Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Basketball: What Coaches Want

Good coaches want a lot from players, some under their control and others not.

Developmental (youth) coaching isn't the same as higher level coaching where job security, income, and perception matter. Time, role, and recognition don't belong solely in the players domain.

  • Embrace our philosophy - teamwork, improvement, accountability
  • Play hard for each other (not for the coach or community)
  • Be a great teammate, put the team first (shared vision, sacrifice).
  • Give great effort daily, be your best version at home, in school, and in all activities.
  • Communicate on and off the court.
  • Play unselfishly.  
  • Be coachable. 
  • Focus on this play. 
  • PTRW (Play the right way) - physically and mentally tough.
  • Be a student of the game, understanding what works or doesn't.
  • Respect the game, officials, coaches, and teammates.
  • Show sportsmanship. 
  • "Don't whine, don't complain, don't make excuses." - Wooden
What coaches find difficult... 
  • Players with agendas 
  • Lack of attention or effort 
  • Toxic attitudes, wherever they originate
ChatGPT input on being a great teammate: 

Being a great teammate requires qualities that go beyond individual performance, focusing on how one's actions contribute to the collective success of the group. Here are key inputs to being a great teammate:

  1. Selflessness: Prioritizing the team's needs over individual desires. Great teammates put aside personal agendas and do what's best for the group, whether it's sacrificing a play or helping others shine.

  2. Communication: Clear and open dialogue builds trust. Great teammates share constructive feedback, encouragement, and ideas to keep the group connected and aligned.

  3. Accountability: Accepting responsibility for personal actions and holding others to a high standard. Accountability fosters respect and a stronger commitment to team goals.

  4. Support: Emotional and mental support during both victories and setbacks. A great teammate lifts others up, encourages improvement, and helps the team stay focused, even during tough moments.

  5. Work Ethic: Consistent effort sets a powerful example. By showing dedication to practice and preparation, great teammates motivate those around them to push harder and stay focused.

  6. Adaptability: Being flexible to roles or strategies, even if they are outside one's comfort zone. A willingness to play wherever needed enhances the team’s overall effectiveness.

  7. Respect: Treating teammates, coaches, and opponents with respect, regardless of circumstances, creates a healthy environment that promotes long-term success.

Lagniappe. Simplify. 
Lagniappe 2. Who is making our team better? 
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