Coaching Sports: Motivational Considerations for Optimal Performance - Softcover

Kuehling, Alexander

Softcover

ISBN 10: 3639185277 ISBN 13: 9783639185270

Publisher: VDM Verlag, 2009

Synopsis

The art of coaching sports in the modern age typically focuses on the eccentricities of professional athletics. However, beyond the glitz and glamour of the professional ranks, youth participation in sports has been shown to improve an individual's self-esteem, work ethic and leadership capabilities, if coached correctly. This book examines the steps necessary for a coach to guide a sports team to success, regardless of whether the team is comprised of professional or youth athletes. This work outlines the path for creating a positive a team culture, utilizing practice efficiently, gaining the team¿s trust, motivating individual players, maintaining faith in the team, avoiding emotional vices, generating player leadership, reinforcing your message creatively and putting closure on the season.

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About the Author

Specializing in the sport of ice hockey, Alexander has coached/trained players from 5 years old to professional athletes. He earned a B.A. from the U. of Maine, a M.A. from Washington University, and is currently working toward a J.D. from Quinnipiac University. This work was inspired by his work with the U. of Maine Men's Ice Hockey Team.

Edition details

• Publisher: VDM Verlag
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 3639185277
• ISBN 13: 9783639185270
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 80