Coaching: Building a National Coach Strategy

Explore the critical need for a national coach strategy in youth sports during this hour-long talk featuring Kristen Dieffenbach, PhD, Executive Director of the US Center for Coaching Excellence, moderated by Vince Minjares, PhD, Program Manager at the Aspen Institute Sports & Society Program. Delve into the challenges of organizing a fragmented coaching system and discover the key components necessary for developing an effective framework. Gain insights into why such a strategy is essential for improving youth sports experiences and learn about potential approaches to address the complexities of the coaching world. Examine the role of coaches in shaping youth athletics and understand the importance of a structured approach to coach development and support.

Coaching: Building a National Coach Strategy