How to be a coach for basketball

USA Basketball - 5 Keys to Being a Great Basketball Coach

If you want your youth basketball team to have an All-Star experience all season, there are a wide range of ideals you need to focus on to make the experience as positive as possible.

Here are five ways that you can be an All-Star basketball coach.

All-Star Qualities

• Sportsmanship - Remember basic courtesy and good manners? Use your practices and games to reinforce these basic principles. Make sure your players can give a firm handshake with eye contact to officials and opposing coaches, as well as a high five to opposing players.
• Teamwork - Teach your players that "we over me" is what most often leads to "us over them," in team sports competition. Encourage your players to be selfless and supportive teammates in both losing and winning efforts.
• Positive Attitude - Life is not fair and basketball is worse. Help your players get over it and still do what they need to do to succeed. Playing sports is one the best ways to practice overcoming adversity and preparing to handle tough times in life. Humor helps!
• Respect - Pay it forward and get it back. How a coach interacts with other adults--coaches, parents and officials--will naturally influence the behavior of your players. Be mindful that you are a role model and are always being watched. Insist that your players respect coaches, officials and opponents--like you do. Have the courage to enforce your rules with every player and parent involved with your team.

Coaching

• Philosophy - Want a surefire way to be a great youth coach? Lighten up! Here's a tip. Not one of your games will be Game 7 of the NBA Finals. Billions of people don't even know you exist, let alone feel that your practices and games are important. Recreational league and even elite travel team coaches should understand that kids want to play sports and to have FUN! Let your players figure things out. Ask questions, but don't give instruction or answers. Stop teaching so much and give your players a chance to learn. Watching them grow will be fun for you too!
• Communication - Have a team meeting to start the first practice of the season, or as soon as possible thereafter. Limit your postgame analysis to positive things that occurred in the game and deal with what went wrong by establishing a specific goal to work on starting at the next practice. Ask parents to delay or even eliminate the dreaded postgame interview with their child. When you need to correct a player, use the "compliment sandwich" State something positive the player did well, give a very specific correction, then restate the first positive thing.
• Continuing Education - All-star coaching requires continuing education. I have been privileged to learn the game of basketball from seven coaches who are in the Basketball Hall of Fame. Each one of them was always striving to learn more. In your efforts to learn, make sure the substance of the material is appropriate for the skill, age and maturity level of the players that you coach.
• Use Resources - There are several organizations that offer assistance to youth coaches. Do an online search for youth coaching information sources. Read books, watch videos and attend coaching clinics in-person whenever possible. One hour online could make you a better coach.

Practices

Play to learn, play to practice, and you will win when you play in games. Remember how much fun you had growing up when you used to just go outside and play with your friends? We advocate using the "compete to learn" approach to practice--it lets kids play and have fun while competing. This type of practice, using competitive drills, does a better job of preparing players to compete in real games. Technically, this is called transference. What you do in practice carries over into what you do in games.

• Individual Skills - Want to improve your team's ball handling? Games like dribble knockout are very popular. Every player must have his or her own basketball. Coach starts the game. Every player must dribble constantly, stay in-bounds and try to knock the ball away from all other players in the game. Lose control of your basketball or go out-of-bounds, and you're eliminated. Boundaries for 10-12 players could start as half the court. After several players are eliminated, the boundary is reduced to only inside the 3-point area. Boundary is reduced again to the free-throw lane. Finally, when there are just two players left, they play the "finals" in the free throw half circle.
• Team Concepts - Run half your offense by playing 2-on-2 or 3-on-3 restricted to one side of the floor. For example, make even (by size/ability) teams and conduct a 10-minute tournament using an action like the pick and roll. Allow for 20-second timeouts and allow players teach themselves how to make the play work.

