nice idea, but not the right image to really convey sports action. first rule is to try to include the ball. if no ball, then a facial expression. if no facial expression, a composition that is graphic in nature. you're almost there, but the composition is too imbalanced. nice perspective, though.
Great image. And I dont even mind that his head is copped away. It definitely captures action. Although I wish the ball was in the frame too. Good colors. 7/10.