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Friday, October 10, 2008
Sunday, October 05, 2008
Governance, Culture and Code of Conduct
Being a part of Sixpack not only requires an inductee to be reasonably skilled and committed to the sport but to also be imbued with certain qualities. Different sets of value systems and widely held beliefs should be unhinged, remoulded and centred around what ultimately works for an organisation, society or group for a unified purpose. This forms the backbone of the culture we see facilitating the dynamics of large global operations to the most minute faction such as, an athletic squad. Pervasiveness of culture can only be brought about with effective communication first , followed by the deliberation to put theory into practice. And that effective communication starts here...
I think it is important not only to be acquainted with plays (as your personal responsibilty to the team) on the field but to also understand that behavioural conduct is paramount as well; how we carry ourselves and how we reflect on ourselves, our team mates and the team as a whole. Its time to cast aside all other undesirable forms of behaviour, traits, habits and deficiencies, which may contradict what i believe represents the value system and principles which define our team culture. This is a team, which means only actions that result in the benefit of the entire team or such a proposed end should be considered - to this end, only the benefit derived for the whole (the team) shall take precedence over the benefit derived by an individual, and only so far as it remains harmonious with the whole. This ethical basis is in recognition of the proponents of utilitarianism or consequentialism (an ethical perspective/belief) which recognises the greatest benefit must be derived for the greatest number of people, for any such actions to be considered ethical; the ends justify the means. Thus, the means by which we reengineer all our attitudes and behaviours toward a common goal is therefore justifiable as doing so reaps the highest benefit for a greater order in existence even if this means impinging the peculiarities of a mere individual.
The maxims we share:
1. We do not boast or quit.
2. Being a cheerful loser and a QUIET winner.
3. Respect our competition (that means no trash talk, taunting).
4. Integrity and Humility.
Insofar, may we actually live by these principles rather than be perceived as doing so and hopefully become the prime specimen for others to follow. As with Kant(german ethical thinker), he proposes the notion to do good without qualification or as an attainment of a desired or further end. Simply put, we should behave in a way that embodies our willingness to do good without any desire, aversion or inclination to serve some ulterior motive. Further, the rationale behind instituting a principle based (flexible) approach to conduct is to allow members some remit as to how such principles can be accomplished within their own terms or comfort zones...although its difficult to see how such principles can be hard to apply. So i can't be more plain than to say "just do it". Apart from that, this is perhaps a better approach in general as compared to one that is strictly rule based, which basically means mandatory and the last thing we want is to subjugate people, bending them into submission like despots. I think this measure may only serve to stifle the whole idea of having a free exchange of ideas and stems the flow of creativity and inhibits constructive challenges.
I think it is important not only to be acquainted with plays (as your personal responsibilty to the team) on the field but to also understand that behavioural conduct is paramount as well; how we carry ourselves and how we reflect on ourselves, our team mates and the team as a whole. Its time to cast aside all other undesirable forms of behaviour, traits, habits and deficiencies, which may contradict what i believe represents the value system and principles which define our team culture. This is a team, which means only actions that result in the benefit of the entire team or such a proposed end should be considered - to this end, only the benefit derived for the whole (the team) shall take precedence over the benefit derived by an individual, and only so far as it remains harmonious with the whole. This ethical basis is in recognition of the proponents of utilitarianism or consequentialism (an ethical perspective/belief) which recognises the greatest benefit must be derived for the greatest number of people, for any such actions to be considered ethical; the ends justify the means. Thus, the means by which we reengineer all our attitudes and behaviours toward a common goal is therefore justifiable as doing so reaps the highest benefit for a greater order in existence even if this means impinging the peculiarities of a mere individual.