Game Strategy

• Keep It Simple System (KISS) - Basketball is a simple game. Keep it simple! If you are a regular reader of instructional material, you might think that you need to have lots of practice drills and a complicated or intricate system to win games. No, you don't. Establish one or two alignments and three or four actions, and that's it. At the youth level or even in the NBA, most successful coaches try to have their team master a few simple things. 8-10 year olds can do this successfully. Try KISS at your next practice and even in your next game, your team will show instant improvement!
• Simple Transition Offense (Fast break/press break) - Score a lay-up in less than five seconds without dribbling.
• Simple Half-Court Offense (Ball movement/teamwork) - Everyone must catch and make a pass before anyone can shoot!
• The Best Offense Ever Designed - Give the ball to Michael Jordan and get out of the way. You can't get much more simple than that! However, that is an actual "play," as it is part of the "complicated" triangle offense. The triangle is a patterned motion offense that has several basic actions such as give and go, pick and roll and give the ball to Michael and get out of the way -- otherwise known as a clearout. By the way, that offense has won nine NBA championships and you, even as a youth recreational league coach, can run some of its actions to win games in your league.

Make All-Star Memories

The experience of playing on a youth sports team can affect a child's development as a person. How will you affect your player's communication, cooperation, goal setting and work ethic? How will your players remember this experience 10 years from now? Most won't remember the score.

If your team employs the ritual of getting together after every game for ice cream or pizza, takes a field trip to a college or pro game, or attends a movie together, your players will remember those good times long after they forget the score of the game. Parents sometimes enjoy these social events more than the kids.

How to Become a Basketball Coach (11-Step Guide)

Coaching young people at the youth and high school level is an important job.

Aside from teaching the skills and fundamentals of basketball, a great basketball coach can have a tremendous impact on the life of a child.

The coaching community is in need of quality role models to enter the profession… and more importantly, young people are in need of these role models.

We need more people learning how to become a basketball coach!

But how does a person begin his or her coaching career?

Maybe you aspire to one day be a high school head coach, or maybe you would simply like to help out at the local community center.

Regardless of your coaching aspirations, there are several ways to give yourself the best chance of finding your “dream job.”

Below I’ll explain how…

An important question to consider when starting your coaching career is:

“Why do I want to coach?”

The answer to that question may help you determine the best level for you.

For example, if your goal is to make a lot of money, you probably won’t be happy at the youth or high school levels. But if your passion is making a difference in the lives of young people, the younger levels could be perfect for you.

The decision between the youth and high school levels can be a difficult one.

There are pros and cons to each level.

At the youth level, you get to see players improve rapidly as they learn the game for the first time. Many youth teams don’t practice every day, so it is easier to schedule practices around other obligations. However, if you enjoy high-level competition and advanced offensive and defensive execution, you may want to move up to a higher level.

High school coaches usually have more practice time and more leeway to implement Xs and Os they like, and the high school level can be very competitive. However, this means there is far more pressure. It’s also a bigger time commitment, so your work schedule and family commitments must be considered.

Regardless of your preferred coaching destination, you have to start somewhere.

Few, if any, coaches start immediately with a varsity head coaching position.

Most learn the basics on how to become a basketball coach at the youth level.

If you’re humble enough to start there, you’ll be pleased to know that many schools and community leagues are always looking for help.

You will have to volunteer at first, but it is a great way to gain experience.

There is another advantage of starting at the youth level…

It makes you a better coach!

Because the players are younger and the game is newer to them, you must learn to teach the game simply and clearly. This skill will serve you well if you choose to advance to higher levels later.

Plus, working with young kids is extremely fun and rewarding!

3.

A large part of the coaching opportunities you get will come down to two factors:

a. WHAT you know

b. WHO you know

Coaches should always continue expanding their knowledge of the game.

Even the best coaches are constantly seeking out new ideas.

The good news is that it has never been easier to learn about the game.

There are many resources available online and on social media.

It’s also good to attend some coaching clinics.

Basketball coaching clinics are an excellent way to hear experienced coaches share their knowledge while meeting and networking with other coaches.

You may also consider volunteering at a basketball camp.

This could be at your local high school or even at a college.

Many colleges look for young coaches to help out at their youth camps, and some even pay their helpers.

These camps give you some extra coaching experience and are great networking opportunities.

This is a crucial part of coaching development.

Coaching is naturally a profession of service.

If you’re willing to reach out, there are likely plenty of coaches in your area who would love to share ideas and help you get your basketball coaching career started.

