Ok, this is a BRAND new community, I get it people dont want to be first to ask a question. One of the biggest barriers coaches have fed back, they are afraid of peer pressure, views and respect. The main reason why I have set up this community is for it to be a safe space for coaches to ask questions, share ideas and overcome challenges. So i will ask Google for five random questions this evening :-)
Try and find a common ground, it's a team effort at the end of the day. I don't have all the answers, I only have experience and an opinion. The parent knows the player better than me and they will see things I don't. It's important that we have mutual respect and we listen to each other.
I don't like the word 'toughness' so I use resilience. I just ensure in high challenges i.e. when things are tough my players have high support. I want players to be in tough situations, it's how we grow. However they know I have their back, and together we will work out a solution.
Breathe! Years ago I would panic and try lots of random things to see if I could get it to work. Now I just accept that is life, we have ups and downs and progress is the same. Consistency in delivery is key.
100% I film the majority of my lessons these days for player feedback, reflect on my own coaching and data analytics. I highly recommend SwingVision and you can get a free trial on me here: https://swing.tennis/r/fc7673c85f3f03b4
I focus on the individual. What is their learning style? What do they enjoy? What is their motivation? By focusing on the player's motivations, needs and goals I can possibly run a session for anyone.
Ok, this is a BRAND new community, I get it people dont want to be first to ask a question. One of the biggest barriers coaches have fed back, they are afraid of peer pressure, views and respect. The main reason why I have set up this community is for it to be a safe space for coaches to ask questions, share ideas and overcome challenges. So i will ask Google for five random questions this evening :-)
How do you handle situations where a player's parent may not agree with your coaching methods or decisions?
What's your approach to developing a player's mental toughness on the court?
How do you maintain player motivation during challenging phases, especially when they seem to hit a plateau?
What are your thoughts on integrating modern technology, like video analysis, into your training sessions?
How do you adjust your coaching style for different player personalities and skill levels?