How any times have you watched a group of players who may not be the most talented team you've witnessed, but they manage to keep winning?
I happen to think a coach with great communication skills can accomplish this based on his interactions with all the players.
Four Hallmarks for Successful Coaches are:
1. Developmental Plans: They have an aggressive, written plan for the ongoing development and performance of each team member.
2. Frequent Communication: They engage in frequent and productive communication with each member of the team.
3. Balanced Feedback: They provide continuing feedback to each member of the team in terms of the skills and knowledge being displayed as well as the results being achieved.
4. Reinforcement of Value: They regularly reinforce the value and importance of both the work being done and players doing the work.
If your kids are lucky that will have this kind of coach. The men/women armed with these great and necessary skills have a leg up on the competition.
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