One idea is to seek out a recently retired coach.

This person might have more free time than someone currently coaching, and would have years of experience to share with you.

If you don’t know of a retired coach, contact some local high school coaches who you respect.

Most would be happy to go out to lunch or engage in a phone conversation.

Most head coaches began their careers as assistants.

Assistant coaches are tremendously important to the success of a program and often have more time to focus on player development.

Seek out the best coaches in your area and find out if they are looking for assistants.

A good head coach can give you a big knowledge boost as you study how to become a basketball coach, and they could also serve as a great reference as you try to move up the coaching ladder.

Look for someone whose style you may like to emulate and who will give you an important role on the coaching staff.

Assistant coaching positions may or may not be paid, but they are crucial in advancing your career.

As you seek out potential assistant coaching jobs, it’s helpful to specialize in at least one particular area.

From a head coach’s perspective, it’s nice to have assistants who are experts in different parts of the game.

For example, if you are a phenomenal shooting coach, you can immediately add value to any program in that area. The same is true if you are an excellent defensive technician.

One of the most famous assistant coaches who had a specialty was Tex Winter, the master of the Triangle Offense. He was Phil Jackson’s sidekick for many years.

This doesn’t mean you can neglect the other aspects of the game, of course...

You must continue to learn and grow in all areas.

You can also enhance a program by becoming an expert in some off-the-court skills.

Running a high school program requires many elements outside of on the court coaching:

• Scouting
• Fundraising
• Running social media accounts
• Promoting players to colleges
• etc.

If you excel in one of these areas, that can help you earn an assistant’s job and eventually become a head coach.

Once you have your foot in the door as a youth coach or as a high school assistant, do absolutely everything possible to add value to your program.

Some coaches fail because they look down on seemingly minor tasks.

Be grateful for all opportunities you get!

If your head coach needs someone to run the clock at practice, do it willingly.

If a player needs a rebounder, volunteer to rebound and pass.

If the floor needs to be swept, grab a broom.

These things will make a good impression on your head coach and your players.

These tasks may seem small but they need done and doing them makes your team better.

Basketball coaching jobs, especially at the high school varsity level, can be difficult to get.

Depending on your area and the quality of the job, there could be dozens of applicants.

As with any job, an applicant’s resume plays an important part in receiving an interview and a potential job offer.

When putting your resume together, consider what skills you have that might set you apart from other applicants.

Is there something tangible that shows your impact on a basketball program?

For example, consider this line on a resume:

“As our program’s defensive coach, I helped improve our team’s points allowed from 65 points per game in 2018-2019 to 52 points per game in 2019-2020. ”

This line stands out because it proves you have had success in your role.

If you don’t have specific successes like that example, do your best to highlight what skills you will bring to a basketball program.

Remember to be honest but to emphasize what you do well.

Before you start to receive interviews, it’s important to prepare a coaching portfolio.

This could be an important part of the interview process and could also help you clarify your coaching philosophy and program plan.

There is no “right” way to create a portfolio.

However, most coaches include:

• Their standards/values
• Coaching philosophy
• Expectations on the court
• Expectations in the classroom
• Offensive/defensive ideas
• etc

If you are preparing to interview for a head coaching position, be sure to include ways to develop your middle school and youth players as well.

Remember to connect your portfolio to the specific needs of the program.

For example, if the program has previously struggled with discipline, you might want to emphasize your team standards and how you hold players accountable to those expectations.

Your interview is your big opportunity to make an impression and land your dream job.

Do your best to prepare so that you can remain calm during the interview.

Do some research on the school and program.

• What might they be looking for?
• Is it a successful program, or have they been struggling?
• Why did the previous coach leave?

Be prepared to answer questions about your philosophy, ability to connect with kids, running a K-12 program (if applicable), conducting tryouts, and dealing with difficult parents.

While your preferred Xs and Os could come into play, keep in mind that many members of the interview committee may have little basketball knowledge.

Administrators often care more about behind the scenes aspects of running a program than specific offenses and defenses.

• How does the coach communicate?
• Can he or she cooperate with other coaches in our school?
• Does he or she carry themself like a professional?
• Does the coach encourage players to excel academically?
• How does he or she deal with angry parents?

