International Sport Coaching Framework â version 1.1
International Sport Coaching Framework â version 1.1
International Sport Coaching Framework â version 1.1
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<strong>Coaching</strong> in Context<br />
<strong>Coaching</strong> is a relational, not isolated, activity. Coaches perform their role<br />
in social and organisational environments. It is their responsibility to understand,<br />
interact with and influence others in the settings in which they work. This requires<br />
building functional relationships with athletes and others and implementing<br />
effective and ethical practice and competition programmes. Coaches’ voices<br />
should also be heard in organisational decisions, especially those affecting the<br />
development of their athletes.<br />
SPORT COACHING DEFINED<br />
Central to coaching in all contexts is the creation of practice and competition<br />
opportunities that result in desired outcomes for athletes. Building on the earlier<br />
work of the European <strong>Coaching</strong> Council, the definition of sport coaching proposed<br />
here emphasises the coach’s role in the guided improvement and long-term<br />
development of athletes.<br />
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