LECTURE #2b Flashcards
what is philosophy ?
is an activity people undertake when they seek to understand fundamental truths about themselves, the world in which they live, and their relationships to the world and to each other.
as the coach what is victory ?
victory is doing your best
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winning or loosing, there is always an ___________
opportunity to learn
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the leader is a _______
servant
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the leader sees through the eye of their followers _________
empathy
what are the 12 points of leadership ?
- the leader is a servant
- the leader sees through the eyes of their followers. empathy …
- the leader says “let’s go”, and leads the way rather than, “get going
- the leader assumes their followers are working with them, not for them
- the leader is interested in growing mature individuals. Eg. learning how to manage emotions, building resilience, solving problems, etc.
- the leader has faith in people
- the leader uses their heart as well as their head. genuinely cares about the athletes
- the leader plans and sets things in motion. they are people of action as well as thought
- the leader has sense of humour. humble spirit
- the leader can be led
- the leader keeps their eyes on high goals
- the leader is a communicator
why must a leader have faith in people ?
it draws out the best in them
can the leader be led?
yes … they are not interested in having their own way, but in finding the best way, they have an open mind
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the coach must know the game and their athletes to be able to provide proper leadership and must realize, welcome and __________________
assume the full responsibility
name the essential personality traits and abilities for the coach :
- industriousness
- enthusiasm
- sympathy
- judgement
- self-control
- earnestness
- patience
- voice
- reliability
- alertness
- vision
- love of people
what is industriousness ?
personality trait which determines how hardworking, determined, diligent and persistent a person is
what word is used for “your heart is in your work” ?
enthusiasm
what word is used for “you must have a genuine love for your athletes & easy to approach” ?
sympathy
what word is used for “careful consideration and discretion and tact” ?
judgement
what word is used for “they must keep emotions under control” ?
self control
what word is used for “ a coach must be sincere and honest. you may lack something in knowledge or technique, but lacking in honesty and sincerity is unacceptable. be fair, hold no grudge, or the players will lose respect for you” ?
earnestness