Be ready to discuss these kinds of questions.

Remember to dress professionally, and, most importantly, be yourself!

Ultimately, you want to find a job that is a great fit for you.

Be honest, be yourself, and articulate your vision clearly.

Getting a head coaching job takes some time and often requires some good luck.

There may be some rejection and frustration along the way.

Do your best to enjoy each step of the process and make a positive impact on the lives of the players you get to coach.

Use your time spent moving up the ladder to learn, gain experience, and make a difference.

The best way to get a better job is to make an impact at your current job.

Remember that ALL coaching opportunities have value, regardless of role and level, because they provide us with opportunities to teach the game and build quality young people.

1. Find Your "WHY"

2. Get Your Foot in the Door

3. Attend Basketball Clinics and Basketball Camps

4. Find a Basketball Mentor

5. Become an Assistant Coach

6. Specialize in One Specific Area

7. No Job is Too Small

8. Clean Up Your Resume

9. Create a Coaching Portfolio

10. Prepare For Your Interview

11. Be Patient

Before you leave, there’s one more important thing to know…

Former playing experience is not a requirement to start your journey learning how to become a basketball coach.

While playing experience certainly helps, there have been plenty of excellent coaches who did not play the game at a high level.

Coaching requires a completely different skill set than playing.

So if you’re a person who loves basketball and would like to make a difference in the lives of young people, you can be a successful basketball coach!

You just need passion, knowledge, commitment, and some good fortune.

How can I become a basketball coach? Kiiki

Ninety percent of basketball fans, in addition to playing basketball, would like to become a basketball coach. This is because today's coaches were once yesterday's players.

Therefore, this How to Become a Basketball Coach article explains in detail the requirements to become a basketball coach, the complete guide and how much you can earn as a basketball coach.

Becoming a basketball coach will become less strict if you have the right information.

Basketball has about 825 followers and over one hundred thousand teams. In fact, the history of basketball dates back to 1891, when James Naismith, a Canadian physical education instructor, introduced it as a less injury-prone sport than football.

Becoming a basketball coach requires certain qualifications, experience, physical strength, and a performance-oriented mindset. In fact, legendary coaches are known for their resilient spirit and drive to achieve their goals.

The table of contents below contains a number of frequently asked questions about becoming a basketball coach, which are properly answered in this article.

At its core, sport is physical activity performed according to an agreed set of rules for the purpose of recreation. It can be competition or self-gratification or a combination of both.

Whereas, a game is a recreational activity involving one or more players determined by a goal that the players are trying to achieve within some set of rules.

Thus, the difference in purpose distinguishes sport from play in combination with the notion of individual skill or mastery. While games are primarily played for fun or pleasure, sports can be competitive or for personal enjoyment.

Basketball is a sport because it is a physical activity played according to set rules, and a game because it is fun.

Basketball is a team sport in which two teams, usually consisting of five players each, play against each other on a rectangular court. Its origins date back to 1891, when James Naismith invented the game as a less-injury sport.

Two teams of five players each. So, we have ten players on the court at the same time, and a maximum of seven on the bench.

Usually in a game, one team tries to prevent the other team's players from scoring. However, each normal score is two points, and if a player shoots the ball into the hoop from behind a large arc-shaped line on the court called the "three-point line", three points are scored.

In addition, there are several officials in this game who do not belong to any of the teams, but are ready to help. These are the judge, referee, timekeeper, scorer and shot clock operator.

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Every sport or game needs players and someone to guide and teach the skills for how these players should excel on the field. These teachers or directors are called coaches.

In this way, a professional basketball coach teaches professional basketball players all the skills they need to succeed on the court.

In addition, a professional basketball coach conducts training, selection of players and conducts games during games. They often analyze the strengths and weaknesses of their team as well as their opponents.

In addition, professional basketball coaches also evaluate and track individual performance and create games that capitalize on the strengths of their players. They can work hand in hand with assistant coaches to bring out the best in their players.

