Module Details

Module Code: DEVL C1316
Module Title: Player Development 1 - GAA
Title: Player Development 1 - GAA
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Myles Kelly
Module Author:: Alan Nolan
Domains:  
Module Description: To provide students with the knowledge, skills and attributes to understand how to enhance their own individual performance in each element of the GAA's Player Pathway model as well as an introduction to 24 Hour Athlete lifestyle to meet the demands of Gaelic Games
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Display a basic level of proficiency with regard to exercise performance and instruction for Gaelic Games specific athletic development through pitch and gym based activities.
LO2 Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of the 24 hour Athlete and the requirements needed for optimal performance in Gaelic Games.
LO3 Recommend and advise on the best nutritional practices and nutritional requirements for participation in competitive adult GAA.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Physical Athletic Development
Develop basic knowledge and knowledge to improve sport specific fitness components through pitch and gym based activities. (Aerobic, Anaerobic, Speed, Agility, Balance, Co-ordination, Strength) • Undergo fitness testing and receive results and feedback on key individual improvement goals in relation to results. • Introduction of gym based strength and conditioning programme • Introduction of pitch based strength and conditioning programme • Profiling & Setting goals
24 Hour Athlete
• To have an understanding that players are role models and should act as such • Continually develop awareness and knowledge of lifestyle and performance factors • Maintenance of an appropriate life and sporting balance • Well developed self monitoring / Diaries • Full integration of sport, career and life goals • Injury Management • Injury prevention • Rest and recovery strategies • Nutrition and Hydration • Time Management
Sports Nutrition
Healthy balanced diet. Energy requirements and current practices of players. Food pyramid/plate. Basic nutrients. Assessment of diet. Timing of ingestion, Hydration/electrolyte balance, Carbohydrates, Fats, Protein, Vitamins and Minerals
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment50.00%
Practical50.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 30
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 2
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Group Presentation Approx. 10 Minutes:
24 hour Athlete and requirements needed to optimise performance for Gaelic Games.
Project
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 20
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Nutrition: essay (approx 1200 words) on advice/recommendations for player on key aspects of nutrition (healthy balanced diet, macros, timing of ingestion, hydration etc).
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 50
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Mode A: (Players able to participate in class activities) Complete a self reflective physical fitness capacities performance profile to identify short and medium term improvement goals. Use a weekly class log to capture all work completed to achieve the identified goals and improve performance.

Mode B (Players Unable to participate in class activities) Complete a self reflective physical fitness capacities performance profile to identify short and medium term goals in relation to gaining back full fitness. Use a weekly class log to capture all player development and rehabilitation work completed to regain full fitness and improve performance.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
Reassessment Description
If students fail they must complete a repeat individual presentation, Nutrition Essay and practical log over the summer period.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact No Description 12 Weeks per Stage 1.50 18
Practicals Contact No Description 12 Weeks per Stage 3.00 36
Estimated Learner Hours Non Contact No Description 15 Weeks per Stage 4.73 71
Lecture Contact Nutrition 12 Weeks per Stage 2.00 24
Total Weekly Contact Hours 6.50
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Jeukendrup, Asker,Gleeson, Michael. (2018), Sport Nutrition-3rd Edition, Human Kinetics, p.613, [ISBN: 1492529036].
  • Bean A.. (2017), The complete guide to sports nutrition, Bloomsbury, [ISBN: 9781472924209].
  • Jean Williams,Vikki Krane. (2014), Applied Sport Psychology: Personal Growth to Peak Performance, McGraw-Hill Education, [ISBN: 0078022703].
  • Joyce, David,Lewindon, Dan. (2014), High-Performance Training for Sports, Human Kinetics, [ISBN: 1450444822].
  • Brown, Lee,Ferrigno, Vance. (2014), Training for Speed, Agility, and Quickness, 3E, Human Kinetics, [ISBN: 9781450468701].
  • Weinberg, Robert S.,Gould, Daniel. (2014), Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 6E, Human Kinetics, [ISBN: 9781450469814].
  • Paul Gamble. (2013), Strength and Conditioning for Team Sports, Routledge, [ISBN: 0415637929].
  • Donald A. Chu,Gregory Myer. (2013), Plyometrics, Human Kinetics, [ISBN: 0736079602].
  • James Rheuben Andrews, Gary L. Harrelson, Kevin E. Wilk.. (2012), Physical Rehabilitation of the Injured Athlete, Elsevier Health Sciences, [ISBN: 9781437724110].
  • Dick, Frank. (2007), Sports Training Principles 5th Edition., A & C Black.
  • Nelson, Arnold G. & Kokkonen. (2006), Stretching Anatomy., Human Kinetics.
  • Bompa, Tudor. (2005), Periodisation: Theory & Methodology of Training, Human Kinetics.
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • Journal of Sport & Exercise Psychology.
  • Journal of Sport Rehabilitation.
  • Journal of the Philosophy of Sport.
  • Journal of Applied Sport Psychology.
  • Journal of Sport Behaviour.
  • Sport Psychologist.
  • European Journal of Sport Science.
  • International Journal of Sport Nutrition & Exercise Metabolism.
  • Journal of Sport Management.
  • Psychology of Sport & Exercise.
  • Research Quarterly for Exercise & Sport.
Other Resources
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