Great Britain Hockey 93026 GBH Talent Development Framework Booklet | Page 12

Openness to learning: The
player is open to learning
(‘growth mindset’) and
proactively seeks appropriate
advice, feedback, and
instruction from coaches
and other support staff. The
player is also willing to work on
their weakness and develop
competencies or strengths
through engagement in
purposeful practice and
learning (including self-
directed).
Able to work with others**
Player is able to communicate
effectively, relate to others,
and demonstrate appropriate
leadership.
Communication: The
player is able to listen and
communicate effectively
with others both verbally and
non-verbally. These skills are
evident both during and away
from performance situations.
Team player: The player
is aware of how the team
functions and is able to
effectively relate to others,
through effective social skills
and an awareness of others’
needs. They are able to
appropriately be a selfless and
if required place the needs of
the team above their own.
Leadership: The player is able
to demonstrate appropriate
transformational qualities
through the ability to set high
standards, inspire and motivate
others, promote collective
goals and teamwork, act as
a role model, and provide
appropriate developmental
and motivational feedback.
**Adapted from: Winning Habits: Psychological Characteristics of Elite Athletes (Changing Minds Ltd, 2014)
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