In a few days the coaches of the football schools will go on the fields and everyone will manage a new group of young players.
It is important that coaches should remember that in addition to technical and tactical skills as important is the knowledge of the psychological dynamics characterizing the different age groups. The management of a group and its transformation into a team cannot ignore the knowledge of the correct methods of communication with the children. The first of the categories in order of age is called in Italy little friends. Here are some points on what to do and how to communicate when the coaches are in the field with them.
- Involve them in an intense way
- Give priority to movement and fun
- Propose a wide variety of stimuli
Communicating with young palyers:
- Avoid long explanations
- Propose simple and specific rules
- Ask to respect the rules in a calm but firm communicaion style
- Strengthen their commitment
- Drive gradually toward the autonomy
(by Daniela Sepio)
