Do You Have What It Takes To Be Coachable?
Do You Have What It Takes To Be Coachable?
Are you a coachable athlete? Find out here!
Anyone can have talent and succeed, but being coachable is one of the best traits an athlete can possess. You'll not only be successful as a teammate but will learn life skills that will help you succeed in and out of cheerleading. After you retire your pom poms, you'll see these traits pop up again whether you're prepping for your first job interview or learning how to survive in the real world.
Practice these traits on the mat, and see continued success down the road!
Listening skills
It's easy to be told that you're doing it wrong by your coach, but think you're correct and know better. Listening to the correction and making the change is what is important and can take your skills to a whole new level.
Be open to tips, drills and new skill suggestions even if deep down you think you're the one who knows best. Your coaches are in the position they are for a reason and are only out to help you achieve greatness. Listen, ask questions and apply the critiques to your training; THAT is what separates a good athlete from a great one.
Trust
Have faith in your coaches and in your own abilities. Trust that they always have the best intentions for the team and your individual success in mind - they totally do. More importantly, be sure you trust your own abilities - a positive mindset and confidence make skills happen quicker.
Drive
There is always room to grow and achieve new skills. Whether you are the best person on your team, or the worst, you can still improve. Having the drive to do so is what is important. When your team is cheering you on and your coach is giving the nightly motivational speech, tune in. Pay attention and apply what they're saying to your training.
Respect
Whether you agree with your coach or not, you need to respect them and follow their direction. If you have questions about why they're asking you to do something, just ask. Understanding the goal will help you get on the bandwagon. The point - treat them with respect, and they will respect you in return.
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