Waterpolo - Task 3.1 - Guiding at Competitions: Introduction

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You learn how to guide athletes at competitions. You ensure that the necessary materials are available and that the tasks assigned to you are carried out effectively. You are capable of reassuring participants and providing instructions. You know how to motivate athletes and make agreements with them regarding their race plan. You handle the formalities associated with the competition.

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You guide athletes during competitions and establish agreements regarding their preparation for the event, ensuring that the set goals for a competition are achieved. This could involve executing the start according to the rules, for example. Based on the competition's objectives, you discuss with the athletes how they should swim their races and establish mutual expectations. From these agreements, you provide feedback and guidance to the athletes. Additionally, you ensure that the athletes are not more nervous than necessary by reassuring them and instilling confidence. You intervene if anything goes wrong.

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The task of guiding athletes during competitions is considered completed when the specified results are achieved for each subtask.
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Within this task, you perform the following subtasks. The expected results for each subtask are as follows:
1. Guiding athletes during competitions:
The guidance is tailored to the athletes.
Hygiene rules are adhered to.
Interaction is sportsmanlike and respectful.
The athletes are ready for the competition.
The equipment is ready for the competition.
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2. Preparing skill tests:
The athletes are prepared for the competition.
The equipment is prepared for the competition.
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3. Providing instructions:
The instructions are appropriate for the nature and rules of the competition.
The instructions are adapted to the level and experience of the athletes.
The instructions contribute to the development of the athletes and to a positive course of the competition.
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4. Evaluating skill tests and reflecting on own actions:
The evaluation of the competition focuses on what went well and what could be improved.
Self-reflection leads to insights into one's own skills and areas for improvement in guiding skill tests.

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