Coaching Philosophy
- 1. Coaching Philosophy Stephanie Chang Everyones coaching philosophies or coaching styles are different in many ways, however they should be similar in some aspects, in my opinion. Good communication, establishing team goals, setting priorities, and being responsible should all come together in the process of coming up with your own coaching philosophy. Keep in mind that everyone is different and everyones teaching and coaching styles will also be different. Communication I want to be able to communicate my vision effectively with my players and their parents to assure them that if at any point in time there was a miscommunication or if they did not understand something, they can feel free to speak to me at their convenience. I want to be able to listen thoroughly, and explain miscommunications, but as everyone knows you cant please and make everyone happy. Establishing team goals Set realistic and accomplishable goals for the team. Explain to the players and the parents that they joined a team and that they must work together for the team as a whole to be successful. If one person fails, the team fails as a whole. Regardless if the team loses or wins a game, there is always a lesson that can be taught. Setting priorities
- 2. I as the coach, or my assistant coaches will help each player with whatever position or part in the game it is they do not understand. We will run different drills to practice for different positions and select the best-qualified players to hold those positions. Being responsible As the head coach I take full responsibility of what is happening on the field, in the court, or wherever it is the players are playing and in whatever sport they are playing in. Teach the players the best way you know how and the best way you know they will understand. However, always be open to new ideas. Not everyone learns the same. The final and most important thing is, be passionate for what it is youre doing and what it is you are coaching. No player wants to be around someone who isnt motivating and someone that obviously doesnt love their job. In my eyes as long as you remain humble, stay loyal to your team, and push them to their full potential you cant go wrong at the end of the day.