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

2. 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)

3. 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

4. Role of the Coach - psychologist- teacher- friend - driver- fundraiser- administrator - therapist- bookkeeper- travel agent - surrogate parent- motivator- disciplinarian - employer- reporter- marketer - fashion designer- equipment manager – janitor - cook- A-V expert- nutritionist - labourer - treasurer - consultant- other

5. 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

6. 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

7. 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

8. 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

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

10. Profile of a Coach (Ogilvie and Tutko, 1966) High need to achieve Highly organized Outgoing and warm Emotionally mature In tune with cultural values

11. Profile of a Coach (Ogilvie and Tutko, 1966) Accept responsibility Appropriately aggressive Persistent Leadership Trusting people

12. “Successful” Coaches (Brunnemer, 1979) Desire to succeed Ability to motivate Organizational skills Ability to communicate Knowledge of sport

13. “Successful” Coaches (Brunnemer, 1979) Ability to recruit Self confidence Fairness Experience Self discipline

14. 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

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

16. Effective Coaches - Traits Encouraging Good teachers Enthusiastic Knowledgeable Understanding

17. Effective Coaches - Traits Hard workers Able to motivate Build confidence Provide help on an individual basis Sense of humour

18. 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?