Finally, most professional basketball coaches started out and became record-breaking high school basketball coaches or even coached college and high school basketball. Some of the legendary basketball coaches include

Jim Calhoun

Winning over 600 games in four final four games, he won national championship titles. In addition, Jim Calhoun turned the Connecticut Huskies into one of the elite college basketball programs. As a result, his legendary and professional basketball coach won over 600 games. In 2005, he was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Subsequently, six years later at 68, he became the oldest coach in Division 1 history with a national title.

Dean Smith

Similarly, Smith is one of the greatest innovators in college basketball. Apparently, he is the developer of the Four Corners crime. In addition, Smith turned the Tar heels into one of the most successful basketball programs in the country after taking over in 1961.
He compiled 870 wins and 11 final fours, as well as two national championships. In addition, almost 97 percent of its athletes received a degree.

Bobby Knight

This Hall of Famer coach is known for his edgy style, nicknamed The General; Bobby is the second-best winning coach in Division I men's basketball.
In fact, this legendary professional coach has 902 career victories. In addition, he led the American team to a gold medal at the 1979 Pan America Games and 1984 Olympics.
In addition, the Indiana Hoosiers turned into a perennial powerhouse, reaching five of Bobby Knight's Final Fours. In addition, he also won three national championships.

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A high school basketball coach is a coach who works with basketball teams at the high school level. Thus, the high school basketball coach will perform all the activities and duties of a coach for the high school team.

Basketball is one of the games for recreation, entertainment and sports among schoolchildren. Basically, former students often become basketball coaches.

In addition, these professionals are in high demand today, so you can try to become a school basketball coach for girls or boys. However, you may need the following to start your career as a high school basketball head coach.

• Continue
• Cover letter
• Portfolio
• Interview

In essence, you should include the following information in your portfolio

• Why are you interested in the position of
• What is your philosophy of coaching
• of the great coach
• Your communication style
• Your strengths
• Development of player
• your goals for the program
• Academics

NBA?

NBA stands for National Basketball Association. First, finding such a position is not easy. Becoming an NBA coach is exciting but hard, landing hard. However, it is still possible0003

Second, basketball coaches hired by this association become NBA coaches. Mostly, these coaches had to work as college basketball coaches, high school basketball coaches, and more importantly, professional basketball coaches.

Third, according to a business insider, all NBA coaches agree that two things are important. One is networking and the other boasts a strong resume. In addition, different path to the NBA following stories Coaches and players will also help you move up the career ladder.

There are no minimum education requirements to become a professional basketball coach. However, many coaches begin their careers at the high school or collegiate level, and these positions may require a bachelor's degree.

You can also take a bachelor's degree program that includes physical education and exercise.

You should expect and excel in coursework that covers fitness and wellness throughout life, anatomy and physiology, and motor development. Subsequently, you can also learn how to earn online certifications in sports history, rules and strategies.

In addition, you need all the experience you can get to advance in this career. Basically, you may need an assistant basketball coach in college and high school.

In addition, you can try to gain experience as a head coach in smaller schools and programs before moving on to larger opportunities and teams.

First, most high school basketball players go to coach after high school. To be a college or high school basketball coach, you must have a keen interest in this career. Also, you can check out other 9 high paying careers0016 too.

• Prioritize the well-being of the individual
• Provide services only in areas of competence
• Issue public statements truthfully and objectively
• Law with a high level of personal conduct
• Remain proficient in professional practice and performance of professional duties
• Maintain professional integrity

  In addition, to obtain an online certificate in sports training from Columbia University : This will cost you an average of $480/semester credit hour.

  Step 2: Gain coaching experience

  In fact, before you can get the opportunity to work as an assistant coach, you need to have coaching experience. So, you need to start working with basketball teams at different levels. It is advisable to volunteer in high school, high school, or even on a college team as a team manager.

  Actually, learn to watch as many game tapes as possible. This will help you understand, break down the actions and strategies of teams and players.

  In addition, both volunteer and game recordings will teach you how to reorganize various attacks and defenses. This is essential to becoming a basketball coach in both high school and college.

  Step 3rd: Working as an Assistant Basketball Coach

  Basically, to become a basketball coach, you must start your career as an assistant basketball coach. This is easier to get as support jobs are on the rise. However, this can lead to increased liability.

