Paul Adams, former Proteas player
and current Cape Cobras coach, formed part of the team that visited some
Western Cape schools recently, introducing the science of correct training,
proper nutrition and the benefits of hydration through the Powerade® Performance
Sessions.
The sessions Adams attended were
held at Khayelitsha Cricket Club, Rondebosch Cricket Club, Milnerton High
Schools, Langa Cricket Club and the Western Cape Sports School.
“The Powerade® Performance
Sessions give young sportsmen insight into effective conditioning. My
role was to endorse these best practices and give first-hand advice to the
youngsters. The techniques the boys were taught apply to any sport and should
become a habit as it is important to keep fit throughout one’s life.”
The programme was designed by
Proteas Strength and Conditioning coach, Rob Walters and implemented at the
schools by a biokineticist. “What struck me at every session was how dedicated
the players were to cricket and their enthusiasm to learn from the Powerade®
Performance Sessions,” said Adams.
“These youngsters are not
normally exposed to the kind of speed and agility training at such a young age
and this fitness training should become part and parcel of their preparation
for any sport.
“From a personal perspective, I
got a chance to see players from schools that I normally do not get to
visit. Talent was in abundance, so much so that the coach from the
Western Cape Sports School will be offering some a chance to join the school in
2013. This is what such sessions are designed for,” concluded Adams
The Cape Cobras talent scout also attended some of the
Powerade® Performance Sessions and identified one player from Khayelitsha who
he wants to bring into the WP academy.
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