In this clip, Bardo talks about how coaches can show their players that they care about them as people and not just athletes. One way is for a coach to arrange study halls and bring in tutors to assist those who need extra help. Even if the study hall does not result in all players completing all schoolwork for the day, the coach’s effort sends a message to players that they are cared for in multiple areas beyond their athletic prowess.
Positive Coaching Alliance develops BETTER ATHLETES, BETTER PEOPLE through resources for youth and high school sports coaches, parents, administrators and student-athletes. In addition to 1,000+ free audio-video and printable tips and tools at PCADevZone.org, PCA has partnered with roughly 3,000 schools and youth sports organizations nationwide to deliver live group workshops, online courses and books that help those involved in youth and high school sports create a positive, character-building youth sports culture.