The Role of the Parent in the Development of the Athlete
The Development Team Coach Athlete Parents
Coaches Athletic Training Skill Development Tactics & Strategy Mental Toughness Nutrition Injury management
Athlete Learn Train Compete
Parent Nurturer Mentor Financier Chauffer Chef Assistant Coach role model Financier Chauffer Chef Assistant Coach
The Parent as Assistant Coach Follow the lead of the coach Have a basic knowledge of Sport Science Sport Skills Strategy Conditioning Injuries Sport Psychology Nutrition
Common Parental Mistakes! Improper nutrition Criticism Disagreeing with the coach No one is wrong, just different! You owe me! “If you lose, you are not paying me back!” Body language “I’m too busy!” Not pushing hard enough/pushing too hard Obsessed with winning
Effect on Player Confusion Loss of Confidence Loss of Focus Fear Stress Loss of Confidence Loss of Focus Thumb exercise Fear Lower Energy Level Disinterest Want to quit Under performance They notice everything!
Parental Role Summary! Nurture your child Support the coach. Love, respect Hugs, especially after a loss Obligation Support the coach. You will not agree with all the individuals working with your child.
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