Lecturer Information

  • Name: Dr. Oliver Barley, PhD
  • Office: 19.393
  • E-mail: o.barley@ecu.edu.au
  • Research Areas:
    • Thermal stress
    • Hydration
    • Combat sports
    • Netball
    • General exercise physiology

Unit Objectives

  1. Needs Analysis
    • Develop a needs analysis specific to team sport athletes.
  2. Assessment Data Utilization
    • Optimize strength and conditioning prescription using assessment data.
  3. Age and Gender Considerations
    • Consider strength and conditioning for varying ages, genders, and playing statuses.
  4. Maximal Strength, Power, and Endurance
    • Develop these attributes in team sport athletes.
  5. Aerobic Endurance
    • Focus on enhancing aerobic endurance for team sport athletes.
  6. Speed and Sprinting
    • Enhance straight line speed and repeated sprint ability.
  7. Agility Development
    • Programs for programmable and reactive agility.
  8. Flexibility Training
    • Importance of flexibility in team sports.
  9. Periodization
    • Considerations for strength and conditioning periodization.

Laboratory Attendance Guidelines

  • Mandatory participation in weekly lab activities for unit pass eligibility.
  • Alternative participation forms must be negotiated with the coordinator in case of legitimate absence (e.g., illness).
  • Consequences:
    • Failure to participate may lead to an FI (Fail Incomplete) grade.
  • Refer to unit plan for more details.

Assessment Information

  • Training Program Case Study: Week 7 (20%)
  • Mid-semester Test: Week 8 (25%)
  • Research Assessment: Week 12 (30%)
  • Final Examination: Exam period (25%)
  • See Canvas for specific deadlines.

Training Program Case Study Details

  • Aim: Develop strength and conditioning programs for team sport athletes and present clearly to coaching staff.
  • Deliverables:
    • Create a 6-week training program with justification for the assigned client.
  • Client Information:
    • Sport/position, competitive level, current team schedule, time in season, injury history, current training load.

Training Program Requirements

  • Structure plan logically, ensuring adequate recovery (16 marks).
  • Develop strength/power relevant to the sport (16 marks).
  • Address physiological demands through aerobic/anaerobic functions (24 marks).
  • Consider athlete’s role and injury history for specificity (12 marks).
  • Provide a justification referencing scientific literature (12 marks).
  • Include at least 5 peer-reviewed journal articles (4 marks).
  • Presentation quality is also assessed (4 marks).

Research Assignment Overview

  • Objective: Gain a deeper understanding in designing and delivering strength and conditioning programs for team sport athletes.
  • Key components: Clear and logical presentation of scientific information.
  • Structure follows guidelines from the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research.
  • Suggested reference: La Bounty et al. (2011) on mixed martial arts strength and conditioning considerations.

Research Assignment Topics

  1. Physical and Physiological Requirements
  2. Appropriate Training Approaches
  3. Tailoring Training for Diverse Populations
  4. Competition Stages Considerations
  5. General Principles of Periodization
  6. Example Training Weeks

Assignment Formatting Guidelines

  • General Requirements (10 marks):
    • Written in English, UK spelling, word-processed, 1.5 or 2 spacing, 11 or 12 font size.
  • Title/Cover Page: Must include name, student ID, demonstrator name, tutorial time, and title.
  • Abstract (5 marks):
    • Max 300 words summarizing the paper and conclusions.
  • Introduction (5 marks):
    • Background literature summarization including sport significance.

Detailed Sections for Research Assessment

  • Physical and Physiological Requirements (10 marks):
    • Describe important traits and energy systems while linking them to performance.
  • Training Capacities Development (20 marks):
    • Explain training methods and protocols for team sports with position considerations.
  • Tailoring Training (15 marks):
    • Focus on a specific population and customize training guidelines.
  • Periodized Program Design (20 marks):
    • Apply periodization principles to the team sport.
  • Example Training Weeks (10 marks):
    • Design pre-season and in-season training plans with rationale.
  • Referencing (5 marks):
    • Minimum of 10 peer-reviewed articles plus books if necessary.

Submission Details

  • Must be submitted via Turnitin; plagiarism strict policies apply.
  • Late Submission Penalty: -5% per day including weekends.
  • Seek extensions only under extraordinary circumstances.

Preparation Next Steps

  • Attend lab class for practical exercise experience.
  • Start resource gathering for assignments.
  • Prepare for upcoming lectures on Periodization for team sports.

Closing

  • Thank You for Participating!
  • Location: ECU, Australia
  • Date: 25/02/2022