Have seen a fair share of coaching styles on the sidelines with my U9 boys - but stumbled upon a team a week or two ago where the coach can be found screaming at his team, singling out particular players, and questioning every move (or mistake) they make. I felt bad for the opponents as with every scream from the sidelines was met by young kids second guessing their every decision which is exactly the opposite what an effective coach should be doing. No coaching support on the bench- just flailing arms and shrugs from the sidelines.
Would love to hear the opinion of other coaches out here regarding what is appropriate for a U9 player. No one expects sunshine and rainbows or participation trophies - just balanced coaching that can be firm, disciplined and fair while also recognizing the importance of positive encouragement as support.
That’s what our kids get - but not the team that we saw the other week.
Would love to hear the opinion of other coaches out here regarding what is appropriate for a U9 player. No one expects sunshine and rainbows or participation trophies - just balanced coaching that can be firm, disciplined and fair while also recognizing the importance of positive encouragement as support.
That’s what our kids get - but not the team that we saw the other week.
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