Coaches · Video

Stages of Athletes

On the predictable stages every athlete moves through, and the coach's job to be what each stage needs. Topics covered: the joy stage (pure love of…

Bruce E. Brown · Proactive Coaching

This presentation is part of the Proactive Coaching membership.

Start 7 days free See what membership includes

Proactive Coaching Video Library

Bruce Brown outlines the predictable stages every athlete moves through, from the joy stage through the technical, competitive, and mastery stages, and the coach's job to be what each stage needs. He warns that most kids are lost in the competitive years and that great coaches pull the strand of joy through every stage. A short message for anyone coaching young athletes.

 
Article · 1 min read What do my athletes actually want from me as their coach? Read  Article · 1 min read How do I help my team bounce back after a tough loss? Read  Article · 1 min read What should I study in my first year of coaching? Read  Article · 1 min read What are the signs of coaching burnout — and how do I avoid it? Read 

Coaching ideas, in your inbox

Twice a month: one idea from the library and what’s new there. Free, and you can leave any time.