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Visual Fitness > Introduction
Not surprisingly, given the intensity of a rugby league match and the aggressive defensive play, players often lose the ball because of poor judgement. Part of this process relates to the visual system and the ability of the player in possession to quickly sight the target while under pressure. (Meir, R. SCJ vol. 27, Aug 2005)
The Visual System
Linked to the proprioceptive centers of the brain, the visual system relies on the body's awareness of it's position in space. These systems provide the player with detailed information about what is going on in 'his or her external and internal environments.' The brain absorbs this information then tries to make sense of it such as the location of teammates, speed and direction that they are moving and where their feet are in relation to an oncoming ball.
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