Coaching: The Art & Science “Some succeed because they are destined to, but most succeed because they are determined to.”

Role of the Coach “All the world’s a stage and all the men and women merely players…each man in there own time plays many parts” (William Shakespeare)

Role of the Coach Coaches have many roles to play and many tasks to perform. Group discussions – groups of 3 – 5 List and discuss the various roles and tasks that coaches perform

Role of the Coach

“Basketball is not the ultimate. It is of small importance in comparison to the total life we live.” (John Wooden) Overall responsibility – to instill in participants lifetime values of sportsmanship and fair play by establishing a positive sport environment

Role of the Coach Ability to instill values depends on how well you understand: 1. Participant’s reasons for being in sport 2. Knowledge about the roles of coaches and what makes a “coach” 3. Values of fair play and adhere to an appropriate philosophical approach

Role of the Coach Role of Canadian University Coaches (Miller & Salmela, 1996) 1.Athletic – train the athlete - technically, tactically, psychologically, physically 2.Educational – academic responsibility - promoting academics as a priority

Role of the Coach Role of Canadian University Coaches (Miller & Salmela, 1996) 3.Professional - development of profession – development of sport - “leaders of sport culture” 4.Promotion & Marketing - fundraising - reflects changes in coaching environment

Profile of a Coach (Ogilvie and Tutko, 1966) Draft a reference letter for yourself. What are ten traits you would highlight?

Profile of a Coach (Ogilvie and Tutko, 1966)

“Successful” Coaches (Brunnemer, 1979)

The Coach’s Influence When athletes like and respect coach they imitate behaviour and accept attitudes Athlete’s benefit most from coaches who are supportive and encouraging - like sports more and develop more positive self images

Effective Coaches Demonstrate genuine concern for athlete’s well being as a person and a sport participant

Effective Coaches - Traits

Effective Coaches - Traits

TSN: For the Love of the Game “Screaming Coaches” 1. Is there a balance between winning and the best for the kids in coach Martin’s approach? 2. How does coach Martin justify the feedback he gives? 3. How effective is coach Martin’s approach with the athletes? 4. What role should a parent have in this type of situation?