It is an enormous responsibility to lead a group of young athletes in a sporting activity. The coach of
a group of young athletes has a duty of care to each and every young athlete and must therefore pay
attention to the following:
Give priority to the safety and welfare of the young athlete
• Ensure that the facility is free from hazards
• Use suitable equipment
• Encourage young athletes to be properly dressed and prepared
• Ensure young athletes are not carrying injuries
• Be sure that the content of the activity session is appropriate and well planned
• Protect from all forms of abuse
• Be prepared to take appropriate action after an accident
• Establish effective emergency procedures
Encourage and maintain the involvement of the young athlete in athletics
• Do not allow any discrimination
• Treat each young athlete as an individual
• Invite young athletes to be involved in their own learning
• Help to achieve realistic goals
Act as role-models
• Dress appropriately
• Be punctual
• Use simple and appropriate language
• Remain enthusiastic
• Encourage Fair Play with maximum effort
Ensure high standards and fair play
• Demonstrate respect to all those involved
• Encourage teamwork
• Appreciate their achievements
• Encourage honesty
• Deal with parental aggression and involve parents where interest is shown in helping
• Know the rules
• Continue to develop your own knowledge and skills
• Learn from others and work in teams
• Find ways to update your current knowledge
• Be willing to accept and try new ideas
Know your limitations
• If appropriate, pass on identified talent to more qualified coaches
• Only coach events in which a recognised qualification is held
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The Concept of Pacesetter
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