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Coach Burns Coaching Handbook

Austin.burns@iwc.edu

2012

Iowa Wesleyan College

November 2010 Coaching Handbook Page 1

Austin Burns

Iowa Wesleyan College
Physical Education Major
Endorsements – Health and Special Education
Men’s Basketball Program – Three years of college
Attended IAHPERD National PE convention in 2010
Attended IAHPERD convention of Iowa in 2011/2012: Awarded one of
two scholarships in the state for IAHPERD
Ongoing field experience in Special Education and Physical Education.
Dean’s List – 3 semesters

Community
Old Threshers Reunion – Volunteer work for the Old Threshers Reunion
in Mount Pleasant, IA. Duties include: Directing traffic, trash pickup,
setting up and tearing down the stage for bands along with spotlighting
the bands.
Hurricane Katrina Relief Effort- Biloxi, Mississippi
Austin Burns Student Ambassadors- Giving tours to prospective IWC students
Iowa Wesleyan College Lifeguard – Marengo Park District, Marengo, IL
Austin.burns@iwc.edu T-Ball Coach – Belvidere Park District, Belvidere, IL: Teaching and
coaching kids ages 4-10
Fifth Generation Educator Waterfront Counselor – Ramapo for Children, Rhinebeck, NY: Two
summers experience. A camp for kids with special needs ages 4-20.
Philosophy of Education Club M Advisory Council – Providing advice to head member of Club M
Students in today’s education need to be prepared at the highest level to lead on what can be done to improve the program.
America into a positive future. Children should be taught to become successful Student Life Committee - Informed on certain campus issues and
while creating their own beliefs and opinions. Teachers can guide students to expected to offer advice on issues.
explore multiple solutions to a problem while thinking independently. Students
should always be guided in a positive direction and be given trust by their teachers.
Every educator should create and keep a positive and energized learning
environment.
Mentoring Physical Education for the Students
Club M – Mentoring Program – I go into the Mount Pleasant public schools to I want my students to learn many physical activities as possible not only
mentor identified students that need a positive male role model. Generally the few main sports in America, but outdoor activities as well as games
converse, eat lunch and go to recess. that students may never get to experience in a common school. I want to
Volunteered in Reading Specialist classroom: I helped improve students reading make sure each and every student is learning something new and
skills in an elementary setting. enjoying their physical education experience. Each student will be
Helped in K/1 classroom one semester: Taught PE one period each day then math participating and enjoying the activities. Each student will be included in
skills the other period. my class and have a feeling of empowerment. I want all of my students
to be comfortable in a physical education environment.

Expectation for Physical Education Coaching Philosophy
I hope to expose each of my students to as much physical education as possible. Respect on the court goes both ways; what you project – is what you
Students will learn to be leaders, how to cooperate, and principles of teamwork. become; basketball is not about self – but the team, develop trust, let go
Importance of having a lifetime full of exercising will be stressed upon my students. of your egos, build passion and a positive work ethic on the court; this is
I hope that everyone finds something they enjoy about physical education. what you will project throughout your life.

IWC Life Skills Coaching Objectives
Valuing all coaches and players not only for their abilities but for themselves. Being I will prepare each student athlete for success in life. Positive character
knowledgeable of the sport is essential to becoming an effective coach. will be instilled within the program. Teams in which I coach will reflect
Communication on and off the court between coaches to coaches, athletes to that of a positive and ethical team. As a players’ coach, I will give
athletes, coaches to athletes and vice versa is imperative for an effective program. frequent feedback and reinforcement whether it be positive or
As a coach I am a teacher and mentor. constructive. I will coach on a principle of being caring but firm.


