedding basic tactics early

- balancing individual/unit/team shape work

- welcoming new players

- space for team-building & creating an environment of excellence

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