Midterm 1 Flashcards
What does each letter of PITCH stand for?
Productive, informative, timely, consistent, honest
4 behaviours that diminish physical literacy:
Total authority, no recognition of improvement/mistake-focused, dualism/unaware of the affective being, goal-setting without planning or discussion
3 categories of knowledge:
Professional, interpersonal, intrapersonal
4 Cs of positive psychology:
Connection, Character, Confidence, Competence
3 examples of how to apply coaching recommendations for safe sport:
- use pronouns during introductions
- own and apologize for mistakes
- ask if ever unsure of how your actions affect others + seek education
Criteria for safe sport (4+):
Sense of belonging, comfort, happiness at being present
Feel physically safe, in control, able to speak up
Minimized effects of hierarchy
Respect in all domains (esp injury, health)
What is the rule of 2?
Minimum of 2 adults and 2 kids present at all times
3 features of developmentally appropriate sport in the Learn to Train stage:
- accelerated improvement of coordination, fine motor skills, desire to practice skills and see improvement
- kids are less likely to be involved if they’re at a lower skill level –> fewer future practice
- Make the sport accessible and low-stakes for everyone, so modify as needed
4 features of developmentally appropriate sport in the Train to Train stage:
- Make or break! Commit to higher competition/specialization, enter fit/competitive for life, or drop out
- influence from peers, coaches, parents, outside factors can cause tension
- critical stage for learning sport rules, values, consequences of one’s actions
- time to address physical and mental gaps in development
What are the 3 aspects of Cote and Vierimaa’s DMSP?
- unstructured free play- no adult involvement
- deliberate play- adults set structure and kids chose how to move within that
- deliberate practice- totally adult-run, emphasis on technique
3 requirements of meaningful competition:
- athlete needs to feel like they have a chance
- opposite of a blowout
- experience supports learning and skill development
11 coaching pillars to support PL:
- Appreciate and make links to the holistic nature of each athlete
- Teach a learning or task orientation
- Teach and use ipsative assessment
3a. Comparison is the thief of joy - Debrief for learning
- Work in partnership
- Clarify and communicate responsibilities; focus on them
- Establish an appropriate learning context
- Intentionally develop athlete leadership
- Model prosocial behaviour
- Explain your philosophy and values; be accountable for them
- Paint the picture with them; vision and values they can get into and see themselves in
Why does trust matter in coaching? (2)
1- teams who trust their coach win more
2- trust enables risk-taking, meaning more learning is possible
How is trustworthiness placed in coaches? (2)
1- Past and current record of modeling core values, respect
2- Coaches appear trustworthy when they embody self-confidence, professionalism and dignity
Describe the bank of trust (deposits, withdrawals, balance)
Building or damaging your athletes’ trust in you through positive or negative behaviours. Requires constant self-analysis and open communication; you may not realize your impacts as each athlete perceives it differently
