Hello Novice MD hockey fans...
Just a quick note to share a little bit about my coaching philosophy and what you can expect as a parent and for your young athletes!
Think Positive / Have Fun / Play Hard!
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Coach Scott
Coaching Philosophy
# 1 = FUN / GOOD HEALTH / COMPETITION
I like my athletes to look forward to coming to the rink, seeing their teammates and invest in their health today for better health (Mentally & Physically) tomorrow.
For some reason, there are a number of coaches and parents who think that competitive sports and enjoyment are mutually exclusive, they are not. In fact, if an athlete does not love his sport, if he does not enjoy the experience, he will never hang around long enough to be good.
As I tell my coaches, if we instill a love of the game and if all of our players want to play again next year, we have already accomplished more than most!
#2 = Player First Approach
I like to build an athlete first approach – getting to know each player as individuals allows me to use a variety of coaching styles / teaching methods / communication techniques / learning and training principals to suit each player.
We will strive for PROGRESS not PERFECTION!
The ahletes will have some autonomy to create and build their own hockey experience…I believe their personal goals must be set by them, with guidance, support and ongoing feedback.
#3 = Consistency / Positive Messaging / Sincerity & Trust
CONSISTENCY
Planning / Executing / Evaluating on a regular basis
POSITIVE MESSAGING = Coaches / Players / Support Staff / Parents
4 = Player Development
Skill development
Technical Skills / Individual Tactics / Team Tactics / Team Systems / Strategy
Personal Development = Confidence / Self Esteem / Goal Setting / Friendships / Team-work
2016-17 will be all about Creating good Habits!
Good luck to those of you joining us for tryouts!
See you on September 8th...