Table of Contents Page

Forward………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………4

Preface……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….4

Coaching Philosophy………………….……….…………………….……………………………………………………….5

Coaching Objectives……………………………………………………………………………………………………………6

Coaching Style…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….7

Coaching for Character………….……………………………………………………………………………………………7

Coaching Diverse Athletes…………….……………………………………………………………………………………8

Communicating with Athletes………………….…………………………………………………………………………8

Motivating Athletes……………………………………………………………………………………………………………9

Student Athlete Conduct…….………………………….………………………………………………………………….9

The Games Approach…………………………………………………………………………………………………………10

Teaching Technical Skills…………………………………………………………………………………………………...10

Teaching Tactical Skills……………………………………………………………………………………………………….10

Planning for Teaching…………………………………………………………………………………………………………12

Training Basics……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………11

Training for Energy Fitness…………………………………………………………………………………………………11

Training for Muscular Fitness……………………………………………………………………………………………..12

Fueling Athletes…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………12

Battling Drugs…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….12

Team Management…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..12

Relationship Management………………………………………………………………………………………………...13

Risk Management………………………………………………………………………………………………………………13

“Coaching the Mental Game”…………………………………………………………………………………………….13


Forward

Coach Burns and the Iowa Wesleyan basketball program amaze people game after game. Coach Burns
prides himself on being a players coach, and I believe that is a huge thing for a basketball program. I
have heard how players love playing for him. He looks out for his players and what is best for them. He
puts them in positions to be successful, but he makes sure they understand why they are there in the
first place. Coach Tackett- Iowa Wesleyan Football Coach

Coach Burns not only knows the X and Os of the game, but the little intricacies that go along with being
a head basketball coach. He is very detailed and meticulous at his craft. He has shown to be a very
good leader of men, and his record demonstrates this. Coach Ray -Iowa Wesleyan Football Coach

Preface

I am presenting this coaching handbook in an aim to explain the methods that I coach through. I want
all of my athletes, parents, Principal, Athletic Director, and Superintendent to know the ways in which I
coach my teams. This handbook will guide you to understand and be a part of the program as well. I
hope that my coaching handbook answers any questions about ways in which my teams are coached.
“Winning isn’t everything, but wanting to win is” - Vince Lombardi Austin Burns


Coaching Philosophy

As a coach, I will keep values in life and coaching consistent with my philosophy. Student Athletes will
know and understand my coaching philosophy. I follow my beliefs and principles in life when I sculpt my
coaching philosophy. It is essential to know who I am and what kind of coach I want to be in order to
fully develop my philosophy. I must be aware of my strengths and weaknesses as a coach. My coaching
philosophy contains my major objectives, beliefs, and principles that will help us achieve these
objectives.

My Philosophy:

Respect on the court goes both ways; what you project – is what you become; basketball is not about
self – but the team, develop trust, let go of your egos, build passion and a positive work ethic on the
court; this is what you will project throughout your life.

I believe that trust must be established between all members on a team in order for a successful
program. Your actions as a player or coach on and off the field show what kind of person you are. The
way you present yourself in practice and during contests shows that you are as a person. The game of
basketball is not about the individual but the team. Setting egos aside and building trust with one
another on a team builds an environment that is conducive for success on the court and in life. I hope
that my players have a passion for the sport and a relentless work ethic to go along with that passion.


Coaching Objectives

My objectives as a coach are congruent with my coaching philosophy. Student Athletes will understand
my coaching objectives. The three main objectives of coaching are: To win, to help young people have
fun, and to help young people develop physically, psychologically, and socially. Society’s objective is
solely “to win”. I will not lose sight of the objectives to help young people develop and have fun. This
can be done if I get caught up in society’s one and only objective. Winning will happen more frequently
and in the long term once the objective of developing and exciting young people is established.
“Athletes First, Winning Second”. It is important to make positive moral decisions as a coach and then
also to guide athletes to make positive decisions.

My Coaching Objectives:

I will prepare each student athlete for success in life.

