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Managing the Female Athlete

Managing the Female Athlete. Communication. Always be up front with them Learn how to speak their language Find out what makes them tick Remind them of what they mean to the program If you think there is something wrong there probably is Don’t be afraid to ask questions.

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Managing the Female Athlete

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  1. Managing the Female Athlete

  2. Communication • Always be up front with them • Learn how to speak their language • Find out what makes them tick • Remind them of what they mean to the program • If you think there is something wrong there probably is • Don’t be afraid to ask questions

  3. Team Chemistry • Find ways for them to bond as a team • Lay out the frame work from the beginning • Set up opportunities for the team to come together • Let them help create the culture of the program • Choose a theme for the season

  4. Creating a Family • Boundaries • Showing them that they come first • Making winning secondary • Being a constant role model • Opening your life to them • Being upfront with struggles

  5. Drama, Drama, Drama • Lay out the rules in writing from day one • Deal with things face to face right away • Help your athletes confront their teammates in a healthy manner • The 33% athlete • Always keep a pulse on the team • Have an open door policy that they will actually take advantage of • NO ONE IS BIGGER THAN THE PROGRAM!

  6. Letting Go • Balancing Focus with fun • Let them be themselves • Don’t get in your own way • Know that your athlete’s experience is more important than winning • Stay consistent

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