Includes bibliographical references and index.

Coaching Excellence does the next best thing: it builds on the basics to provide you with a wealth of information so you can become more adept in your role as an excellent coach. Eighteen experts offer the best knowledge, research and insights that you can apply in working with your athletes, players and teams. Throughout the text, you will find proven strategies, advice and insights. From evaluating and teaching skills to motivation, nutrition and safety, Coaching Excellence is the complete guide to becoming a complete coach. A title that focuses on the three key facets of coaching: roles and responsibilities of a coach; plans and methods that stem from the core values and that are implemented in achieving the major goals of the programme; and, applications of the sport sciences to enhance fitness and the technical, tactical and mental skills of athletes.