Role of Coaches
Coaches play an important role in the sport of netball in the way they interact with the players, parents, umpires and club.
Our coaches develop sport skills and encourage fair play.
They also aim to lift the players’ confidence and self-esteem.
While at times coaching is challenging, it is an immensely satisfying role.
We encourage players to enjoy netball and to be challenged to achieve.
Netball helps with self-esteem, leadership and teamwork.
Responsibilities and Duties
The Coach is directly responsible to the Hi-Lites Club committee through the Hi-Lites Coaching Co-ordinator, and also directly to their team of players. All our coaches are volunteers.
- Plan and run appropriate aged and skill-based training sessions
- Teach players the rules of the game and how to interpret them in game play
- Teach players the skills of the game and work to continually develop and adapt new skills as the players develop with age
- Provide a safe and inclusive environment for their players which leads to and builds on skill development, tactical awareness, teamwork and enjoyment of the game
- Determine positions on game day, ensuring the players are continuing to learn
- Ensure all players on match day receive at least half a game (unless they decline or are injured)
- Understand what acceptable and appropriate behaviour is
- Monitor and potentially provide appropriate guidance on such issues as: sportsmanship, cheating, bullying, respect for officials, abuse of power, discrimination and harassment.
Knowledge and Skills Required
- Good communication
- Be approachable, encouraging, respectful and inclusive
- Understand the rules set out by Whitehorse Netball Association called the WNA By-Laws
If you are interested in becoming a coach, send an email to [email protected].