Positive character will be instilled within the program.
My teams will reflect positive and ethical morals.
I will give feedback collectively and individually.
I will coach on the principle of being caring but firm.
To Win


Coaching Style

I will coach by the cooperative style. Student Athletes will understand and perform by the cooperative
style. I share decision making with my athletes. This does not mean that I will be the players’ “buddy”. I
believe in coaching with my athletes instead of coaching down to them. The focus of the cooperative
style is teaching the athletes. Athletes will become independent and responsible through the
cooperative style. I delegate authority while providing leadership. Structure is provided allowing the
athletes to achieve success. The team is their team, not MY team. I want my student athletes have a
sense of empowerment towards their team. Although, this is their team, as a coach I am the leadership
provider and authoritative figure. I guide my athletes to perform and achieve success. During tough
times in coaching, I do not blame my players. During times of success I put that praise on my players.

Coaching for Character

I will demonstrate sportsmanship, create a moral team environment, teach positive decision making,
model appropriate character, and reward good behavior. Student-Athletes will know that they are
expected to be players of character.

It is crucial for me as a coach as well as my players to show respect to opponents, officials, teammates,
and the game – sportsmanship. I follow these three steps in coaching for character – Step 1: Identify
principles of character, Step 2: Teach the principles of character and Step 3: Provide opportunities to
practice moral behavior.

I model appropriate character at all times. While I teach positive character it is essential that I model
the appropriate character that I want my athletes to display. Athletes are observing me as a coach at all
times which makes it vital for me to model character. The athletes know what the consequences are for
fraying from positive character. These athletes know the expectations that are set for them in public
and private. They understand the consequences for displaying anything that is not expected of them. I
teach ethical decision making to my athletes. This may mean no communication to referees, taking
constructive criticism/directions, displaying good sportsmanship on and off the court, and representing
the school positively. They know that they may not have the privilege to play a sport if they do not
display ethical decision making or the character that is expected of them.

Diversity


I will coach ALL athletes fairly. All student athletes will know they that will be coached fairly. I believe
that all athletes deserve to be treated fairly regardless of gender, age, maturity level or culture. I will
work to understand the backgrounds and cultures of my athletes to better understand them. I also
understand the age and maturity level of my athletes to the best of my ability which helps us be
successful as a team. At all levels there is a wide range of physical and maturity levels in student
athletes. Student athletes grow at very sporadic rate. I understand of the fact that athletes mature and
grow at different rates. While I understand this, I treat all athletes fairly regardless of physical size and
ability. My collective team of character respects all aspects of diversity.

Communicating

I will practice and embrace cooperative communication between my athletes and coaches. Student
Athletes will communicate cooperatively with players and coaches. I will send messages to my athletes
frequently. I also make sure that I receive messages from my players. This communication is effective
and follows the respect aspect of my philosophy. When sending messages to my players, I always make
sure that the message is clear for them to understand. My athletes will know that they are to ask
questions if they are unsure of anything. The directions I give to athletes are clear and player input is
received. I am a source of information to athletes on my team. I communicate through the positive
approach which correlates with my cooperative style of coaching. I encourage athletes when need be.
Feedback is given to my athletes appropriately, and praise is given to athletes who demonstrate the
desired behavior.


Motivating Student Athletes

I will make sure that my player’s needs are met so that they will be motivated. Student athlete will think
like a winner. I understand that athletes’ needs are to have fun and to feel worthy. As a coach it is
essential for me to meet my athletes’ needs in order for my athletes to be motivated. Sport must be
made for the athletes. Athletes need the high stimulation of intensity to have fun. There is energy of
excitement in my gymnasium where the athletes are stimulated which allows them to have fun. All
athletes need to feel worthy. Therefore, each athlete is motivated by success. I create an environment
where success is acknowledged and failure is not punished but consequenced. I have my athletes create
individual goals at the beginning of the season. I acknowledge the successes and progresses of each
athlete’s goals.

Student Athlete Conduct

I will use positive discipline to manage athletes’ behavior. Student athlete will know that they will be
instructed and trained rather than be feared of mistakes. They also know that I do not fray from the
expectations and consequences that are set for them. It is my duty to always instruct or demonstrate to
teams the correct way to perform a skill. I instruct the skill, train the skill over, and correct the way that
the skill was performed. This instruction goes for on and off the court. Positive discipline is a
constructive approach to coaching that tie in with the cooperative style.

