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Coaching Philosophy & Ethics Flashcards

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  1. According to PCA, what is the 'Emotional Tank' concept and why does it matter?

    Answer: A metaphor for an athlete's emotional energy that affects motivation and performance when full or empty

    The Emotional Tank represents an athlete's emotional capacity; keeping it filled through genuine praise and connection improves motivation and performance.

  2. Which of the following best describes PCA's stance on athlete mistakes during competition?

    Answer: Mistakes are natural learning opportunities that coaches should address constructively

    PCA frames mistakes as natural parts of learning and growth, expecting coaches to respond constructively rather than punitively.

  3. A coach witnesses an opposing team's coach verbally abusing a referee. According to PCA ethics, what should the coach do?

    Answer: Report the behavior to game officials or the league and model respectful behavior

    PCA ethics require coaches to uphold the integrity of the game by reporting misconduct and modeling respectful behavior toward officials.

  4. What role does 'Honoring the Game' play in PCA's coaching philosophy?

    Answer: It means respecting the rules, opponents, officials, teammates, and the spirit of the sport

    PCA's 'Honoring the Game' (ROOTS) framework asks coaches and athletes to respect Rules, Opponents, Officials, Teammates, and Self.

  5. When building a positive team culture, PCA recommends coaches do which of the following first?

    Answer: Define team values collaboratively with athletes at the season's start

    Collaboratively defining team values with athletes fosters ownership and buy-in, which is a core PCA strategy for building positive culture.

  6. How does PCA define 'scoreboard score' versus 'success score'?

    Answer: Scoreboard score is the official result; success score measures effort, improvement, and character

    PCA distinguishes the scoreboard result from a 'success score' that reflects a player's effort, improvement, and character development.

  7. Which scenario illustrates a coach who is 'filling the Emotional Tank' of an athlete?

    Answer: Acknowledging an athlete's improvement in a specific skill with specific, genuine praise

    Specific, genuine praise for observable improvement is a PCA-endorsed method for filling an athlete's Emotional Tank.