Film study can be the big equalizer, enabling players to compete against players of all talent levels, even MVPs.
Many athletes have film meetings. It might involve watching an opponent, yourself, or your team in action. How do you get the most out of film study?
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Peyton Manning, legendary NFL quarterback who played for the Indianapolis Colts (1998-2011) and Denver Broncos, (2012-2015), spent countless hours watching game film. He learned how to get the most out of watching film.
“Manning is not the most athletic quarterback,” Brian Costello wrote in The New York Post. “He is not the strongest quarterback. He certainly is not the fastest. But no one can debate he is the most prepared.”
Sometimes there are patterns to look for. For example, if an opponent is facing a 3rd-and-long, you’ll look to see if and how the team throws the ball downfield. If you’re playing soccer, it makes sense to inspect how each player on the other team plays–to see if there’s a certain style or certain tendencies.
Film study is becoming an important part of being mentally prepared to play. Gone are the days when success was all about on-field talent. Film study can be the big equalizer, enabling players to compete against players at all talent levels, even MVPs.
