- May 7, 2008
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Marc...
You have been reading the outline of my book that I will never write...lol!! My husband has a great coaching style with knowledge of the rules and game. However, what he has learned (the hard way) is that team and coaching philosophy must be out front when bringing on new talented players. The athlete is rarely the problem, its coaches and parents and differing views on what is deemed foundational. Win at all costs? Athletic development? Fun? Formation of good memories? Positioning players according to potential? Who is coaching here?? Good communication? Unity of the coaching staff? I can go on and on. Unfortunately it doesn't matter what the sport...I have incredibly sad stories of shaming coaches, parents living vicariously through their kids, and coaches who don't know the theory of the game, no less the rules.
In my dream world, I see qualified coaches and instructors who respect all persons. Team means how you conduct yourself on and off the field, aplogizing when necessary. Guidelines. Established consequences. Accountability. Concession stands with healthy food. Parental support of the coaches. Good communication and understanding among the coaching staff. Athletic development where the athlete reaps the rewards of their commitment/hard work and fondly recalls their coaches who not only taught them the game, but strategies for life. Coaches who help develop athletes and realize they may never be recognized for their invest but find satisfaction in knowing the athlete can take their game to the next level and next coach. Safety. Umpires who are out there because they love the game and want to bring something to it rather than earn $XX while living on a power trip. Respect given to umpires on very questionable, difficult calls. Instructors, coaches, and parents who believe in proper execution and knowledge of training. Openmindedness. Communicating to appropriate parties rather than gossiping about others. Oh what a wonderful world it would be...
I strongly encourage every member to watch the video clips below. You may be tempted to evaluate some of the mechanics as I am found guilty, but the messages contained within EACH clip cannot be dismissed.
http://youtube.com/watch?v=DNlVymXDdmE (Coaching Youth Sports)
http://youtube.com/watch?v=aoMmbUmKN0E (Cudos, Mike Gundy)
http://youtube.com/watch?v=ODqjUqW3c0U&feature=related (NCAA real Softball)
Ang
You have been reading the outline of my book that I will never write...lol!! My husband has a great coaching style with knowledge of the rules and game. However, what he has learned (the hard way) is that team and coaching philosophy must be out front when bringing on new talented players. The athlete is rarely the problem, its coaches and parents and differing views on what is deemed foundational. Win at all costs? Athletic development? Fun? Formation of good memories? Positioning players according to potential? Who is coaching here?? Good communication? Unity of the coaching staff? I can go on and on. Unfortunately it doesn't matter what the sport...I have incredibly sad stories of shaming coaches, parents living vicariously through their kids, and coaches who don't know the theory of the game, no less the rules.
In my dream world, I see qualified coaches and instructors who respect all persons. Team means how you conduct yourself on and off the field, aplogizing when necessary. Guidelines. Established consequences. Accountability. Concession stands with healthy food. Parental support of the coaches. Good communication and understanding among the coaching staff. Athletic development where the athlete reaps the rewards of their commitment/hard work and fondly recalls their coaches who not only taught them the game, but strategies for life. Coaches who help develop athletes and realize they may never be recognized for their invest but find satisfaction in knowing the athlete can take their game to the next level and next coach. Safety. Umpires who are out there because they love the game and want to bring something to it rather than earn $XX while living on a power trip. Respect given to umpires on very questionable, difficult calls. Instructors, coaches, and parents who believe in proper execution and knowledge of training. Openmindedness. Communicating to appropriate parties rather than gossiping about others. Oh what a wonderful world it would be...
I strongly encourage every member to watch the video clips below. You may be tempted to evaluate some of the mechanics as I am found guilty, but the messages contained within EACH clip cannot be dismissed.
http://youtube.com/watch?v=DNlVymXDdmE (Coaching Youth Sports)
http://youtube.com/watch?v=aoMmbUmKN0E (Cudos, Mike Gundy)
http://youtube.com/watch?v=ODqjUqW3c0U&feature=related (NCAA real Softball)
Ang