Shahid Anwar highlights foundations of Pakistan U19 success
Pakistan U19 cricket coach Shahid Anwar attributes the team's Asia Cup success to a philosophy of focusing on controllable factors and character building. He emphasizes that preparation and execution are more important than external variables like weather or officiating.
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--> Home Sports Shahid Anwar highlights foundations of Pakistan U19 success The 58-year-old says his core philosophy has always been to give your absolute best
facebook --> twitter --> whatsup --> linkded --> email MORE (3) Messenger Whatsapp --> Shahid Anwar credited Pakistan’s successful Asia Cup campaign to months of hard work. Photo: PCB Discussing his coaching philosophy, 58-year-old Shahid said that while the core principles remain unchanged at every level, coaching an U19 side requires a unique approach.
"My core philosophy has always been to give your absolute best in whatever you are doing in the present. If you do that wholeheartedly, you leave yourself with no regrets.
"At the U19 level, our responsibility is to observe, diagnose and then prepare a clear plan for execution. Alongside cricket, we focus heavily on character building and lifestyle because these players are preparing for much bigger challenges ahead.
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