Athletics Section: Volunteer Coaches Handbook

COACH’S RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS

Conduct • Our expectation is that you conduct yourself in a manner that reflects positively on Greensboro Parks and Recreation, and that you abide by both the code of conduct and social media policy. • Each coach shall encourage and demonstrate good sportsmanship to players, their parents, and spectators at all times. Organization & Training • Complete the coach’s trainings and attend all coaches meetings that are required by the program coordinator. • Familiarize yourself with program rules and bylaws. Abide by all officials’ decisions. • Schedule a meeting with

questions. Also discuss the rules, so that everyone understands them and knows what to expect. • Each coach must keep the team roster up-to-date at all times and must notify the Parks and Recreation Department staff of any changes. Staff must authorize any roster additions. • Each coach will establish an effective chain of communication with parents, paying special attention to sharing information about practices and games. Instruction & Supervision • Encourage learning through drills and organized practices for all players. • Organize practices that focus on skill development, rules, and fundamentals, while ensuring that participants are having fun. • Remain at practice or game

site until all participants have been picked up by a parent or guardian. Safety • If an injury to a participant or volunteer occurs, please notify staff immediately to make sure proper documentation and follow up take place. If there is not a staff member on site, please make note of the time, date and nature of the injury, and call or email the Assistant Athletic Director or Program Coordinator the following day. • Review and practice basic first-aid needed to treat players. First aid protocol is listed in sport specific rule books that will be provided to you. • Familiarize yourself with Safety and First Aid: Coach’s Role on page 7.

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