Culture and Leadership

Steps to help build a program, not just a team. Develop a comprehensive plan that begins in 9th grade and follows through till graduation.

  • Have the Head Coach set attainable goals for the program

  • Identify leaders in all grades and compose a “Leadership Council” consisting of 2-4 players per grade

  • Creating a collaborative environment within the Leadership Council

  • Set “nonnegotiable expectations ” for all team members to follow

  • Develop goals and objectives through collaboration with the coaching staff and Leadership Council

  • Have Leadership Council develop agreed-upon standards to help reach agreed-upon objectives and goals for the program

  • Agree upon the role of Head Coach, Assistant Coach, and Seniors

  • Develop and follow up with Leadership Training opportunities throughout the year