While the impact of coaches on their athletes has been appreciated
for more than a century, only recently have researchers reached a
consensus concerning the key coaching principles and methods that
consistently ensure the most positive outcomes for athletes and
coaches. Sport Coaches' Handbook presents this more holistic
approach to coaching and provides possible applications to raise
the quality of coaching around the globe. This groundbreaking
reference is for aspiring coaches and current coaches across all
sports and participation levels. Sport Coaches' Handbook is
authored and edited by leading international figures in coaching
and coach development who have been selected by the International
Council for Coaching Excellence (ICCE). The book helps coaches to
fulfill their chosen role while considering their personal values
and philosophy, the athletes they coach, and the environment in
which they work. Coaches will find information and insights on
numerous topics of critical importance to a successful coaching
career: Employing ethical decision making with a systematic method
to ensure choices are consistent with moral and professional
guidelines Developing a coaching philosophy and evaluating how to
define or sharpen that approach Promoting athlete development by
enhancing athletes' psychological and physical growth as well as
technical and tactical performance Embracing the crucial
characteristics that nurture effective leadership in coaching Each
chapter features a practical exercise or self-evaluation that
underscores specific points of emphasis and challenges coaches to
reflect on their personal experiences and apply their newfound
knowledge in their individual coaching contexts. In addition,
motivational quotes and subject-related anecdotes about exemplary
coaches are highlighted throughout the book to inspire coaches to
be even more athlete-centered and successful leaders. The book's
internationally recognized contributors collectively represent more
than 300 years of coaching experience and bring to the book their
extensive knowledge of coaching. Sport Coaches' Handbook is the
clear choice for coaches and coach educators dedicated to
developing and improving coaches and furthering the profession of
coaching.
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