As a soccer coach, your players count on you during the season for guidance and support. The following are some ways to help your kids through the soccer season:
Be specific with your praise
Stop practices to point out when a player does something well rather than when they make a mistake
While providing feedback, use the “sandwich” method by placing a critical remark between two encouraging comments
Pile on the praise for kids giving their best and displaying good sportsmanship
Provide constant positive reinforcement — it’s the key to improvement
Focus on fun and safety instead of wins and losses
Be passionate and enthusiastic and it carries over to your players
Have reasonable expectations and set attainable goals for the kids
Remember that kids making mistakes is all part of the learning process