COACHING PRINCIPLES TEST QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Feedback from others on how they see and react to a coach is a good way to increase the coach's self-awareness. Answer: A - Answer-a. true A good way to develop a coaching philosophy is to make as many people happy as possible. Answer: B - Answer-b. false What is the drawback when a coach bases her self-esteem on wins and losses in competition? Answer: E - Answer-e. The coach loses some control of her self-esteem. In order for coaches and athletes to keep winning in proper perspective, what goal should they emphasize? Answer: E - Answer-e. striving to win What does the coaching philosophy "Athletes first, winning second" emphasize? Answer: D - Answer-d. Winning must be kept in perspective by a greater concern for the development of the athletes. The motto "Athletes first, winning second" suggests that winning should be a low priority for a team. Answer: B - Answer-b. false When athletes and coaching assistants are empowered, they are more likely to believe they are making a positive contribution to the team. Answer: A - Answer-a. true When a coach permits athletes to make most of the decisions, encourages them to just play and have a good time, and avoids dealing with discipline problems, what is the coach's primary coaching style? Answer: E - Answer-e. submissive style When a coach makes winning the primary objective even when it stifles the athletes' motivation and enjoyment, what is the coach's primary coaching style? Answer: B - Answer-b. command style The submissive style of coaching assumes the coach knows when to direct the athletes and when to allow the athletes to make decisions for themselves. Answer: B - Answer-b. false As define