The 4 R's of Coaching Conduct

RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY, RELATIONSHIP & RECOGNITION

Research by Micheal B. Minix, Sr., M.D. http://www.cappaa.com

I. Respect

Coaches have a duty of devotion and regard for the protection of the humanity of their players and athletes. Coaches are to regard, and recognize the human dignity of their players and athletes. Coaches must pay attention and be compassionate for players' and athletes' human value. Coaches should be considerate of players and athletes by treating them as humans. Coaches should dutifully respect the human life of their players and athletes.

"Do unto others as you would want others to do unto you."

"First do no harm to human life."

II. Responsibility

Coaches have an obligation of oversight for the physical and psychological well being of their players and athletes during the administration of their coaching duties. Coaches must develop and implement responsible coaching policies.

Coaches are accountable and hold an important position and duty of trust by the players and athletes. Coaches have a designated authority for the proper care of their players and athletes.

III. Relationship

Coaches should develop a positive relationship with their players and athletes. Coaches develop a good level of mutual understanding and trust with good interpersonal communication.

Devoting time for each player and athlete, the Coach will develop a positive relationship learning about each player and athlete's abilities and skills. Coaches develop a positive relationship taking a personal interest with plans and techniques for their improvement of play.

IV. Recognition

Coaches should acknowledge and recognize players' and athletes' when they accomplish their goals and execute their performance plans well. Special one-on-one notice and complementary attention to the player and athlete will enhance the trust for the Coach.