Many basketball players have a tough time utilizing their skills in a game. They fight internal and external factors which get in the way of playing up to their potential. This book identifies the many events that players struggle with but, most importantly, steps and strategies offered to help the player cope with and embrace those many events. This book also offers tips for the player to better understand the game of basketball. That understanding will allow the player to know when and how to use his or her skills. The ability for the player to emotionally and mentally prepare for the game and to have the ability to understand the game will give him or her a big leg up on their opponents. This book teaches you how to do that.
“Players today are selfish and hard to coach.”
“It’s hard to get good team chemistry these days.”
“I wish I could just coach and not deal with all the hassles with parents, administrators, and players.”
Have you muttered such complaints to yourself or even spoken them aloud? If so, Know Yourself as a Coach can help.
In Know Yourself as a Coach you will learn how to:
- evaluate yourself as a person to determine what defines you and what motivates you-and how best to put that newfound insight to use;
- assess your coaching style, analyze where your strengths and weaknesses lie, and decide how to use this knowledge to enhance your skills;
- hone your people skills and put them to work for you; and
- develop the mental side of coaching.
Whether you are an up-and-coming coach or a longtime veteran, Know Yourself as a Coach will give you new insights into yourself, your players, and your approach to coaching.