A Handbook for Youth Coaches & Directors

by TopDrawerSoccer

April 28, 2022

The ingredients to be a successful sports leader begin with always being a good person while always keeping the well-being of the athlete in mind. All decisions are based on a ‘Player Based Philosophy,’ or in other words, all decisions regarding club policy and procedure are based on what is the most beneficial to the individual player now, and in the future. This usually begins with the leader’s own experiences as an athlete.

There are so many hats a coach wears when fully committing to teaching a team. The success of the commitment is determined by team results, team improvement, individual player improvement, retention of players, and the education of parents. The amount of work it takes to be a successful coach/ player is at times an unknown. The discovery and enjoyment of the process is day to day.

Learn all this in more in an Anatomy of a Winning Culture, a book from Tom Atencio. During his 25-year career in soccer, Atencio is a leader who brings success, direction, and structure to United States youth soccer programs. With an illustrious coaching record that includes 31 state championships, 12 regional championships, and 2 national championships, Tom has traveled domestically and globally for soccer-specific education and competition.

Other Highlights from Anatomy of a Winning Culture — A Handbook for Youth Coaches & Directors

*Role Of the Coach Month By Month *Director Of Coaching Role Month By Month

*Successful Competitive Player Details *Successful Coach Details

*Vertical Integration *Director Evaluations *Staff Hiring Procedure

*Club Tryout Procedure *Parent Tryout Information *Soccer Specific Nutrition

*Technical Reports *Soccer Specific Weight Training *Year Long Calendars

*Club Policy And Procedure *High Quality Club Environment

*Injured Player Workout *Team and Individual SWOT Analysis

*Club Communication Protocol *Specific Club Information

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