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A “Philosophy” of Coaching?

A “Philosophy” of Coaching?. Where are you going and why? Why are you a coach? What are you trying to accomplish?. A Mission Statement:. a clear concise statement that answers: what is the purpose, the objective? what are your values? what is the end result or product being sought?

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A “Philosophy” of Coaching?

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  1. A “Philosophy” of Coaching? Where are you going and why? • Why are you a coach? • What are you trying to accomplish?

  2. A Mission Statement: a clear concise statement that answers: • what is the purpose, the objective? • what are your values? • what is the end result or product being sought? • how are we going to get there?

  3. Goal Setting: Specific, attainable, realistic objectives for the: Program: Season: Individual:  How then do you measure success as a coach?

  4. Defining Success Process vs Results Learning/ Development vs Winning Mission vs Goals Fun? vs Stress?

  5. Where is the Balance? at what point, or under what circumstances, do you or can you focus on winning vs learning?

  6. “Success” for the youth coachis defined: …by the improvement noted in the performance of their players and team from match to match. To that end, the analysis of the team’s performance and the preparation of practices to improve that performance are essential to achieve success. In the development of players, outscoring your opponent is not as important as the learning process!

  7. The Role of the Coach: -Be a Role Model – show energy and interest, be honest and fair, punctual and professional -learn about and understand your players -create a positive learning environment -be a student of the game

  8. “Coaches are Politicians, Administrators, and On-Field Leaders” Four Essential Coaching Skills:

  9. 1. Evaluation/Observation: Be a doctor: Diagnose problems and prescribe a cure -Learn to coach your players (not just soccer) -Link your practice activities to your observations of the match “why are we doing this?”

  10. The Coaching (or Learning) Cycle Performance (Games) Education (Practice) Analysis (Evaluation)

  11. 2. Organization: • -Plan and prepare your season and your session • -Calendars, contacts, policies, etc. • -organize training tools in advance

  12. 3. Demonstration: painting a picture for your players: -the "model" group -the "freeze" technique (stop, show, and go) I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand. Confucius

  13. 4. Motivation: -Would you be having fun doing this? -Is it competitive? Is everyone involved? -How are you starting your practices? -Be Fair, Firm, and Fun -Show concern for your players

  14. Questions for Discussion: Regarding the Four "Essential Coaching Skills“ which is: • the most important? • the hardest to attain? • the one you are best at today?

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