Profile of the Top Player: Tiger

In advance: The data are based on the observation of the top players of the Dutch National Team

Definition:

The complex and the combination of Korfball Skills, mental qualities and physical qualities which are needed as conditions for to develop as a top Tiger.
(till up now: mostly a male player)


Korfball Skills:
Killer: many attempts (20 -30 in a match) with a scoring percentage of 20% - 30 %.
Shot from distance is the first option but he is always eager for other shot options;
Focus on and duel for free position for to score
Funnel vision

Mental qualities:

Drive for scoring: keeps on improving
Passion for match and training
Confident: a good self esteem
Stability: can handle pressure and stress
Competitive and Resilient
Courage and go for risks
Leader: manage his desire and show initiative
No hesitation: Going for each opportunity
High demands for his / her assisters
Expects empathy by his assisters.

Physical qualities:

Height: between 1.90 m. – 2.00 m.
Athletic body: (low fat around 8%)
Action: High speed operation; explosive; excellent eye- hand coordination
Reach: large range / height; in stand and from jump (3.20 m. - 3.30 m.)
Quick, agile and lightly literally