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A Friday thought......'How impactful are rules alone, on changing a cultural problem' This week, I took some extra time out of the normal work week to pen a column on the challenges faced by the GAA, and its newly appointed Gaelic Football review committee on improving the enjoyment levels of 'Gaelic Football' In many people's eyes, rule changes alone can solve the unfolding problem we have. I am not so sure however. The more I think of it, I believe we have an underlying cultural issue concerning Gaelic Games, that does not exist in the majority of team, field and skill-based sports. In particular, I am talking about how current GAA goers and pundits must start to accept that to have an exciting, skill-centric, risk-taking game, we must similarly accept and applaud (crazy as that might sound now) the side products of this i.e, wides, turnovers, 50/50 contests. You simply can't have one without the other... When Lionel Messi goes on a mazy run through the defence and then skims the post with a blazing shot, what is the reaction in the stands and at home watching on the TV? Compare that to how we react when a Gaelic Footballer does something similar? 'FFS, why didn't he lay it off' ... sound familiar? We can tweak away with all the rules to try and fix the symptoms we currently decry, until such a point that the game becomes unrecognisable. A game that when played in the right spirit and instruction, shows us time and again that the rules are not the root cause of the problem. Similar to your own organisations. You can have all the rules you want around areas like H&S, Quality control etc. but it is your behaviours and leadership that ultimately dictate the prevailing culture. Anyway, I look forward to seeing some progressive ideas from this new Committee in the months ahead. Enjoy the games this weekend, and safe travelling to those of you attending. Have a great weekend. Dick https://lnkd.in/eCHS-JFV

Little known fact: I was a champion discus thrower. 👊🏽🥏 Growing up, I always played sports. I was considered a jock - a rough and tough ball player, a fierce wing and defensive volleyball player. But I also threw a mean discus in track and field. I loved following Valarie Allman’s recent repeat gold medal victory in discus at the Paris Olympics. Why? First off, this sport is never in the spotlight. The training is intense and there is usually no glory. Valarie made it look effortless and she had her well-deserved moment of recognition. P.S. She also holds the USA national record, and owns 27 of the 30 longest distances for American women in discus throw history. 😳😄 It reminded me of all the work we do behind the scenes: on personal development, our career growth, our skill set, our relationships. Don’t expect people to always pat you on the back for every little thing. You may have to keep on working tirelessly for awhile before that recognition comes. But YOU are also responsible for creating those moments when people finally see you in the spotlight. Some may think, “Wow, she made that look easy.” But most likely, there were hundreds of hours of work behind those big (and small) wins. Your work ethic is the basis of success. You are responsibile for making your successes known. 🙌🏽🌟 #wednesdaywisdom #leadership #workethic

Triumphs, Challenges, and Farewells: A Look at Recent Sports Highlights #SportsNews #Olympics #MLB #ATPMasters #Basketball #NFL #OnlineHarassment #Paris2024 #ParisOlympics2024

It has been another great season for FK BODØ/GLIMT who have won their third Norwegian Eliteserien championship in the space of four years. Even if star man Amahl Pellegrino is grabbing all the plaudits after scoring 23 goals and providing 14 assists, it’s worth looking at two other players who have made a significant contribution: Faris Moumbagna and Albert Gronbaek. In this article from our blog, we use Wyscout data and reports to deep dive into their playing style and unique skill sets. #BodoGlimt #Eliteserien #Wyscout #FootballData

"Perfection is impossible" In the 1,526 singles matches I played in my career, I won almost 80% of those matches. But what percentage of points did I win? 54% In other words, even top ranked tennis players win barely more than half the points they play. When you lose ever second point on average, you learn not to dwell on every shot. You teach yourself to think: 'Okay, I double faulted...it's only a point.' 'Okay, I came to the net and I got passed again...it's only a point.' Even a great shot, an overhead backhand smash that ends up on ESPN's top 10 playlist – that too is just a point. Here's why I'm telling you this. When you're playing a point, it has to be the most important thing in the world. And it is. But when it's behind you, it's behind you. This mindset is crucial – because it frees you to fully commit to the next point with intensity, clarity, and focus." –@rogerfederer #FedererForever #KingRoger #LegendaryFederer #TennisIcon #ChampionMindset #NeverGiveUp #InspireLikeRoger #TennisGreat