The maxims we share:
1. We do not boast or quit.
2. Being a cheerful loser and a QUIET winner.
3. Respect our competition (that means no trash talk, taunting).
4. Integrity and Humility.
Insofar, may we actually live by these principles rather than be perceived as doing so and hopefully become the prime specimen for others to follow. As with Kant(german ethical thinker), he proposes the notion to do good without qualification or as an attainment of a desired or further end. Simply put, we should behave in a way that embodies our willingness to do good without any desire, aversion or inclination to serve some ulterior motive. Further, the rationale behind instituting a principle based (flexible) approach to conduct is to allow members some remit as to how such principles can be accomplished within their own terms or comfort zones...although its difficult to see how such principles can be hard to apply. So i can't be more plain than to say "just do it". Apart from that, this is perhaps a better approach in general as compared to one that is strictly rule based, which basically means mandatory and the last thing we want is to subjugate people, bending them into submission like despots. I think this measure may only serve to stifle the whole idea of having a free exchange of ideas and stems the flow of creativity and inhibits constructive challenges.
Saturday, October 04, 2008
Enter the Dragon
Oct 2008, 1.00pm, Turf City
Round: 7th WTL '08
Score: 7-5
Dick of the day: None
Player of the day: All players
A week of adequate rest following a convincing win over the inexperienced UWC boys has led us to the deciding round which will determine the league champion for this year's WTL. It appears that the unintended laying off of team practice over the last week may have just given us that crucial bit of recovery that we were all in need of.
Ruck-ups were surprisingly coordinated relative to past weeks and handling was fairly acceptable and will still need improvement. Defense definitely marked a slight improvement which saw players squeezing in and had most adopting a delightful habit of being chattier unlike recent weeks. Wingers communicated well into their centres and links while observing from their vantage point. Evidently, lesser errors were committed in ruck-ups which obviously translated to more possesions enjoyed in opposition's 5. Various players were alloted some remit for a certain amount of flare but still maintaining a formalised approach in attack, allowing the team to play cohesively in general. Tries were scored with our wingers staying wide and only coming in if necessary.
Tries from opposition resulted from the lack of communication in most crucial instances and could have been prevented by players being more vigilant in defense to shut down in time if other man is beaten instead of ball watching or just being undecided. A try also resulted from a winger being caught off side as he advanced to affect the touch. A winger is generally advised against affecting the touch, but to do so would mean making the line as quickly as possible at the very least instead of plodding back. From my recollection, only a try or two at most (or none at all) was scored off a good sidestep, but was generally ineffective against a tighter defense and effective shutting down in the event a man was beaten.
Overall, one of the better games played this season at the same time considering this to be the most crucial. We could have had a harder time playing a more senior Monsoon side today with adequate numbers. For the younger players, it is worth banking in the experience earned today after playing a good side. Still, a good effort for the win but much to be rectified and built upon because its still a long hard road out of hell.
One more to go. NOT over.
Round: 7th WTL '08
Score: 7-5
Dick of the day: None
Player of the day: All players
A week of adequate rest following a convincing win over the inexperienced UWC boys has led us to the deciding round which will determine the league champion for this year's WTL. It appears that the unintended laying off of team practice over the last week may have just given us that crucial bit of recovery that we were all in need of.
Ruck-ups were surprisingly coordinated relative to past weeks and handling was fairly acceptable and will still need improvement. Defense definitely marked a slight improvement which saw players squeezing in and had most adopting a delightful habit of being chattier unlike recent weeks. Wingers communicated well into their centres and links while observing from their vantage point. Evidently, lesser errors were committed in ruck-ups which obviously translated to more possesions enjoyed in opposition's 5. Various players were alloted some remit for a certain amount of flare but still maintaining a formalised approach in attack, allowing the team to play cohesively in general. Tries were scored with our wingers staying wide and only coming in if necessary.
Tries from opposition resulted from the lack of communication in most crucial instances and could have been prevented by players being more vigilant in defense to shut down in time if other man is beaten instead of ball watching or just being undecided. A try also resulted from a winger being caught off side as he advanced to affect the touch. A winger is generally advised against affecting the touch, but to do so would mean making the line as quickly as possible at the very least instead of plodding back. From my recollection, only a try or two at most (or none at all) was scored off a good sidestep, but was generally ineffective against a tighter defense and effective shutting down in the event a man was beaten.
Overall, one of the better games played this season at the same time considering this to be the most crucial. We could have had a harder time playing a more senior Monsoon side today with adequate numbers. For the younger players, it is worth banking in the experience earned today after playing a good side. Still, a good effort for the win but much to be rectified and built upon because its still a long hard road out of hell.
One more to go. NOT over.
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