Questions for Reflection

What are the three coaching styles most coaches adopt?

What is your coaching style? Can you see how the cooperative style fits with the Athletes First, Winning Second philosophy? What aspects of your coaching methods would you have to change to become more of a cooperative$-$style coach?

How do you define leadership? What is the difference between leadership and management?

As a leader, in what ways do you address not only the physical but the psychological and social environments of your athletes?

How do you provide direction for your athletes? Do you focus on the steps that lead to winning as well as other goals?

What are the components of team culture? In what ways do you foster a positive team culture, and do you include your athletes in its creation?

Are you knowledgeable about the sport you coach? Are you motivated to be the best coach you can be$?$ Do you have empathy for your athletes? These three qualities are important to the success of any coach.

Do you agree with the behavioral guidelines listed for coaches' codes of ethics? Do you endorse any of the specific codes of ethics to which I've provided web links?