Roles of Coaches

When the coach advises athletes on the training to be conducted and suitable kit and equipment

• Advisor

• Manager

• Motivator

• Confidant

When the coach assesses athlete’s performance in training and in competition

• Coach

• Fitness trainer

• Assesor

• Innovator

Resolving emotional problems on the basis that sharing anxieties can be both relieving and

reassuring.

• Counsellor

• Fact finder

• Manager

• Role model

When the coach has to demonstrate to the athletes the skills required for them to perform.

• Demonstrator

• Role model

• Facilitator

• Coach

Identify suitable competitions for them to compete in to help them achieve their overall objectives for the year.

• Facilitator

• Fact finder

• Friend

• Demosntrator

Gathering data of national and international results and to keep abreast of current training techniques.

• Facilitator

• Fact Finder

• Instructor

• Manager

Instructing athletes in the skills of their sport.

• Facilitator

• Role model

• Instructor

• Organiser

When athletes attend training sessions you are responsible, to their parents and family, for ensuring that they are safe and secure. You have to monitor their health and safety whilst training and support them should they have any problems or sustain any injuries.

 

• Instructor

• Facilitator

• Role model

• Mentor

Maintain the motivation of all the athletes the whole year round.

• Motivator

• Role model

• Organiser

• Supporter

Preparation of training plans for each athlete and organise attendance at meetings and coaching clinics.

• Organiser & planner

• Motivator

• Facilitator

• Supporter