Basics
Recommended Skill Analysis Task
Stage: Identify the stage of the skill that is exhibited (e.g. beginner, intermediate, expert).
Stage Characteristics: Describe 2-3 features of the movement on the video that is characteristic of the stage identified.
What to Change: Identify and describe the most important aspect of the skill that will need to be changed for the subject to improve.
Cue: Write the single most important verbal instructional cue to help the performer improve.
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Purpose
This project has the following primary purposes: (a) to provide video of subjects performing sport skills at varying levels of expertise as a medium for teachers, coaches, and students to practice movement analysis, (b) to provide video demonstration models of sport skills and games for learners, teachers, and coaches, and (c) present a platform for the professional community to contribute video and dialog to more thoroughly accomplish the aforementioned purposes. Read more...

Elizabeth Wood PES 294 Soccer Throw-In
Stage:
Intermediate
Stage Characteristics:
The ball is thrown in with two hands, it is overhead, and the feet are left on the ground. The ball enters the field of play.
What to Change:
It looks as though she is attempting a Long throw-in. She could use more force in her throw.
Cue:
Make sure both feet are on the ground; Arch back and throw with two hands.
Improvement
Stage: Intermediate
Stage Characteristics:
1. Bring the ball behind the head
2. Taking steps and dragging back foot prior to the throw
3. Release of ball behind the head
What to Change: One major way the subject could improve this skill is practice her footwork going into the throw so that it is quicker, more relaxed, and less steps taken (about 3 steps or so in all). The subject could also arch her back prior to releasing the ball in order to gain more power in the throw.
Cues: Arch back prior to release
Use proper motion going into the throw
Use legs and lower back muscles for power too
Hustle provides power