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What are 4D skills?
They are:
- Deception — hiding one’s intentions
- Diverting the opponent’s attention
- Deliberately delaying
- Deception comprising body and stick feints to distract an opponent
How can we blend both – 3D skills and 4D skills — with optimum balance at the right moment?
There are unlimited game situations in which this can be done with a clear understanding of what’s a skill’s key role in a given game situation, and where it can be applied or not with ease and grace.
The major differences are in the philosophy, strategy and tactics where 3D and 4D skills are applied. 3D skills are implemented when on the run to dodge at speed. Whereas 4D skills are and should be applied when one deliberately slows down to distract and outwit the opponent(s) specifically during the process of tactical creative moves. In other words, they will have a higher degree of impact in midfield play while launching an attack or fine tuning it during the buildup stage.
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This is a great opportunity ofr you and your kids to spend quality time plus to learn a lot about the favorite type of sports. I love hockey and your school makes it even better!
Shiv’s coaching style focuses on all aspects of the game from the development of basic skills to the development of the player’s total understanding of the game. Not only did Shiv help our team – Qualify for the 2002 Perth WC – as a whole, he has also, over the years, provided me with individual attention to develop my personal play.
Meeting early in the mornings before going to work, Shiv would take time out of his busy schedule to meet a small group of hockey players to work on technical and tactical skills. Technically I was able to focus on improving tackling and hitting, while tactically utilizing the group setting I was able to work on making quick decisions under pressure. The practices were very precise and goal oriented. Shiv provided limitless feedback that was structured, yet progressive.
For example, Shiv is able to remedy technique like footwork and grip, while continually giving feedback that builds on itself at a pace that pushes your game to new levels. Shiv has such a complete understanding of the game he can coach any level from kids who are stepping onto a pitch for the first time to World class players.
Olympian Carrie Lingo, captain of the US Women’s national team, has played in two world cups and 2008
Beijing Olympic games.
Shiv occasionally worked with our National team athletes as well. His ability to provide a different and new concept to our highest level players was extremely well received. The players looked forward to Shiv’s training’s, and were able to learn more with each individual session. Shiv enjoyed demonstrating many skills, so for those athletes who were more visual, his coaching style was a bonus.
Between 1984 and 1990, the nucleus of the Canada’s two Olympic, two world cups, and two Gold Medal Pan American Teams were developed under Shiv’s tutelage. He is able to break the total game down into its fundamental skills. Whether it be shooting on goal or making a tackle at the edge of the circle. Shiv has the ability to make the game simple. I have enjoyed Shiv’s coaching.