By Brian Gotta, President of CoachDeck I read a quote from Ben Franklin recently which was, “Tell me and I’ll forget. Teach me and I’ll remember. Involve me and I’ll learn.” That is some of the best advice for coaches...
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7 Things NOT To Do When Coaching Your Own Kid
From our friends at TrueSport.org: Think you want to coach your kid's team or get more involved in their individual training? Our experts explain what NOT to do.
Learn From It!
By Brian Gotta, President of CoachDeck LLC “Learn from it!” It is a phrase I have probably uttered a hundred times as a coach and parent, and one I’ve heard others use as well. When a player makes a mistake,...
C.O.A.C.H.
By Dr. Darrell BurnettConcentrate on positives.Offer yourself as an example.Always expect what is reasonable.Create team spirit.Have Fun. Laugh a lot.Concentrate on positives ___ I catch the kids doing well.___ I keep a 4-1 ratio of positives to negatives.___ I praise...
Sports Parents, Try and Receive Coach Feedback with an Open Mind
By Dr. Chris Stankovich Want to know one of the fastest ways to help your child improve in sports? The answer might be simpler than you ever thought — listen to the coach! While this advice might sound like common sense, I...