Coaching Philosophy Test 1

Describe the different categories of nonverbal communication:

-Body motion- gestures and movements of hands, head, feet, and entire body -Physical characteristics- physique, attractiveness, height, weight, body odors, and the like. -Touching behavior- pats on the back, take someone's hand, putting an arm around an athlete's shoulders. -Voice characteristics- voice quality-its pitch, rhythm, resonance, inflections. -Body position- the personal space between you and others and the position of your body with respect to others.

Most coaches lean toward one of three coaching styles, which are:

-Command Style -Submissive Style -Cooperative Style

What are the maturational differences of young athletes?

-Early Adolescence (11 to 14 years) -Middle Adolescence (15 to 17 years) -Late Adolescence (18 to 21 years)

How do coaches help athletes develop good character?

-Identify the principles of character -Teach the principles of character -Provide opportunities to practice moral behavior

What are the most important characteristics of successful coaches as outlined in Successful Coaching?

-Leadership!!! also knowledge of the sport, motivation to succeed, and empathy

How does society view these objectives?

society expects you as a coach to accept development as your number one objective. and short-term objectives of winning and having fun.

How does appropriate self-disclosure affect athletes?

they will share their thoughts and feelings with you as a coach. this also develops their character.

What are the eight most important communication skills of effective coaches?

(1) Coach Incredible never admits to an error, not respected because he doesn't show any for his athletes (2) Coach Naysayer- most words and actions are negative. (3) The Judge continually evaluates his athletes instead of instructing them. (4) With Coach Finkle you are never sure what she will say. (5) Coach Glib is the most talkative person you ever met, gives instructions constantly during practice. (6) Coach Stone never shows emotion. (7) The Professor is unable to explain anything at a level understandable to his players. (8) Coach Skinner just doesn't seem to understand how the principles of reinforcement work.

Name/describe the 3 "dimensions" of communication

(1) communication includes not only sending messages but also receiving them. EX> Generally coaches are known much more for their oratorical skills than for their listening skills. (2) communication consists of verbal and nonverbal messages. EX> Gestures of hostility, facial expressions of joy, movements of intimidation, and acts of kindness. (3) communication has two parts: content and emotion. EX> Content is the substance of the message, and emotion is how you feel about it. Content is expressed verbally, emotion nonverbally.

What are the components of team culture and how does a coach develop and nurture team culture?

-Team tradition -Basic operating procedures -Management of information -Nature of the sport -Power, influence, and status structure within the team -Leadership style of the coach --involve athletes in defining team goals and recognizing that team goals must be compatible with individual goals. --treating each athlete with respect --giving athletes responsibilities that they can accommodate. ---developing a sound coaching philosophy. ---adopting a long-term rather than a short-term perspective

What are ways for a coach to manage the many cultural differences that will be encountered?

-be sensitive to the cultural heritage of diff categories of ppl -teach athletes to respect their own cultural heritage and those of other groups. -have a clear sense of your own ethnic and cultural heritage and how it may influence coaching -check yourself for discrimination against athletes of racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds diff from your own

What are the 3 major objectives of coaching?

-to win -to help young people have fun -to help young people develop

What types of gender or sensitive sexual issues exist among athletes?

-women playing sports -sexual orientation

What is the ASEP philosophy?

American Sport Education Program means.. Athletes First, Winning Second

Athletes Character Code

Be respectful Be responsible Be caring Be honest Be fair Be a good citizen

How can you encourage your athletes to do well academically?

a coach is already an educator through teaching of good sporting behavior and character on and off the playing field. they are also at the prime position to promote and support your athletes academic education.

What is team culture?

is the way things are done on a team-its the social architecture that nurtures the team psyche. a healthy team culture creates a climate for success.

How can you become more self-aware?

by knowing who you are before you can help your athletes know who they are. When you are at peace with yourself, you can help your athletes to be at peace with themselves.

Why is character education an essential duty of coaches?

coaches have an influence on their players. they remind players that they could work harder, encouraged your talents, demanded that you behave responsibly, and treat you with respect while insisting that you be respectful.

How does the communication style of a cooperative style coach differ from the communication style of a command or submissive style coach?

communication style coach communicate in a straightforward, positive, and confident way and allow and encourage others to do the same. command style coaches communicate in an aggressive way by ordering athletes to do whatever he or she wants. submissive style coaches seldom express their own viewpoints and will tend to express agreement.

How do you develop your coaching philosophy?

consists of (1) major objectives (things you value and want to achieve) and (2) your beliefs or principles that help you achieve your objectives.

What is self-disclosure?

how much of yourself will you share with your athletes.

What is character?

is about who we are and what we stand for. Character is what you are in the dark.

What is sportsmanship?

is good character when participating in sports. its about respect for opponents, officials, teammates, coaches, and especially for the game itself.

How can you give your athletes opportunities to practice the principles of good character?

playing sport. establishing routines and rewarding good character.

Why do you need a coaching philosophy?

to help make difficult decisions, to reach a goal, and coach more successfully.

How do you determine your own objectives?

you need to consider not only your objectives for coaching and those of your sport program but also what you personally want from coaching.