Coaching Philosophy

England Netball – Values

• A game for life, A world-leading game, A visible presence, A resonant voice, A thriving collective, An extraordinary experience

• Roses Development Framework

• Learn the game, Love the journey & Win deep.

Beliefs

We believe that coaching is a process of purposeful improvement and development of individuals and teams in preparation for participation in, and progression through, the England Netball player pathway.

We believe an England Netball pathway coach…

• Understands the sport and leads by example

• Displays commitment and passion about the game

• Is knowledgeable about the game and is open-minded to learn

• Has self-awareness

• Knows their athletes and values and respects that relationship

• Treats everyone with dignity and respect

• Is focused and goal-oriented

• Is positive, enthusiastic and supportive

• Communicates clearly and with consistency

• Places the athlete at the centre of the process

• Engages with activities that enable athletes to learn best

We believe that athletes learn best by:

• Engaging in authentic and challenging netball environments

• Being exposed to new knowledge, experiences, and understanding

• Relating ideas and making connections between prior and new knowledge,

• Having significant opportunities to develop and practice new skills and receive feedback

• Developing independent and critical thinking, and self-regulation

• Having the opportunity to transfer knowledge and skills to new and different contexts

We believe that performance is best developed by repeated and consistent exposure to the physical, technical, tactical and psycho-social demands of the game.

Five principles of effective coaching

Here are five principles of effective coaching, that enable athletes to learn the game, love the journey and win deep…