She Can Coach! (ePub)

Sport needs more female coaches. What better way to develop women who are enthusiastic, prepared, and professional in filling those important roles than to learn from female coaching legends? She Can Coach! is both an invaluable guide for current female coaches and a recruiting tool for the next generation of female mentors. Unlike any book before it, this collection speaks directly on the topics that determine success in coaching by using the words and experiences of 20 of the most successful female coaches in 13 different sports: Beth Anders, Old Dominion University, field hockey Terry Crawford, Cal Poly University, track and field/cross country Diane Davey, Plano (Texas) High School, soccer Lele Forood, Stanford University, tennis Nell Fortner, Indiana Fever (former coach), WNBA Dorothy Gaters, Marshall High School (Chicago), basketball and cross country JoAnne Graf, Florida State University, softball Jan Harville, University of Washington (former coach), rowing Kim Kincer, Methodist College (former coach), golf Marcia McDermott, Carolina Courage (former coach), WUSA Sarah Patterson, University of Alabama, gymnastics Mary Jo Peppler, Coast Volleyball Club, volleyball Sharon Pfluger, College of New Jersey, lacrosse and field hockey Joan Powell, Coronado (Colorado) High School, volleyball Lorene Ramsey, Illinois Central College (former coach), basketball Amy Ruley, North Dakota State University, basketball Jill Sterkel, University of Texas, swimming Pat Summitt, University of Tennessee, basketball Mary Wise, University of Florida, volleyball Margie Wright, Fresno State University, softball Each chapter addresses a key factor in guiding athletes and teams to the top and keeping a program at the championship level. From establishing a professional and personal foundation to developing team management and organizational skills, She Can Coach! covers every essential component necessary for success as a coach. Leading an athlete or team in any sport at any level can be a rewarding role. Apply the wisdom and lessons from these accomplished women to be a better coach, today and tomorrow. ContentsPart I Professional Foundation and Conduct Chapter 1 Coaching Philosophy Chapter 2 Ethics Chapter 3 Professionalism Chapter 4 Leadership Chapter 5 Competitiveness Part II Personal Investment and Self-Direction Chapter 6 Motivation Chapter 7 Decision-Making Chapter 8 Self-Discipline Chapter 9 Focus Chapter 10 Stress Management Part III Program Implementation and Management Chapter 11 Organizational Skills Chapter 12 Staff Management and Mentoring Chapter 13 The Assistant Coach Role Chapter 14 Team Management Chapter 15 Athlete Recruitment Part IV Relationship Building and Promotional Activities Chapter 16 Coach-Athlete Relations Chapter 17 Team Cohesion Chapter 18 Parent Relations Chapter 19 Marketing and Media Chapter 20 Networking