Introduction to Philosophies of Coaching

Introduction to philosophies of coaching—overarching frameworks, perspectives, deep beliefs, and values that drive coaches’ specific practices—as they are manifested in writings and conduct of professional and college sport coaches. Exploration of these through study of successful coaches in variety of sports unpacking their fundamental keys of success. Reflection on and cultivation of one’s own personal and intentional philosophy of coaching answering questions what is your why and what is your how. Exploration of questions such as what is coach, what is coach’s overall purpose, what are desired results, how best can coach lead and produce these results. Methods and assignments include presentations, analyzing videos, group work, interviews, analyses of coaching philosophies, and constructing statement of one’s own philosophy of coaching.

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