How we pick players for Chakraa

There is a considerable amount of pressure on the team to find good fits. We emphasize on good fits - not only in terms of filling gaps in the team (we'd love to replace a handler with another)but also in terms of values and personality. In essence we need to see what the player can bring to the table.

The idea is to keep the selection criteria transparent, simple and straightforward.

Key attributes we look for in players (includes but not limited to…)

• Athletic Ability
• Natural Ability
• Disc Skills
• Tactical knowledge and game sense
• Team role and contribution to the team
• Spirit of the game
• Captain’s vote
• Confidence in own ability
• Punctuality
• Player behavior
• Ability & Willingness to take direction

On the field we look for throwing ability, field awareness, and the ability and willingness to learn. Usually no experience is necessary. But it is also important for us to see that people are 'coachable' and able to adapt to different/new situations. Attitude and personality fit, both are very important intangibles that are taken into consideration. All of these characteristics together paint a pretty accurate picture, albeit an overwhelmingly general one, of the type of players we are looking for.

I am usually impressed by the following. In no particular order:

• Punctuality & Player behavior
• Energy on field & Sideline
• 'smart' hard work
• Commitment to team / program
• Communication - On & Off the field
• Spirit