COACHING DEVELOPMENT =Guest wrote: ↑Thu Jan 23, 2025 8:34 amOkay, I hear you goofs talk about “development” and I would love to hear your definition.Guest wrote: ↑Wed Jan 22, 2025 9:20 pmWinning means nothing if your players aren’t developing. Any idiot can coach a group of highly skilled kids to win alliance, it’s about developing a team beyond alliance and off the ice. The missed measurables at EMC, coaching mentor might catch that.Guest wrote: ↑Wed Jan 22, 2025 1:28 pmHhhhmmm...no spelling mistakes...can't be JB feedback!Guest wrote: ↑Wed Jan 22, 2025 10:52 am Why do they need a mentor...the dads on the glass who rotate ends at the end of the period know it all...just like the moms in the stands at WF who yell yet cannot tell you what offside or icing is?
And this applies to every association...not just EMC or LJK
If it is so easy just submit your name in HL to start...work your way up in different age groups and level .....and come back and let everyone know how easy it is to be successful
Nobody said it was easy...coaching goes beyond winning defining you as "successful". What is success? Winning the SS or Alliance is your litmus test then you are not in this for the right reasons. You are being given the reins from trusting parents to assist in their growth as people and to help prepare them for life lessons...not all about G & A's. Simply being good to kids and supporting with the right words and messages are why you are there...not just to show well in big games and tournaments because of your special teams knowledge because you played a high level of hockey somewhere and now you feel that automatically qualifies you.
A bit more to this position of responsibility than you are affording or recognizing. So maybe...just maybe...you need to recognize what it is that you are truly being selected to do as a COACH and perhaps now and again thank a glass banger for trusting you to coach their kids!
If your kid starts slipping.. maybe it’s not all on the coaches. My kid works his ass off outside of the rink and excels on the ice. This is not because his coaches are miracle workers.. this is because my kid WORKS. Coaches see kids for a few hours a week, what are you doing with your kid at home to help them develop? Are you encouraging them to have a good work ethic, eat healthy, shot practices, strength work, actually watch hockey from a systems standpoint, positive attitude?
It’s so easy to say “ahh that coach didn’t develop my kid” when you’re not doing your part and neither is your kid
1. Technical Knowledge
• Game Understanding: Deep knowledge of hockey rules, strategies, systems (e.g., forechecking, backchecking, power play, penalty kill), and trends in the game.
• Skill Development: Ability to teach skating, puck handling, passing, shooting, and positional play.
• Practice Planning: Creating engaging and purposeful practice plans with clear objectives.
• Player Development: Focus on individual player growth, including skills, fitness, and mental resilience.
• Video Analysis: Use technology to analyze games and practices to provide feedback.
2. Communication Skills
• Clear Instruction: Explain drills, strategies, and corrections effectively.
• Feedback Delivery: Provide constructive criticism and positive reinforcement.
• Active Listening: Understand players’ needs and concerns.
3. Leadership Qualities
• Team Culture: Foster a positive, inclusive, and hard-working team environment.
• Role Model: Display professionalism, punctuality, and respect.
• Decision-Making: Be decisive yet open to input from players and staff.
4. Player-Centered Approach
• Motivation: Inspire players to give their best effort on and off the ice.
• Individualized Coaching: Recognize and develop the unique strengths and weaknesses of each player.
• Character Building: Teach life skills like discipline, teamwork, and perseverance.
5. Safety and Well-Being
• Injury Prevention: Promote safe play and conditioning to reduce injuries.
• Mental Health Awareness: Support players’ mental and emotional well-being.
• Bench Management: Monitor player safety during games.
6. Professional Development
• Certifications: Obtain required coaching certifications (e.g., Hockey Canada).
• Continuing Education: Attend coaching clinics, seminars, and conferences.
• Networking: Connect with other coaches to share ideas and experiences.
7. Team and Game Management
• Game Strategy: Make in-game adjustments and decisions effectively.
• Roster Management: Balance playing time to ensure development and competitiveness.
• Conflict Resolution: Manage disputes among players, parents, and staff calmly and fairly.
8. Community Engagement
• Parental Communication: Keep parents informed about team goals, schedules, and progress.
• Team Representation: Uphold the reputation of the team in the community.
• Volunteerism: Encourage team involvement in local charitable or community events.
Developing as a coach is an ongoing process that requires adaptability, humility, and a commitment to growth. Not sure the above can be done at home by parents having their kids eat protein shakes and shoot pucks in basement!
