Principles of development are as follows:
1. It has its uniqueness.
2. It is based on heredity and environment.
3. It proceeds from simple to complex.
4. It takes place constantly and unabated.
5. It is faster in the early phases of life.
6. Individuals differences influence development.
7. It is a wholesome process.
8. Rate of development differs from person to person.
Applying principles of development to the players. Player’s development takes place in a specific and unique way. It is influenced by his heredity and environment. He first acquires rudimentary knowledge of the game and then gradually proceeds towards complexities of the game. A player continues to develop till he attains physical, mental, social and emotion perfection. Some players attain success at faster rate than others which can be forecast by observing his aptitudes, interests, inclination, concentration etc. in the early days.
