WHAT WOULD YOU SHARE WITH A NEW COACH?

DeAngelo Wiser

Be yourself

Use all the God given attributes you have with your team.

   Use the light that shone for you.

Apply the best characteristics/traits from your high school/college coach/parents/minister/teacher/mentor.  Ask yourself, How would they handle this situation?  Don’t be reluctant to call them.

Be able to sleep at night.

Exhibit character and integrity in everything you do- Do what is right regardless of the player or situation.

   Inspire through your example

Outwork your team in preparing for practice, games, trips and meetings. Show them you’re prepared at all times.

Trust those around you

Challenges and distractions will take a huge amount of your time. Delegate.

   Be what you hope to see

Be positive, encouraging and enthusiastic. Remember you set the tone.

You get what you allow

Biggest complaint I hear from former players is “These players won’t do what I say, or they are lazy.” Remember you set the tone.

   Stay on your path

Don’t let one bad moment by one player define your practice or a game, remain focused on so many who count on you. There will be time to talk later.

 Be willing to hire someone who could take your place.

Hire an assistant coach who isn’t like you, and not afraid to question your decisions. If you both always agree one of you isn’t necessary.

Step to the front if you lose, and to the back in a win.

Always give your team credit for success and always take the blame for losses or bad times.

Impacting players lives in a positive way should be your goal.

Coaching is about moments, not championships and trophies. Every day you’ll have that opportunity.

   Listen with the intent to hear and understand.

Allow someone to vent, you don’t have to win every battle.

Listening is one of the most important skills you’ll need in this profession.

 Reflections

Everything you and your team do is a reflection of the school, your family and yourself. Remind yourself even in the toughest of times.

 Be willing to step up and lead

Decisions will be a big key in how effective you’ll be with your team- players are watching and recording how you handle it.

Build decision makers

Whenever possible allow players to make decisions on the field or court. There will be many times when this is necessary. Take away their complete dependence on you