We work with a lot of youth associations, and one of the biggest predictors I’ve learned of a healthy culture and success is a camaraderie within the coaches of the club. If the coaches feel supported and there’s a collaborative nature to what is happening at the rink, that’s a HUGE WIN.
The coaches, especially the volunteer coaches, HAVE TO feel supported and have a good experience at the rink. We’re hearing of more and more associations that are struggling to find volunteer coaches because it’s either not worth the time commitment, the headache of dealing with parents, or the lack of support from the leadership of the club.
Player development only happens if coaches have development. The more energized the coaches, the more energized the players. The more engaged the coaches, the more engaged the players.
We talk all about coach support with Tyler and Judd from East Grand Forks, it was a really special conversation.