  At this stage, you should work more closely with the players individually before and after practice to help them improve their basketball skills.

  4th step: get certified

  The degree is excellent accompanied by experience as a basketball coach, but certifications are very important. Basically, certification programs deal with a selected part of a broad area.

  So while a degree in physical education is great, certifications in CPR, first aid, and coaching may be required for coaches looking to work in public junior or non-teaching staff at the school.

  Step 5: Grow your career path.

  You are now a certified basketball coach and can serve as a head coach at public high schools, high schools, and colleges. Since most high school coaches work part-time and do not receive the salary or benefits of a full-time coach, you should consider moving to college or professional basketball.

  However, this may require many years of experience and the successful work of your team,

  In fact, you have to keep winning and chasing big opportunities until you join the Naismith Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame.

  How much does a basketball coach earn?

  Basketball coaches earn an average of $100,000 when they work with small school teams.

  However, coaches at any of the highest paying schools in the NCAA earn about $1 million or more a year.

  How to become a basketball coach

  Basketball coach salaries vary depending on your current employer, team level, qualifications and experience. . For example, of the 65 teams that competed in the 2014 Men's National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) tournament.
  In general, the coach with the lowest earnings earned about $171,000.
  Also, in the professional league, according to CBSSPorts.com, the average salary is about $3.05 million.

  A high school basketball coach is a coach who works with basketball teams at the high school level. Thus, the high school basketball coach will perform all the activities and duties of a coach for the high school team.

  To be a college basketball coach, the level you want to coach will determine the degree requirements.
  Basically, at Div:1 level, you just need a degree. However, as you progress to the lower level, many schools are looking for a master's degree applicant.
  In addition to your qualifications, it is important to note that coaching is based on contacts, not knowledge. So you need a strong resume and a network connection too.
  

  Conclusion

  Basketball is an interesting game and being a basketball coach is also an interesting career path. This World Scholarship Forum article explains the main difference between a game and a sport,

  Although there is a difference, this post explains why basketball is both a sport and a game.

  In addition, it sheds light on who basketball coaches are, their various levels, and a detailed guide on how to become one.

  Basically, you may first need to show interest in a career to become a basketball coach. In addition, you will need a bachelor's degree and a certificate with extensive experience to succeed in this coaching career.

  This post also shows tips on how to become a high school and college basketball coach. The FAQ answers how much you can earn coaching a basketball team.

  Finally, it lists communication, leadership ability, attention to detail, and a thorough knowledge of basketball and its rules as key skills for a basketball coach at both the high school and college levels.

  Get all the requirements and start your career path to greatness. See you in the Hall of Fame.

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  How to Become a Basketball Coach • BUOM

  By Indeed Editorial Team

  2 February 2021

  All professional athletes rise through the ranks under the guidance of a coach. Regardless of the sport, a coach has a unique ability to improve players' skills and help them become more confident in their game. A basketball coach can help a player through the season or prepare him for the professional level.

  In this article, we will explain what a basketball coach is and what he does, talk about the average salary of basketball coaches in the country, explain how to become a basketball coach, and answer some frequently asked questions about the job.

  What is a basketball coach?

  A basketball coach is a person who guides a player or group of players during a game of basketball. They teach students how to play the game, strategize with them during competitions, help build skills and inspire. A basketball coach can work with players of different levels, from very young to professional athletes. Basketball coaches need to be excellent communicators, be patient, have strong leadership skills, and know the game of basketball well.

  Most basketball coaches who work in the school system also teach a school subject, but it is possible to work as a basketball coach part-time in elementary or high school, or full-time without additional responsibilities at the college level and beyond.

  What does a professional basketball coach do?

  Being a professional basketball coach is a lot and has a lot of responsibilities. A basketball coach at any level is responsible for:

  • Teaching your team how to play basketball, including basic skills, rules and various strategies.

  • Make sure all players work together as a team and that everyone values ​​the team more than their own individual accomplishments.

  • Organization of training sessions so that players can improve their skills

  • Training of players who may need individual assistance outside of a team environment

  • Create strategies to use on the court depending on the skill level of the players and the team they are playing against.