John Wooden said that “If you’re not making mistakes, then you’re not doing anything”. My athletes
are reminded of this principle.

The six steps of preventative discipline are instilled through my basketball program. The first step of
preventative discipline is creating the right team culture. I do this by expecting the best character and
decision making out of my athletes. I hold team meetings frequently. Team meetings: mandatory
parent and student first meeting, athlete goals meeting, after practice, before community activities,
times of struggle and success, etc. The team expectations are handed out to each player and their
parents at the mandatory meeting. Consequences for fraying away from these expectations are
thoroughly explained. Team off-season, pre-season, practice plans, away trips, and game days all have
routines that my student athletes and I follow. Practices are exciting because student athletes need that
stimulation of excitement in order to be motivated to succeed. Praise is given to athletes and the team
as a whole when they model the appropriate skill, character, and winning attitude.


Games Approach

I will teach my athletes the proper technical skills in order for them to be successful. I will not only
coach the technical part, but the tactical part as well. We practice game like situations as well as specific
skills needed to perform well. We practice more and more game like situations as the season goes
along. I do stick to the technical skills of my players getting more than a hundred game shots up each
practice along with one ball handling drill team wide. Coaching through the games approach prepares
my athletes to succeed during contests.

Teaching Technical Skills

I will teach technical skills by first developing a motor program. Then allow my players to go through the
three learning stages: mental stage, practice stage, and automatic stage. As a coach I will first have to
introduce the skill, demonstrate the skill, have the athletes practice the skill, and then correct the errors.

Teaching Tactical Skills

I will instruct the tactics, strategy, and game plan to my players. Student Athlete will develop tactical
knowledge, decision making skills and perceptual skills. Tactics are the plan to gain advantage in a
contest. Strategy is the plan of action. Game plan is an application of the strategy to a game. I teach
the rules of the game to my athletes. Athletes must know the rules before skill can be performed. I
develop the game plan and team strategies around the players’ team and individual goals as well as skill
sets of athletes. I use various strategies to improve decision-making skills in my athletes. I encourage
athletes to watch basketball played at a higher level during their free time. I may require my athletes to
watch a certain collegiate team play that demonstrates decision making that I want to see in my team. I
may also require them to watch games where teams will be playing a defense, or offensive set that will
be similar to what we run. At the beginning of the season, I tape a scrimmage in an exact game like
situation. The players know that this scrimmage is being taped and gives them a chance to observe
themselves. I analyze the film, watch the film with the team, and provide feedback collectively and
individually with my team. I use both blocked and variable practice in different parts of practice. I give
my athletes individual and collective feedback but do not overload them with feedback.


Planning for Teaching

I develop seasonal plans as well as practice plans. I first identify the skills that my athletes need. Each
individual and collective team has different skill sets. I identify these individual as well as collective skills
in order to create the best seasonal plan for my team. Specific to practice; I review what skills need to
be taught or reviewed then implement them into the practice plan. It is imperative for me to know my
athletes well. I build positive relationships with my athletes for many reasons. A few of these reasons
are to understand the best ways they are coached; it is a part of being a self-actualized coach, and to
create a common respect. I know their goals, mindset, and skill level which helps me put them in the
best position to succeed. In developing my seasonal plan, I analyze the resources that are available to
my program for that year. In developing individual practice plans, I analyze the resources available, the
time of season, and individual player situations to create my practice plan. I establish which items on
the practice plan are of the highest importance. We may need to spend extra time on certain items
during practice. I coach through a positive cooperative style. I analyze time, season, injuries,
equipment, materials, skills needed, upcoming games, and review the previous practice when creating
my practice plan.

