Coaches
Coaching Philosophy and Requirements
The most vital component in accomplishing the goals stated above is GOOD COACHING. A successful youth coach will temper the ideal with the practical, will have a sound knowledge of basketball, and will be able to teach the boys and girls of this age in a sensitive way. He or she must have ample time to devote to the program, and should have previous coaching experience at the appropriate age level. The OBBA Board has established three priorities for our coaches:
- To teach the fundamentals of basketball.
- To build character and self-esteem.
- To encourage team and grade-level unity.
Selection of Coaches/ Roles/Responsibilities
All coaching candidates must submit written applications (Coaching Application/Code of Conduct) for coaching positions Members of the Coaches Selection Committee will interview all new head coaching candidates to the program prior to their selection as head coach. All coaches will adhere to the Coaches Code of Conduct. The head coach is the person recognized by the OBBA Board as having total responsibility for the team. The head coach can designate the duties he or she wishes the assistant coach(es) to perform. The coaches should formulate and agree upon practice procedures, responsibilities and game decisions in order to avoid dissension between the coaches and players.
Problems with player discipline / dissatisfaction or parental discontent should first be addressed at the team level by the head coach and the other party. See Conflict Resolution Policy guidelines. All such issues of dissatisfaction / discontent shall be treated with complete confidentiality at all times by all parties for the benefit of all parties. Any questions the coaching staff has of Board policy, procedure or actions shall be brought to the attention of the Boys or Girls Travel Program Director.
