Characteristics of a Good Coach

There are certain qualities that good coaches must have to motivate and boost the abilities of their athletes. They are responsible for providing athletes with advice, support and guidance to reach athletic goals. For this reason Tekulve Acceleration would like to tell you about some of the characteristics of a good coach. 

Puts health and safety of the athletes above all else.

An athlete’s primary tool is their body. Keeping it healthy and safe is paramount to their success and enjoyment in sport.

• Learns about injury reduction, and strategizes the roster’s playing time so that your athletes can continue to enjoy sport well into adulthood.

• Reminds athletes of proper nutrition and hydration and gives tips on pre/post training and game day snacks.

They are Leaders.

• Great leaders are able to instill confidence and motivate those around them, which will boost the self-esteem of the players.

They have Good Communication.

•  Having great communication is crucial to transmit instructions to their players and even their families.

• Being open to receive feedback will create a positive environment in the team and improve their performance. 

They Know the Sport.

• A great coach has a complete understanding and passion for the game, which will allow them to create specific plays, strategies and training programs to fulfill their goals.

•  Staying up to date with techniques and coaching concepts. 

 Encourages the team to have fun.

• Congratulate their successes.

• Reminds athletes that the fun parts of sports (bonding with teammates, learning new skills, exercising, etc.) are the key elements of sport. The goal of playing is not just to win, but especially to grow as an athlete and person.

These are just some qualities of a great coach that will push you to become a better athlete. 

For Sports Training in Cincinnati. 

At Tekulve Acceleration SportsTraining, we have outstanding coaches who follow our scientifically based programs, plus we use the latest technologies to provide you with the feedback you need to improve. These are great reasons to choose us next time you are looking for speed and agility training in Cincinnati. If you wish to learn more about our unique programs, please call (513) 474-4525.