The S.W.O.T Analysis of Andy Hamilton
When one looks at Hamilton, they form a picture of a tough looking guy, on whom the nickname of ‘Hammer’ suits well. He is strong, persistent and ready to take a massive leap at any time of his career.
However, despite enjoying a handsome number of years in the sport, Hamilton has still not been able to upgrade himself from the good to the best category of players.
It was at Ladbrokes this year, when pundits seriously thought that he has a chance of giving himself the ultimate breakthrough that he requires for a major crest in his rather bottomed career.
Emerging as the finalist of the event at a time when players like Taylor and Wade failed to do so was, nonetheless, a commendable achievement.
For Hamilton, the opportunity of appearing in the finale of the grand event is something he will be enjoying after a long time. Therefore, it is quite possible for Hamilton to feel the pressure and the stress of the key match.
The stress can, at the same time, rather unintentionally, make him commit mistakes and blunders that might cost him the game in the end.
Obviously all of his opponents would be looking forward to capitalise on his shortcomings and obstruct his ladder to glory on the basis of these loopholes.
At the same time, it is also important to state that Hamilton, throughout the tournament, has performed very well.
He was never among the favourites, primarily, because of the poor performance he delivered in his previous encounters but in this main event his performance has been par excellence.
Hamilton has played well and this has manifested in the results he has produced in some of his most crucial encounters, such as his semi-final with Simon Whitlock.
Any of the darts players he faces today, will have to invest greater effort and increase the duration of their practice sessions, if they really want to walk home with a badge of victory.
Once done with this, it is vital to have a look at the weaknesses that have so far halted the progress of this player into the top tier.
For some reason or the other, Hamilton has never been able to demonstrate greater consistency in his game.
The dips and surges in his performance indicate that he is still facing the problem of exercising a firm grip and control on his nerve.
According to experts, darts today has become a game that comprises less of the skill part but weighs more when it comes to nerve testing.
If a player has the ability and potential of effectively combating and resisting the pressure looming on him, he can definitely score high. This is precisely where ‘The Hammer’ seems to be losing his grip.
His concentration and focus on the game has definitely improved, especially in the recent performances he has delivered.
However, when it comes to handling pressure, Hamilton falls short. He either wants it to be ‘his way or the highway’.
Another reason why the development of this quality is integral for a player like Hamilton is because, with the help of enhanced concentration and focus, he can master the skill of defeating top notch players like Taylor and Lewis.
On what grounds will his game differentiate itself from others? It is the nerve handling. If Hamilton is able to overcome it, he will definitely be able to include himself among the best players of darts, which he is already not too far away from.
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