This is a great list for those just starting down the path. Read the article for more details.
I especially relate to "rules knowledge". I had a game recently with two highly competitive middle schools softball coaches. The batter hits the ball off the plate, it bounces straight up, the catcher shuffles out and grabs the ball over the plate in fair territory and throws the runner out at first. BOTH coaches yelled, "Blue, it hit the plate, It's a FOUL BALL!!", The coach whose team was on defense, who theoretically, was advantaged by the call, argued the longest and I think still didn't understand the rule after explanation.
from coachaskcoachwolff.com
http://www.askcoachwolff.com/2018/04/29/coaching-tips-if-you-sign-up-to-be-a-volunteer-coach-be-sure-to-do-your-homework-first/
COACHING TIPS:
If You Sign Up to Be a Volunteer Coach, Be Sure to Do Your Homework First!
I thought this would be a good day to review what all coaches – especially those parents who volunteer to coach – need to keep in mind when working with kids.
Rule number one: Absolutely no sarcasm is allowed
Rule number two: If you don't know the rules of the sport you're coaching, learn them.
Rule number three: organize and run your practices so that there's no standing around.
Rule number four: every kid plays – and plays a lot in each game.
Rule number five: Watch your language – including your body language!
Rule number six: Be specific in your praise
Rule number seven: It's still about having fun.
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