Objective 3
Objective 3: Developing meaningful relationships and connections
Coaches need to develop a relationship with their athletes.
Athletes need to trust that their coach could develop their physical skills and make the psychological side of sports their priority.
Athletes that are valued both on their athletic performance and as a person will have a better chance of developing meaningful relationships.
Advantages of developing a relationship
•Trust in the process
•Positive team culture
•Establish a vision
•Communicate openly
•Build confidence
Disadvantages of not developing a relationship
•Lack of trust
•Question coaching
•Miscommunication
•Unwanted feeling