vet sport exam

The role of a coach

Assist and support athletes and participants to develop to their full potential in their sport

Foundation level participants

Beginners learning the sport for the first time, require high degree of instruction and demonstration

Technical skill

The technique needed to play the sport

Tactical skill

The tactics a player uses to gain advantage on others

Assistant coaches

Primary role is ensure participants, equipment and facilities are prepared

Working With Children Check (WWCC)

Looks at criminal history and relevant finding to ensure children are safe for sexual/physical harm in your care

National Sporting Organisation (NSO)

–      Safe environment and equiptment

–      Session planning

–      Player welfare

Session planning

Read it, interoperate it and confirm it with the head coach so they can provide feedback

Coaches responsibility

-       Safety should be at the forefront of any coach’s session

–      Check equipment and resources are safe

–      Ensure grounds are safe for use

Equipment

·      Inspect equipment for faults, breaks and cracks

–      Layout

–      Condition

–      Stored

are all safe

Encountering problems

-       Always appear professional (organised and prepared)

-       Early detection will avoid problems

-       Report issues to supervisor immediately so changes can be made

Hydration

Essential to achieve maximal performance/keep up with physical demands of participations

Coaching communications

Be able to communicate instruction, expectations, goals, and feedback effectively

Instruction

providing a detailed information about how something should be done

Demonstration

shows something being done

Part skills

The coach breaks down each skill and teachs each element separately

Whole skills

Skill is taught in its entirety without breaking down

Whole - Part - Whole skill

  Shows participants the whole skill then breaking it down so they can attempt it

Voice levels

-       Tone: how you speak

-       Volume: how loud of soft you speak

-       Speed: how quickly you speak

-       Pitch: the highness or lowness of your voice

Active listening

Fully concentrating on what the person is saying

Terminology and language

Rephrase to make things easier to understand

Open and closed questions

open- more then one word answer closed- yes or no

Responding to questions

-       Listen to the question

-       Pause to consider your answer

-       Respond honestly

Giving feedback

Provide constructive feedback so they are able to continue to develop

Constructive feedback

Allows for further skill development

Feedback sandwich

Positive - Negative - Positive

Non-Verbal Communication

-       Facial expressions

-       Body language

-       Gestures

-       Eye contact

Sequence of a Sport Specific Session Introduction

-       Present an outline of the session

-       Establish the goals of the session

Sequence of a Sport Specific Session Warm-Up

-       Low intensity

-       Sport specific

-       Dynamic stretching

Sequence of a Sport Specific Session Main Body

  Contains drills, tasks, and activities to target skills

Sequence of a Sport Specific Session Cool Down

-       Returned the body to pre exercise levels

-       Lowers blood pressure, heart rate and body temperature

Sequence of a Sport Specific Session Sequencing

-       How activities, tasks and skills are ordered during the session

-       Easiest to hardest

Behavioural Standards Treat each other with respect

–      no harassment

–      bullying

Behavioural Standards Ensure participants do not participate in unsportsmanlike behaviour

–      Cheating

–      Taunting opposition

Behavioural Standards Code of Conduct:

a framework for clubs and organisations and outlines their standards of ethical behaviours and ethical conduct expected by all members

Behavioural Standards ASC code of conduct for coaches

-       Respect the rights and dignity of every person regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, or sexual orientation

-       Promote a safe and inclusive environment, in which every person is protected and free from discrimination, harassment and abuse

Behavioural Standards ASC code of conduct for players

-       Adhere to the principles of fair play and always play by the rules, respecting the traditions of the game and the spirit of competition

-       Respect the rights and dignity of every person including teammates, opponents, coaches and officials and never engage in behaviour that abuses, provokes or harasses others

Behavioural Standards How to establish behaviour standards

-       Ask participants to read and sign a code of conduct

-       Hold a meeting with parents and guardians where you explain the rules

Behavioural standards for an assistant coach -       Arrive on time

–      Time to interoperate, plan and prepare the session

–      Check equipment and set up activities

Behavioural standards for an assistant coach -       Use acceptable language

Be professional

Behavioural standards for an assistant coach -       Promote positive interactions and participation

–      Be a positive influence and a good sport

Behavioural standards for an assistant coach-       Use a self reflection to. Identify areas of improvement

–      Identify what you did well

–      Identify what needs to be improved

Behavioural standards for an assistant coach Participants poor behaviour

-       Children are more likely to be distracted and talk to their friends which can be disruptive

Behavioural standards for an assistant coach How to avoid poor behaviour

Get to know the players, build a rapport with them

Behavioural standards for an assistant coach Addressing poor behaviour

-       Ignore it if it is mild and not affecting others

Completing Sessions -Seek feedback

-       Informal (ask questions during cool down)

-       Listen carefully and respond appropriately

Completing Sessions Follow up sessions

-       Tell participants about it

-       Give details to encourage participants to come

Completing Sessions Check equipment

-       Inspect one piece at a time before putting away

-       Look for faults, wear and tare or signs of deterioration

Completing Sessions Pack up equipment

-       Do it in accordance to procedures

-       Clean and pack equipment in a certain way

Completing Sessions Review sport specific session

Seek feedback for supervisor/participants on your performance and review your own performance on what went well and what needs improving