🏏 I always heard you should train how you play
This was usually said in the context of accountability and intensity. If you want to do well, you have to put the effort in at training...
Ironic, I know. Successful skill acquisition is the emergence of behaviour that is adaptable in a range of performance contexts.
You can develop your skill by improving your 'fit' to a specific task or context. This is achieved by educating your intention, attention and calibration.
Ultimately, your ability to solve problems and adapt to the demands of your sport is what makes you skilful.
Our journey to developing skill is ongoing, unending and may never result in mastery because you will discover new ways to interact and adapt as you continue your development.