First published 2000
Youth sports coaching presents unique challenges that require specific skills and approaches. Richard Rhodes addresses the dual responsibility coaches face: teaching athletic fundamentals while developing positive leadership qualities in young athletes. The book establishes coaching foundations that work for newcomers and veterans alike. Rhodes emphasizes that successful youth coaching depends on proper instruction of basic skills combined with leadership development. The program focuses heavily on maintaining the enjoyment factor in sports participation rather than pursuing wins at all costs. Coaches receive immediately applicable techniques they can use in their coaching situations. The approach ensures children receive instruction from coaches who understand both skill development and positive leadership principles. Rhodes provides a comprehensive system that coaches can implement right away to create rewarding experiences for young athletes.
Genres: sports, education, non-fiction, academic
Vibes: instructional, practical, thought-provoking
Tropes: how-to, instructional
130 pages · Paperback · Amer Coaching Inst