Building Your Rugby Career Foundation

Part 5: Goal Setting For Rugby Success

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LESSON 5:

Goal Setting For Rugby Success


Vision gives direction.

Goals create movement.


The Three Levels Of Goals

Outcome Goals

Things you want.

Examples:

  • Make first team
  • Earn scholarship
  • Play varsity rugby

Performance Goals

Performance standards.

Examples:

  • Achieve 90% tackle completion
  • Improve Bronco test
  • Increase strength scores

Process Goals

Daily actions.

Examples:

  • Gym 3x per week
  • Stretch daily
  • Watch game footage weekly

The Goal Pyramid

Top:

Outcome Goal

Middle:

Performance Goals

Bottom:

Process Goals

The bottom supports the top.


SMARTER Rugby Goals

Goals should be:

Specific

Not:
"Get fitter"

Instead:
"Improve Bronco time by 30 seconds"

Measurable

Track progress.

Achievable

Stretching but realistic.

Relevant

Supports rugby development.

Time-Bound

Includes a deadline.

Evaluated

Reviewed regularly.

Revised

Adjusted when necessary.


Goal Setting Worksheet

12-Month Goal:


90-Day Goal:


30-Day Goal:


Weekly Action Steps: