Coaching Insight Volume 8 | Page 14

12 Taking Responsibility the weather, facilities, quality and frequency of matches, availability of players and coaches, and relationships with the groundsman. Ultimately, if the club’s focus is on developing coaches then, whilst we cannot control the weather, most of the rest can be enhanced and improved. As a result, the club will have a stronger relationship with its members, players, supporters and community, and its reputation will continue to grow. If we are really going to have more and better coaches available in our clubs in the future, then it is time for change. • Developing and recognising expertise in coaching children, young people and adults at clubs. I see the emphasis for the development of coaches in 2018 as being in the following areas: These are all attainable, practical points of development which, working together as a body of coaches, we can make strides towards this year. So make use of tools like icoachcricket, keep in contact with other coaches and get in touch with your CA with questions, ideas and requests. Together, we can finish the year as better coaches than when we started it. • A more diverse coaching community that is reflective of society • Fostering a culture of learning • Utilising the resources and support available