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Submitted by Anonymous
The purpose of this tool is to assist you in identifying the areas of coaching that you need improve upon. Give yourself an honest rating under each category. Once you have completed the evaluation, total your score and see how you measure up on the Coach Meter on the second page.
(1)Strongly Disagree (2) Disagree (3) Agree (4) Strongly Agree
Organizational Skills
I arrive on time 1 2 3 4
I dress appropriately 1 2 3 4
I always prepare a practice session plan with logical progressions 1 2 3 4
I challenge all athletes 1 2 3 4
I show concern for the health and safety
of all of my athletes during practice and competition 1 2 3 4
I set clear boundaries for athletes 1 2 3 4
I have the ability to treat minor injuries and exhibit
reasonable conduct when handling accidents or emergencies 1 2 3 4
Instructional Skills
I introduce skills clearly and accurately 1 2 3 4
I demonstrate skills properly and uses correct techniques 1 2 3 4
I ensure that the activity is suitable for the age,
experience, ability and fitness level of each athlete 1 2 3 4
I encourage questions and creates a non-threatening
practice environment 1 2 3 4
I explain the reason for doing the activity/drill 1 2 3 4
I assist in the development of short and long term goals,
for each athlete and for the team 1 2 3 4
I have the ability to analyze player’s strengths and weaknesses 1 2 3 4
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
I am enthusiastic and positive 1 2 3 4
I am dedicated to the sport and the team 1 2 3 4
I demonstrate a sense of fair play and promotes sportsmanship 1 2 3 4
I am patient and tolerant 1 2 3 4
I am honest and fair 1 2 3 4
I am a good role model and sets a positive example at all times 1 2 3 4
I have a sense of humor 1 2 3 4
I treat all players equally and enforce team rules consistently 1 2 3 4
I use appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication 1 2 3 4
I find a way to make all the athletes feel good about themselves 1 2 3 4
I know when to use discipline and when not to 1 2 3 4
Total______
Coach Meter:
75 – 100 Excellent, you are a well organized coach and have great communication skills.
Keep up the good work and continue your coaching development through further training, education
and certification!
50 – 75 Good, you have mastered some of the necessary skills but need to improve certain areas of your
coaching expertise.
25 – 50 Needs Improvement, you could use some help in some areas of your coaching and would
benefit from more interaction with other coaches in your sport and from exploring and accessing the
resources from your squash association.
1 – 25 Please contact your local squash association to sign up for coaching clinics to develop your
coaching skills and to make you more comfortable and effective in fulfilling your coaching
responsibilities. You have what it takes to become a great coach one day!
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