Coaching the current generation

Here's my advice for being successful coaching the current generation of athletes. It's pretty simple and to the point - and hopefully not a big surprise.

A player’s perspective on better coaching

Here, according to an athlete, are five ways coaches can be more effective communicators, get more out of their teams, and be better role models.

Be a better coach – 3 things you can do

Some academic research into top performing coaches offers up three areas coaches can work on to make themselves better and more effective.

Developing good hitter mentality

Here are some insights into how hitters need a good mentality and a full set of potential attacking solutions from coaching legend Julio Velasco.

Can you coach without saying “Don’t”?

I challenge you to remove the word "don't" from your coaching language. It probably won't be easy, but if you can do it you will probably see big benefits.

Six coaching tips from the soccer world

I came across an article from the world of soccer that makes some very good points about several aspects of coaching that apply to any sport.

Reader questions on passing and serving

A reader who is a volleyball player has a couple questions on how to help her teammates be better in serve reception and in serving

A better way to change coaching opinions

Telling another coach that you think what they're doing is wrong or could be done better tends not to go well. Here's a better way.