A dry Croke Park.. The GAA is displaying a commendable example of prioritising responsible alcohol consumption over financial gain, especially in the context of their stance on alcohol consumption at sporting events. Unlike the scenarios where American football and Bruce Springsteen concerts at Croke Park allow fans to enjoy alcoholic beverages from their seats, the GAA's approach warrants attention for its forward-thinking stance on public health and safety when it comes to Irish sport. This discrepancy isn't merely about creating a double standard but underscores a deeper commitment to encouraging more responsible alcohol consumption among fans, irrespective of the event when it comes to Irish sport. What rockers or other foreign sports do is not relevant to it. Thems their rules. In not extending the permission to consume alcohol directly in the seating areas to all events, the GAA indirectly supports efforts made elsewhere, like the rugby Principality Stadium in Wales and Twickenham, to offer a more inclusive and comfortable environment for all attendees. It reflects government health policy. Irish rugby choses to ignore this The GAA's stance reflects its values. Rugby had a choice whether to accept these values and are lucky to be allowed to play at Croke Park at all

🚀 Top European Strikers 🚀 As we enter the mid-season break and eagerly await the return of football action, let's take a moment to appreciate the incredible performances of some of Europe's top strikers. 🌟 Here's a statistical breakdown of their goal-scoring prowess: Link to Dashboard: https://lnkd.in/g7k_-VMi 🔥 These stats not only reflect their goal-scoring abilities but also provide insights into their efficiency on the field. Who do you think will dominate the second half of the season? Let the discussions begin! ⚽💬 #Football #Strikers #MidSeasonAnalysis #TopPerformers

In the heat of competition, it’s easy to forget the core values that make business truly special. This video from the Olympics is a powerful reminder. 🏅 Injured handballer Albertina Kassoma is carried off the field by her opponent, Tamires Araujo Frossard. "There was no way I wouldn't help her." Moments like these show us that while the drive to win is important, the spirit of sportsmanship transcends the final score. Do you follow Frossard's example? How do you incorporate the spirit of sportsmanship in your professional and personal life? #Sportsmanship #Leadership #Integrity #Teamwork https://lnkd.in/eMRK73HT

The second regular Ice #Hockey Championship of #Armenia season 2023-24 began this weekend. 🏆 The regular season will be held in four rounds. Each team will play against each other four matches. Thus, in the regular season, each team will play 12 matches. The schedule of games until 2024 can be found at the link below: https://ahl.life/champ2324 4️⃣ The number of participants is reduced. Now there are 4 teams in the championship: Hockey Club "LIONS" , HC Pyunik, HC Peppers, HC Falcons. Compared to last season, there is one less team in the league. 🦈 Draft HC "Sharks." Active players of the disbanded team were drafted to other teams. 4️⃣ All four teams will take part in the playoffs. Pairs will be formed according to the formula 1 place vs 4 place, 2 place vs 3 place according to the results of the regular season. Highlights of the first matches: 🦁 Lions vs 🫑 Peppers https://lnkd.in/eCmGccwd 🦁 Lions vs 🔥 Pyunik https://lnkd.in/epCwv4qh

Kawhi Leonard, Clippers Star, Withdraws from Olympics Read in detail here: https://lnkd.in/dVJnFRj2 #Kawhi #Leonard #KawhiLeonard #Clippers #Olympics #Olympics2024 #OlympicsGames #Sports #Basketball #SportsNews #BasketballNews #LatestNews #USA #USANews #LatestNewsinUSA