Coaching Notes
The following notes have been prepared by Nell Hass, State Coaching Director. Coaches are invited to submit contributions or queries on coaching matters, which may be dealt with through this page. Address: 19 Doon Doon St CURRIMUNDI Q. 4551 Phone 07 5493 1560 email: salutenell@yahoo.com
Annual Report - State Coaching Director
I took on this position in March as a "caretaker" mainly because of the need for re-registration of registered caches. This proved the easiest part of my duties.
Coach Training
The introduction of the accredited Beginner Coaching Course (replacing the old Level 0) was delayed while awaiting the availability of coaching manuals, and changing prices quoted by the NCD. Reluctance on the part of some Level O coaches to update Beginner Coach status was a concern: it was obvious that notices in the MSX were not being read and understood, and level O coaches were not directing concerns to their Regional Coaching Co-ordinators.
Due to a tremendous effort by RCCs in four (4) regions, as well as other course presenters, we now have fifty (50) Beginner Coaches registered with the ASC for a period of 4 years. (Another has since qualified as a level 1 Coach). A pleasing note is the support given to aspiring coaches by Clubs in making a financial contribution towards their costs.
In addition, 24 Level O coaches who applied this year have been granted an extension till June 30th 2005. All other Level O coach qualifications were cancelled on December 30th 2004. It is rewarding to know that there are other Registered Players who have applied to begin coach training in 2005.
The future? This is up to how clubs use their Beginner Coaches. Qualifications, registration and a badge are only the start – new coaches must be allowed to practise their skills an be a part of the coaching team of the club.
Three (3) new level coaches were registered in 2004, and we gained another who relocated from Tasmania. At the same time we “lost” two (2) Level 2 coaches and two (2) Level 1 coaches.
Already there is one hand up for Level 1 coach training in 2005- we need more.
Coaching/Workshops
In two regions, RCCs organised coaching for groups of players, and a workshop was organised for coaches in another.
I thank those RCCs who, fulfilled their duties and maintained contact in 2004. I also thank the Treasurer for her continued support in inventory/finance control, which takes more time than one would expect.
Nell Hass SCD(caretaker)
2004 Coaching Notes
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Ethics reproduced with permission from Australian Croquet Association Inc.
CROQUET AUSTRALIA Coaches Code of Ethics
1. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every human being.
- Within the context of the activity, treat everyone equally regardless of sex, disability, ethnic origin or religion.
2. Ensure the athlete's time spent with you is a positive experience.
- All athletes are deserving of equal attention and opportunities.
3. Treat each athlete as an individual.
- Respect the talent, developmental stage and goals of each individual athlete.
- Help each athlete reach their full potential
4. Be fair, considerate and honest with athletes.
5. Be professional and accept responsibility for your actions.
- Language, manner, punctuality, preparation and presentation should display high standards.
- Display, control, respect, dignity and professionalism to all involved with the sport - this includes opponents, coaches, officials, administrators, the media, parents and spectators.
- Encourage your athletes to demonstrate the same qualities.
6. Make a commitment to providing a quality service to your athletes.
- Maintain or improve your current NCAS accreditation.Seek continual improvement through performance appraisal and ongoing coach education.
- Provide a training program which is planned and sequential.
- Maintain appropriate records.
7. Operate within the rules and spirit of your sport.
- The guidelines of national and international bodies governing your sport should be followed. Please contact your sport for a copy of its rule book, constitution, by-laws, relevant policies, e.g. Anti-doping Policy, selection procedures, etc.
- Coaches should educate their athletes on drugs in sports issues in consultation with the Australian Sports Drug Agency (ASDA).
8. Any physical contact with athletes should be:
- appropriate to the situation
- necessary for the athlete's skill development.*
9. Refrain from any form of personal abuse towards your athletes.*
- This includes verbal, physical and emotional abuse.
- Be alert to any forms of abuse directed towards your athletes from other sources whilst they are in your care.
10. Refrain from any form of harassment twoards your athletes.*
- This includes sexual and racial harassment, racial vilification and harassment on the grounds of of disability.
- You should not only refrain from initiating a relationship with an athlete, but you should also discourage any attempt by an athlete to initiate a sexual relationship with you, explaining the ethical basis of your refusal.
11.Provide a safe environment for training and competition.
- Ensure your equipment and facilities meet safety standards.
- Equipment, rules, training and environment need to be appropriate for the age and ability of the athletes.
12. Show concern towards sick and injured athletes.- Provide a modified training program where appropriate.
- Allow further participation in training and competition only when appropriate .
- Encourage athletes to seek medical advice when required.
- Maintain the same interest and support towards sick and injured athletes.
13. Be a positive role model for your sport and athletes.
* Please refer to the Harassment-free Sport Guidelines available from the Australian Sports Commission for more information on harassment issues.
Coaches should ...
- Be treated with respect and openness
- Have access to self-improvement opportunities
- Be matched with a level of coaching appropriate to their level of competence.
Source: AUSTRALIAN CROQUET ASSOCIATION INC 4 March 1999
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