National standards for sport coaches : quality coaches, quality sports / Lori Gano-Overway, Melissa Thompson and Pete Van Mullem

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction -- National standards for sports coaches -- Topics and resources related to the standards -- Apply the national standards to your coach development context -- Resources for promoting quality coaching -- Supporting organizations for the national standards for sports coaches.

The third edition of the National Standards for Sport Coaches outlines the standards for quality sport coaching based on the latest research and practical work in coaching science and the varied fields of exercise science. The intent of the standards is to provide the core responsibilities coaches should possess along with supporting competencies (i.e., standards) that provide insight into the knowledge and skills needed to support a quality amateur sport experience for athletes. Informing coaches, sport administrators, and coach educators and developers about core coaching responsibilities and competencies can improve the preparation, training, and evaluation of sport coaching. Further, informing the public about the core responsibilities of sport coaches can drive expectations for quality coaching. Ultimately the National Standards for Sport Coaches should assist in improving the sport experiences for all athletes and will elevate the profession of coaching.