Adding unstructured play
There's value to unstructured play. So how can we give kids more opportunities for that, and how can we be less structured in practice?
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coaching philosophy
Winning vs. Succeeding
Every coach can learn from John Wooden. In this video he shares some of his philosophy, especially around the difference between succeeding and winning.
Can you coach without punishments?
Does your coaching philosophy include the use of physical punishment in practice? Here are some things to think about on the subject.
The coaching environment you create matters a lot
Comments from a brain researcher at an exercise science conference speak to the influance of the coaching environment we create on our athletes.
Is this a new era of coaching?
A college coach authored a short article in which she describes a change in eras in coaching. She makes very good points, but something is missing.
Selecting a team captain – one view
How do you pick your team captain(s), if you have them? He's the approach of one of the most successful coaches of all time, which closely matches my own.
My three principles for how my teams play
In response to a coaching philosophy cue, here's what I think are the three top principles which describe my approach to how my teams play.
If you think coaching is easy, you’re probably doing it wrong
Coaching is not something you just start doing, contrary to what many players seem to think. It's a challenge requiring constant education and development.
Do you foster a culture of alibis?
Once upon a time, volleyball coaching legend Julio Velasco made some comments about what he called "the culture of the alibis" which continue to resonate.