Coaches
Contribute as a Coach
Communication
Possess and develop self and team communication skills in the team
Leadership
Be an effective leader and role model for kids
Training
Ability to analyse, study, plan and assess the game as it develops
How to contribute as a Coach
The Coach is instrumental in fostering a fun, inclusive, positive, supportive and engaging sporting environment. Their role is to plan and deliver training sessions to encourage skill development, participation and enjoyment. The coach is responsible for team behaviour and mentoring the team on match days.
DESIRED SKILLS
- Ability to analyse, study, plan and assess the game as it develops.
- Effective communicator
- Knowledge of cricket skills -– technical and tactical or be willing to learn
- Ability to deal with a wide range of players, officials and supporters.
- Leadership skills.
KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Organise training and manage the team during competition.
- Instruct Cricket skills and team tactics.
- Provide clear instruction and feedback to the team and individual players.
- Have an understanding of injury prevention, care and management.
- Develop team morale.
Pre-season
- Liaise with the Club to establish team training days, time, location etc.
- Liaise with the Team Manager to setup the team on PlayHQ.
- Organise pre-season training sessions if required.
- Review Cricket Australia’s coaching resources available to support all coaches
- Understand child safeguarding policies and practices in relation to coaching.
During the season
- Organise and run regular training sessions, ensuring skills development, engagement and fun.
- Plan and select the teams prior to each game ensuring compliance with rotation rules etc.
- Ensure the ground is set up at home games before match commencing.
- Prepare and lead the team on match days by running a warm up session, providing clear instructions, feedback and providing support during the game.
- Perform umpiring role during the game when required.
- Ensure all welfare and safety requirements for the team are met, including hydration & sun protection.
- Promote cooperation, teamwork and fair play during all matches and activities.
- Promote the Spirit of Cricket and help to ensure the Code of Conduct for players, parents and spectators is adhered to.
- Liaise with the Team Manager / Secretary, Junior teams; regarding team/player issues when required.
Post-season
- Liaise with the Team Manager regarding any team awards.
- With your Team Manager, ensure all Club equipment is returned.
- Share appreciation and feedback for the kids and parents alike
