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Optimal length of cricket pitch for junior cricketers.
Applications are invited for the above studentship in the School of Sport, Exercise & Health Sciences, Loughborough University, UK commencing October 2014.
The project is part of an on-going collaboration between Loughborough University and The England and Wales Cricket Board. The successful applicant will join an established team of researchers working with the England and Wales Cricket Board to enhance the game of cricket.
The general aim of the research is to establish the optimal length of cricket pitch for junior age group cricket (9-16 years of age). This will be investigated within the context of a player’s skill development and consistency of performance. The hypothesis is that pitch lengths are currently too long with young players not replicating the skills that are required post maturation.
Release point is key to the bowling action and consistency, elite bowlers have very little variance in terms of release points. It is proposed that the release point of junior bowlers is not the same as that of senior players. It is hypothesised that if young bowlers have a shortened pitch to bowl on they are more likely to replicate the delivery positions of mature bowlers and thus develop both the skills and consistency required when they mature. Also young players may enjoy a faster more dynamic game which could occur on a shorter pitch.
Applicants should normally have a first or upper second class degree in Sport and Exercise Science or related subject area. A Masters degree in Sports Biomechanics or a related subject area would be advantageous along with a passion for cricket. Successful applicants should also have excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as familiarity with research methods.
The studentship provides a stipend of £13,863 per annum plus tuition fees at the UK/EU rate for up to three years.
Informal enquiries about the project should be made to Dr Mark King M.A.King@lboro.ac.uk.
Information about the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences and details about the application process can be found at: http://www.lboro.ac.uk/departments/s...dentships.html
The closing date for applications is the 19th September 2014
Applications are invited for the above studentship in the School of Sport, Exercise & Health Sciences, Loughborough University, UK commencing October 2014.
The project is part of an on-going collaboration between Loughborough University and The England and Wales Cricket Board. The successful applicant will join an established team of researchers working with the England and Wales Cricket Board to enhance the game of cricket.
The general aim of the research is to establish the optimal length of cricket pitch for junior age group cricket (9-16 years of age). This will be investigated within the context of a player’s skill development and consistency of performance. The hypothesis is that pitch lengths are currently too long with young players not replicating the skills that are required post maturation.
Release point is key to the bowling action and consistency, elite bowlers have very little variance in terms of release points. It is proposed that the release point of junior bowlers is not the same as that of senior players. It is hypothesised that if young bowlers have a shortened pitch to bowl on they are more likely to replicate the delivery positions of mature bowlers and thus develop both the skills and consistency required when they mature. Also young players may enjoy a faster more dynamic game which could occur on a shorter pitch.
Applicants should normally have a first or upper second class degree in Sport and Exercise Science or related subject area. A Masters degree in Sports Biomechanics or a related subject area would be advantageous along with a passion for cricket. Successful applicants should also have excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as familiarity with research methods.
The studentship provides a stipend of £13,863 per annum plus tuition fees at the UK/EU rate for up to three years.
Informal enquiries about the project should be made to Dr Mark King M.A.King@lboro.ac.uk.
Information about the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences and details about the application process can be found at: http://www.lboro.ac.uk/departments/s...dentships.html
The closing date for applications is the 19th September 2014