Training Basics

I know simple anatomy and physiology. My players will understand that the training program is based
on the training principles that I have learned in my experiences. I always explain training activities to my
players so they know exactly why we are doing the work out. My players know that I have years of
experience in the art of training for basketball. All players are required to wear ankle braces to practice
and games. The athletic trainer will tape any and all players’ ankles until ankle braces are acquired.

Training for Energy Fitness

My fitness training program places each athlete in a position to succeed. My fitness training program is
used in respect to the energy demands of the sport. I assess and monitor the fitness levels of each of
my athletes. I test my athletes’ aerobic fitness and anaerobic capacity during the pre-season. This
means sprint testing and mile run testing. Fitness testing puts athletes in a position to push their training
levels to the maximum. I have spent years participating in various training programs and have seen
firsthand the benefits to basketball players in each training program. I am bringing this knowledge with
me into the coaching profession.


Training for Muscular Fitness

I realize how the muscles work and what their duties are. Our athletic training program accommodates
the fitness level in the sport of basketball. I understand that as the season goes on that my athletes’
muscles may be not as strong as they used to be. I stay away from over training my athletes. I do not
train my players as hard each practice at the end of the season. Therefore, I place more emphasis on
stretching exercises later on in the season. The off season and pre season are the optimal times where
muscular fitness is emphasized heavily. The middle to end of the season is a time where emphasis is
placed mostly on the games approach. Muscular fitness is absent at this time as athletes need their
bodies to recover after the beating their bodies take during contests.

Fueling Athletes

As your coach, I know how to provide proper nutrition to my athletes through prior knowledge on the
six basic nutrients: carbohydrate, protein, fat, vitamins, minerals, and water. I know the role of
supplements in an athlete’s diet. I know how to teach my athletes how to maintain, gain, and lose
weight through supplementing nutrition. My athletes will be provided information on the proper fuels
required to improve performance.

Battling Drugs

As your coach, I take an antidrug stance. My student athletes understand the expectation of being drug-
free. My student athletes will sign the “team policy for drug use” form as well as the form the school
provides. Hopefully the positive team culture and intense practices will deter my athletes from using
drugs. Each year athletes go into the local elementary school and teach young students the negative
effects that drugs have on people.

Team Management

I will be the head manager of all team aspects. I will fill my coaching staff with what is needed as
determined by me. I will always make sure that we have enough money funded for us. Fundraising will
be a part of the program each year. At the beginning of the season we will have a free throw contest
which will help produce some funds to the program. The athletes will find people to donate a certain
amount of money to the athlete for every free throw he or she makes. The athletes will then shoot 50
free throws in practice the following week. Students will then collect money from those who chose to
sponsor that athlete’s free throws. The facilities we use are safe and clean to use. Athletes and team
are taken care of in all aspects.


Relationship Mastery

I work to master the four interpersonal skills: knowing myself, trusting others, resolving conflicts,
accepting/supporting others, and effective communication. Mastery of these skills helps when dealing
with fellow coaches, medical personnel, media, parents, officials, and sports administrators. My players
will also learn how to effectively manage relationships through the four interpersonal skills.

Risk Management

I keep athletes safe. I keep athletes safe identifying, evaluating, and implementing approaches to limit
athletes’ risks in every athletic activity. I view my duty as head coach to keep all athletes mentally,
healthily, and physically safe.

“Coaching the Mental Game” by H.A. Dorfman

As your coach, I will be self-actualized. Student-Athletes will know the style and type of coach that I am.
My players know that as a cooperative style coach that we are in it as a team. They know that blame
will never be thrown on them. They also know that high expectations are set for them. Excellence is
expected. As a self-actualized coach I realize that I am the decision maker of the team. I delegate
authority to my assistant coaches and captains at times. I can project a sense of humor when the
situation need be. My athletes will know that I am concerned for their well-being on and off the court. I
build and have positive relationships with my athletes.


Bibliography

Dorfman, H.A. Coaching the Mental Game. N.p.: n.p., n.d. Print.

Martens, Rainer. Successful Coaching. 4th ed. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics, 1997. Print.

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