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Step 1
***Monitor your feedback to athletes***(1) Let athletes know what they do well as well as what needs improvement (e.g., good hustle, nice effort, good catch, way to be in the right place). (2) Minimize punishment or criticism - this does not mean to ignore mistakes; rather use instruction and encouragement to help athletes improve.
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Step 2
***Individualize athlete feedback***(1) Respond to mistakes based on the athlete's current ability. In youth sport, skills may vary widely. Not all athletes should be held to the same standard. Instead, expect all athletes to show effort and improvement. (2) Reward athletes when you see improvement (3) Reward athletes who are trying hard and who are hustling
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Step 3
***Encourage teamwork***(1) Use drills where athletes have to work together to meet your goals. (2) Reward athletes for encouraging and helping each other.











Comments
Virtuous1 said
on 12/4/2008 Another 5 star... great tips!
Violets said
on 12/3/2008 Nice tips - my young son loves to be out on the soccer field with his friends, running around, laughing, having fun, but he's not too concerned about where the ball is. I'm trying to encourage him to focus more on the game and his skills, but still have fun doing it.
rjessiegreen said
on 12/3/2008 Your tips can actually be applied to aspects of child-rearing. Motivate, encourage, place individual standards... Good info.