Coaches What Can We Learn from the Coaching Philosophies of Five Great Coaches? As coaches, we should always be learning. The best coaches — even at the elite level — are avid learners, constantly seeking... Sport NZ 9 Min Read
Coaches Building Rapport and Developing Great Coach-Athlete Relationships Building rapport and developing relationships is arguably the most important part of coaching. After all, coaching is a human activity, revolving around... Sport NZ 5 Min Read
Watch Coaches Designing a Session — Understanding the Three Rs: Repetition, Realism, and Relevance Designing great session plans is a crucial (and rewarding) component of delivering youth sport. As coaches, we need to give young athletes... Sport NZ 5 Min Read
Watch Coaches Coaching Scenario — Working With U7-U12 Players: What Kind of Practices Might I Include? Knowing our athletes — and what they need and want — is the key to being a good coach. What benefits one... Sport NZ 5 Min Read
Coaches Developing a Team Identity Many coaches talk about team identity. But what does ‘identity’ mean? And how does it affect the athletes we coach? In this... Sport NZ 6 Min Read
Coaches A Guide to Running Good Trials and Selection Processes We know that trials and selection processes in youth sport can be a hot topic for many sports administrators, coaches, parents and... Sport NZ 11 Min Read