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“ THE PRESS/MEDIA: I always made myself available for these guys. Make sure they know how much they are appreciated. They have a job to do, and they will get information. I’d rather it come from me than someone who might fabricate a story. If we didn’t play well, I would always ask them to take care of my players. It is my responsibility to correct us before we play again. ” NCC: WHAT DID/DOES THE NCCA MEAN TO YOU? “ The value of the NCCA really can’t be put into words. They provide all coaches of all sports with the opportunity to improve themselves through the clinic they provide every summer. This learning opportunity is a resource that goes beyond measure ---quality clinicians sharing valuable knowledge. For me, it goes a lot deeper. I had the opportunity to coach in the East-West All Star Game. During that time, friendships were developed with NCCA staff members that remain strong today. I was so impressed with the organization that I jumped at the opportunity to serve on the Board of Directors which led to serving as President in 2017-18. The Staff of the NCCA is made up of coaching individuals who truly have invested their lives into the success of coaches across our great state. ”
NCC: WHAT ARE THE MOST IMPORTANT THINGS FOR YOUNG COACHES TO DO IN DEALING WITH: “ ATHLETES: Always be honest. You are impacting young lives. Take time to be the best that you can be for them, because during a game, that is what you expect from them. Remember that they are made differently, and they learn in different manners. Coach every one of them. When you don’t coach them, they view that as “you don’t care about them”. ” “ PARENTS: Preseason parent meetings are the best things in the world. Set the standards of how things will be done. When they come to practice or games, speak to them and appreciate their support. All discussions about their student/athlete must come through a scheduled meeting. ” “ ADMINISTRATORS: Simple rule--They don’t like surprises! Keep them aware of the good and bad around your program. Don’t be afraid to tell them how much you appreciate them and the job that they are doing. ” “ ATHLETIC DIRECTORS: Help them out. They have a full plate, and they want you to succeed. Eliminate some of the minor game day duties that they do for your sport by doing them yourself. Get your pre-season paperwork completed early. ” “ OTHER COACHES: Don’t ever ask another coach on your staff to do a job that you wouldn’t do. Yes, I drove the bus, painted the lines on the field, washed the uniforms, cleaned the locker room, broke down film, issued equipment, etc. We also operated under the premise of “it’s not important what you know--- do your players know what you know?’ As far as coaches outside of your sport, offer them your support. Going along with my earlier comment, they may help you get an athlete to come out for your team. ”
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