Forrester PE Dept

 

SPECIAL QUALITIES

 

CREATIVITY

 

Definition

Creativity is the ability to perform unusually, innovatively and uniquely. It can be described as being able to face a problem and create a solution that is not expected or is different from the normal. Being creative can be shown in different ways, such as tactically or through a series of skills in the activity.

 

Impact on Performance

Some athletes are naturally gifted with skill and ideas and are willing to try different things in their sport which are seen to be creative. Others need to gradually learn and practice “alternative” skills in order to be more confident with them in a challenging situation. For example, in basketball when dribbling down the court at speed with support team-mates on either side you could disguise the pass by look to your team-mate on your left and passing to your team-mate on your right as you approach a defender.