1. A Strength & Conditioning Coach’s Guide to Effective Communication with Sport Coaches, Administrators, and Parents

2. Mark Watts Director of Education at Elitefts.com NSCA Ohio State Director Former Strength & Conditioning Coach, Football Coach, or Intern at: – Denison University, The Ohio State University, United States Military Academy, The University of Tulsa, Allegheny College and Clarion University

3. The Importance of the S&C Coach and Sport Coach Relationship Stress Management Job Security Professional Development

4. Understanding the Sport Coach They have more invested than you. They are protective of their teams. They may not trust you. They may not see your value.

5. Communication Strategies Initial Meeting – Ask Questions – Know expectations – Open Book Provide the coach your training program. Invite them to a session. Get feedback.

6. Creating the Culture Off-Season – No need to justify – Outwork everyone In-Season – Eliminate soreness – By insanely adaptable Team Competitions – Coach’s buy-in

7. The Coach’s Misconceptions Female Athlete Concerns Injury Concerns LSD Training Fads Outside Influences Absence of Evidence