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Post by leftout on Nov 24, 2012 15:03:54 GMT -8
I have seen many styles of coaching in Little League baseball. Has anyone had a coach their child really liked? What did the coach do to make a difference for your child?
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Post by bkwrdkurout on Nov 24, 2012 16:29:35 GMT -8
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Post by hawkacoach on Jan 23, 2013 20:33:09 GMT -8
With all the Select teams out there; my feelings are the art of teaching the game of baseball is lost. I don't mean how to throw a baseball or hit one but learning the game. Anyone can take gifted player's put them on a team and play. But teaching why we do what we do or why we hit the ball this way field it is lost. Teach a young child to understand the game the rest is easy. I started coaching 35 years ago retired in 2000 when my son left to play in college then when he injured his shoulder in 2004 we started coaching together til 2 years ago when I just became team Manager and my son moved on to H.S. ball. But back to topic the art of teaching baseball has become lost for what reason I have know idea maybe time not enough parents wanting to be envolved. who knows. As far as a coach my son until college it was myselffrom time he was 9 til 19.
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Post by lita11 on Dec 31, 2013 4:49:36 GMT -8
It doesn't matter if you're coaching tee ball or coaching at the college level, you're probably the most important role model that your players have during the season. Players are going to look to you not only for guidance and instruction, but they will be watching and listening to how you react to every situation. I'm a strong believer that a coach can be one of the most influential people in a young players life. Many players and former players attribute a large portion of their success in life to the things they learned on the baseball field and from a few great coaches. We're not talking about fielding ground balls, or how to hit; we're talking about teamwork, perseverance, work ethic, having a positive attitude, to just name a few. Skills that not only helped them on the baseball field but helped them in life.
Often coaches think only of the present year; how am I going to develop the players to have a successful season. We'll get into a definition of successful in a bit, but the point here is often coaches don't realize the influence they have on their players. Coaches can help instill a love for the game that can last a lifetime. Good coaches can keep players interested in continuing to participate from year to year.
As a coach you have to decide how you want to be seen by your players and the parents of your players. What type of example do you want to provide? I hope everyone takes the responsibility of coaching very seriously. It takes a lot of hard work and effort to be a successful coach. The following paragraphs discuss some important issues that you should consider incorporating into your coaching philosophy.
Key Aspects Of A Coaching Philosophy
Be Positive
Players need a patient, supportive coach that can teach and motivate in a positive way. Knowing how to be positive and having the ability to communicate with your players is more important to a successful season than knowing many aspects of the game.
Show Them You Care
Each player needs to know that you care for him as an individual and that you believe he is an important part of the team. Take time to talk to all players individually. Try to take interest in what is going on in their life outside of baseball.
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