  • Being a motivator and leader for the team and all players

  • Identifying each player's strengths and weaknesses and addressing them accordingly

  • Making quick decisions during the game for things like changing players

    0 Prevention, assessment and treatment of injuries

  • Promote teamwork and good sportsmanship and share the importance of friendly competition.

  Average basketball coach salary

  The average national basketball coach salary in the US is $48,590 per year. This salary may vary depending on your years of experience and the city and state in which you work as a basketball coach.

  For example, in Atlanta, Georgia, the average salary of basketball coaches is $61,480 per year, and in New York, New York, basketball coaches are reported to earn an average of $44,843 per year.

  Some common advantages that basketball coaches can use are:

  • Flexible schedule

  • Medical insurance

  • Sports

  • Paul housing

  00 403 (B) (B) (B)

  • Professional development assistance

  • Disability insurance

  • Life insurance

  • Access to the recreation program

  • Dental insurance 9,0003

  • Savings account of health

  • AD & D Insurance

  How to become a basketball coach of the basketball, 1.

  Get a high school diploma

  Depending on the level at which you intend to teach, you may only need a high school diploma or equivalent to work as a basketball coach. If you do not have a high school diploma, a GED will be sufficient in most cases.

  2. Get a bachelor's degree

  Most employers require you to have a bachelor's degree in order to be a basketball coach. A degree in education is preferred, but you may want to consider additional physical education or athletic training if available. You can also specialize in areas such as physical education, exercise or sports medicine.

  While in college, try to play for the high school team to gain experience and develop your skills. This will help you save the position later. You may also aspire to become a team manager, which will help you develop your leadership qualities.

  3. Decide what level you want to coach

  Basketball coaches can work directly with many age groups, from elementary school to professional level. One of the first steps to becoming a basketball coach is knowing what your ideal career path is. You may find that your love of the game means that the level of your athletes doesn't matter, or you may prefer to work with players who are a bit more experienced and willing to try their hand at the professional level.

  If you're talking about a certain level of skill, it might help you choose a career or open up some opportunities for extra learning outside of your main job, like in a sports league.

  4. Play Basketball

  Many basketball coaches love the game and become basketball coaches because they grew up playing the sport. While many may have formed teams with neighborhood kids in their youth, many others played at school. While not required to be a successful basketball coach, you must be able to demonstrate knowledge of the game and demonstrate certain skills that you can teach others, and probably the best way to do this is to experience the game in person.

  5. Become a Volunteer Coach

  When you get your degree, look into volunteering at local schools or sports leagues as a second basketball coach. This will give you experience and help you connect with those who work at the school. These same contacts can connect you to post-graduation employment opportunities either at the same location where you volunteered or at a nearby school.

  6. Take education-related courses

  Your employer may still hire you without a bachelor's degree in education, but without it, you may have to take education-related courses if you want to work in the school system. These courses will prepare you to work in an educational environment, including how to create and manage a curriculum, and the different ways your student base can learn.

  7. Get certified in your state

  Each state has specific rules it must follow before certifying professionals as teachers and coaches. Contact your state Board of Education to determine what you need to do to get approved to teach and coach. You may have to work a certain number of hours at school under the guidance of a mentor and demonstrate that you have certain skills and knowledge.

  In addition to teaching certification, you may be required to be certified in CPR and first aid to help students with medical emergencies.

  8. Working With Experienced Coaches

  You may want to ask experienced coaches to guide you as you begin your basketball coaching career. They can provide valuable insight into the training of players in the sport. Get guidance and ask them questions so you can get different perspectives on the job and how they were able to succeed.

  6. Apply for a job

  Search online for basketball coach jobs. You can search the Internet for job boards or even visit local gyms or recreation centers to see if they need a coach. Youth or senior basketball leagues often need coaches during the season, so you can look for jobs in the leagues in your area.

  Frequently Asked Questions and Answers on Becoming a Basketball Coach

  Here are some frequently asked questions about becoming a Basketball Coach:

  Are basketball coaches required to wear suits?

  Whether or not you need to wear a suit to work depends on your employer.

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