Coach Resources
Coach Resources
As a SLAM coach, you play a crucial role in nurturing and guiding our athletes. Here’s how you can make a positive impact:
- Serve as a supportive mentor, helping athletes realize their athletic potential and learn to be self-reliant.
- Appreciate each athlete's uniqueness and always prioritize their long-term well-being.
- Strive for excellence with realistic goals that align with the athletes’ growth.
- Set a positive example in cooperation, self-discipline, and respect for everyone involved in the game.
- Make learning skills a fun and engaging experience.
- Maintain transparency and consistency with athletes—they value understanding their position.
- Be prepared to engage with league officials and parents, acknowledging their essential roles.
- Embrace ongoing education and be adaptable as a coach, willing to continually grow and improve.
- Remember, fun and enjoyment are the heart of play for children, not just winning.
- Avoid criticism and shouting for mistakes or defeat; instead, foster team respect for everyone's abilities, including the judgment of officials and opponents.
Procedures for Feedback and Incidents
- All coaching feedback should be submitted in writing to the Division Coordinator, who will collaborate with the Operations Committee to address any concerns.
- Disciplinary matters or incidents must also be recorded and will be reviewed by the Division Coordinator and Operations Committee. Decisions by the Operations Committee are conclusive and final.
- Coaches ejected from a game will be subject to a review by the Basketball Operations Committee, which requires a written report of the incident within two days to ensure timely resolution.
Requirements for New Coaches
- Criminal Record Check: St. Albert SLAM requires all coaches to obtain a Criminal Records Check every two years. A volunteer letter of introduction for RCMP/EPS, along with instructions, will be sent via email.
- Sexual Harassment Policy: Alberta Basketball mandates that all coaches and staff accept its Sexual Harassment Policy at the time of volunteering.
Slam's Rights
SLAM reserves the right to request a coach's resignation at any time if their actions potentially disrupt the harmony within EYBA or are deemed inconsistent with club values, without the option of appeal.
