COMMUNITY FOR COACHES

Lorne Clark

Football, Olathe NW HS

What was shared about Coach Clark:  Coach Clark makes ma laugh and smile everyday in weights class; he is always coaching and improving my football skills and does the same for others as well. He will always be honest and direct towards you. He cares a lot about the players and never gives up on the program. He also led our team to the state semifinals for the first time in his first year. Coach Clark cares more about the character and person you become than your success on the field.

https://communityforcoaches.org/2023-coach-of-the-year-finalists-2/

Liz Monahan

Basketball, Pembroke Hill School

Coach Monahan's podcast interview

What was shared about Coach Monahan: Starting in the summer, Coach Monohan started leadership meetings in which the entire team completed a program on leadership, communication, what it means to be a good teammate etc. They still meet weekly to discuss various topics, and it has made an unbelievable impact.

Guyden BagsbyBasketball, Raytown South HS

What was shared about Coach Bagsby:  Coach Bagsby has established a winning culture, that has energized the entire school. Leading them to the state tournament last season, and reaching the Elite 8. He has brought success in such a quick period of time with the girls basketball team. They love his enthusiasm, and his approach to the game. I can’t wait to see the many successes that will arise with our girls basketball team, and Coach Bagsby.

2023 Rising Star Award Recipient

Soccer, Fountain City FC

What was shared about Coach Duffy: Coach Kadie is invested in each of the girls she coaches. She makes sure to reflect on games and brings the girls together to review growth areas, how they can support and work together as a team, communicating, and learning to work and respect each other and opponents. We have been so impressed with coach kaddie and how hard she works to make sure the girls are learning, pushing themselves, and understanding kind and thoughtful team conversations!

From her 10 year old student- “She helps make us better at a sport we love and she helps to encourage us even when we struggle to encourage ourselves.”

https://communityforcoaches.org/2023-coach-of-the-year-finalists-2/

Susan Specht

Volleyball, Shawnee Mission NW HS

What was shared about Coach Specht:  Coach Specht is very transformational, building relationships through her coaching. She models accountability, a positive work ethic and integrity. Her lessons in teamwork and creating a positive climate are life lessons that go well beyond the volleyball court. In addition to her being our head volleyball coach she also is sponsor of our local SMNW FCA chapter. She spends time and energy to pass on positive messages. She is an ambassador for our athletic program, our school and the community. Her being a student educator/coach is not a job, but rather a calling, which is evident by the lives she touches.

https://communityforcoaches.org/2023-coach-of-the-year-finalists-2/

Matt Gow

Soccer, Toca FC

What was shared about Coach Gow:  Matt influences the boys on and off the pitch. He demonstrates goal, vision, and mission setting for both the team and the boys personally. He supports them through life transitions and is an amazing Godly man.

https://communityforcoaches.org/2023-coach-of-the-year-finalists-2/

Arianne Henry

Wrestling, Raytown South HS

What was shared about Coach Henry:  Coach Henry has established a great culture with her wrestling team. The level of intensity and pride that her team has is a reflection of her great coaching ability. Each year I’ve noticed more and more students showing up for wrestling, and competing with enthusiasm.

https://communityforcoaches.org/2023-coach-of-the-year-finalists-2/

Segev Rabinoviz

How to use your voice as a coach: https://coachingsoccerweekly.com/296-how-to-you-use-your-voice-as-a-coach/

Gladiator Soccer Academy: https://www.gladiatorsocceracademy.com

Community for Coaches: https://communityforcoaches.org

Are you interested in being mentored? Contact Alec Lemmon to learn how to join a Coaching with Purpose book study group: https://coachalec.wordpress.com/mentorship/

Dan Visser is current assistant coach for the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC of the USL and Messiah College soccer graduate. We talked about Dan's playing days from his early start in soccer while living in France to his path to Messiah College, one of the winningest college soccer programs of all time. We also discussed in the development of his coaching philosophy and some of they key influences in his coaching journey.  This will give some interesting insight to anyone wanting to develop their craft as a coach and continue to reach higher levels.  Dan Visser Contact: Website: https://danvisser.com Email: dv1171@gmail.com Phone: 610.733.4166

CFC was ranked 9th on the Top 20 Sports Coach Podcasts You Must Follow in 2021. See the top 20 list here: https://blog.feedspot.com/sports_coach_podcasts/

CWP MODULE 2, LEASON 2 notes: https://communityforcoaches.org/cwp-module-2-lesson-2-2/

The Coaching with Purpose is a series designed for coaches to have small group discussions on the role of coaches and how they can intentionally and effectively use sports to transform lives. This is  MODULE 2. Lesson 1 of the series. 

You can follow along with the discussion guide here: https://communityforcoaches.org/module-2-lesson-1/

The Coaching with Purpose series was designed for coaches to have small group discussions on the role of coaches and how they can intentionally and effectively use sports to transform lives. This is  MODULE 1. Lesson 3 of the series.

You can follow along with the discussion guide here: https://communityforcoaches.org/cwp-module-1-lesson-3/

The first step to hitting any target or achieving any goal is deciding on the target! Enjoy the show!

The Coaching with Purpose is a series designed for coaches to have small group discussions on the role of coaches and how they can intentionally and effectively use sports to transform lives. This is  MODULE 1. Lesson 2 of the series.

You can follow along with the discussion guide here: https://communityforcoaches.org/cwp-module-1-lesson-1-2/

How can coaches shift the culture of youth sports?

The Coaching with Purpose is a series designed for coaches to have small group discussions on the role of coaches and how they can intentionally and effectively use sports to transform lives. This is  MODULE 1. Lesson 1 of the series.

You can follow along with the discussion guide here: https://communityforcoaches.org/cwp-module-1-lesson-1/

The Power of Sports/The Problem with Sports was written/compiled by Ryan Krzykowski, Director of Community for Coaches  

There is no recreational, elective activity that involves a larger number or more diverse group of people in our country than sports. According to the US Census Bureau, approximately 50 million American children are involved in organized sports. That is an astounding number, but the percentage that will someday play professionally is microscopic.  So with all these millions of young people competing, it’s fair to ask, what is it all for?

Want to learn more about getting involved with CFC? Want to be on the podcast? Please share with us your info, your purpose statement and any questions you have: https://communityforcoaches.org/statement/

CEP #1 SHOW NOTES This show is part of our Coaching with Purpose Series: Alec and Ryan discuss the question of if sports are making our city better?  This is an intro episode to Module 1 of the Coaching with Purpose Lessons.  Ryan and Alec start with a big picture question: "Is sports making Kansas City a better place?"  Ryan speaks about where CFC fits in helping make Kansas City better? Ryan speaks about the role of kids, parents and coaches in youth sports.  - There is very real battle when watching your own kids play to not intangible yourself in the experience in an unhealthy way. Ask yourself, "Why am I here?" - What is the difference between 100% about the kids and 100% about my KID? - How coaches oversee and direct the whole youth sports process. - The problem of coaches forgetting the purpose of why we have kids do sports.  - The parent test, "Can you celebrate any good play on the field, no matter who makes the play?" - The problem of a vague target?  - How to have an abstract yet specific target. - What are you looking for when you are coaching 6 year olds? - What are you looking for when you are coaching high school players? - How does having a coaching purpose statement change what coaches see on the field?  What is a Coaching Life Group?  What is the benefit of being a part of a Coaching Life Group?  What will a successful group do for a coach? Preview of Lesson 1. RESOURCES / PEOPLE MENTIONED  Joe Ehrmann, InsideOut Coaching (this will be the main book we use for the Coaching with Purpose Lessons we will be going through in this series.)