FSS 214 - Theory of Coaching Sport I

2 Contact Hours, 2 Credits
2 lecture periods 0 lab periods

Introduces the general principles, strategies, and theories of coaching a sport. Includes role of the coach, game management, coaching style, sport techniques, and training principles.

Recommendation: Participation on a Pima athletic team.

Course Learning Outcomes

Describe the role of a coach in season planning.
Identify the elements of good communication.
Discuss offensive and defensive strategies.
Discuss training principles to preseason, in-season, and off-season training.

Outline:

Role of the Coach
1. Season planning
2. Scouting/recruiting
3. Conducting tryouts
4. Conducting practices
Game Management
1. General organization
2. Scorekeeping
3. Making a lineup
Team Concepts
1. Offensive strategies
2. Defensive strategies
Training principles
1. Motivation techniques
2. Sport physiology
3. Sport psychology
4. Levels of coaching