During the this year's Indianapolis Glazier Clinic, I was able to monitor the session on developing as a assistant coach.
The panel consisted of
Timothy Rulo - Head Coach, Russellville HS, MO
Christian Peterson - Head Coach, Middle Tennessee Christian HS, TN
Jeff Adamson - Head Coach, Eastbrook HS, IN
Coach Rulo's advice
-Coach Effort then Technique during practice, too often young coaches focus on the mistakes.
-All my assistants are required to have three things at practice a whistle, a watch, and a pen or pencil.
-Coaches should strive to improve time management.
-They should be watching practice and game film.
-Self care is a must! Family time needs to included into the season.
-Pick three areas of improvement per week.
-Look at practice drills to correct and improve.
-Create a position manual, drill tapes if possible (players love to be filmed).
-Ask for opportunities to call plays at lower levels even if it’s only one game.
-Do not "keep score" by comparing yourself to other coaches.
-DON'T WAIT TO HELP… what else can I do to help the head coach?
-Avoid saying "when I played..." or "that didn’t work in the past" comments.
-Ask your Head coach for an evaluation… and learn to not take offense. It’s a opportunity to grow.
-Be professional at school. On time to meetings. Be attentive at meetings.
Christian Peterson's advice
-Find a Mentor.
-Build relationships with players.
-Engage in the community!
-It okay to learn as an assistant, don’t be in a hurry to be a head coach.
-No task is too small or meaningless and do it to the best of your ability!
-Be adaptable in daily drills and schemes.
-Find some to connect with those hard to reach kids because someone, somewhere is connecting with the kid.
-Go finds ways to get better. From other coaches or your head coach.
Jeff Adamson's advice
-Off season book study as staff.
Some examples
Gates of Fire by Steven Pressfield
-Assistant coaches should write their coaching philosophy.
-They need to develop communication skills.
-When sending a communication...double check all spelling and grammar.
-Develop leadership skills.
-Don’t bring up a problem or issue unless you have a solution!
-Assistant coaches should improve or enhance their tech skills.
-Make yourself more valuable!
-Evaluate players and position groups.
The panel format at the Glazier Clinics have been a refreshing addition.
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