Principles of Coaching Final PASSED
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
What is a coaching philosophy? Can it change? - CORRECT ANSWER- The basic beliefs
and principles that influence and guide our everyday actions, specific sport-related behaviors,
and clarify many of the difficult aspects of the coach's job
YES, a coaching philosophy is dynamic, evolving, and contextual
What are the 4 basic elements of effective coaching? Explain each. - CORRECT ANSWER-
Professional knowledge -- knowledge of the sport and how to teach it
Interpersonal Knowledge -- knowledge of the athletes and how to tailor coaching to meet
their unique needs and profiles
Intrapersonal Knowledge -- Knowledge of self and have an eagerness to constantly reflect
and evolve
Ethical Knowledge -- Proactive measures of ethical behavior
How should coaching objectives be prioritized? What are 3 ways a coach can define their
objective? - CORRECT ANSWER- Prioritize objectives based on your core values, coaching
philosophy, and contextual factors
Optimal development
Optimal experience
Optimal performance
What is leadership? (2 definitions) - CORRECT ANSWER- The art and science of
influencing others to achieve personal and collective goals
Providing purpose, direction, and motivation to influence people to accomplish this mission
, What is emotional intelligence? What are the benefits of emotional intelligence for a leader
(3)? - CORRECT ANSWER- The ability to understand, use, and manage your own emotions
in positive ways
Communicate effectively
Empathize with others
Overcome challenges and achieve goals
How do coaches send effective verbal messages (4)? - CORRECT ANSWER- Be direct,
complete, and specific
Be clear and consistent
Regulate emotions
Look for feedback that the message was accurately interpreted
Which type of motivation should coaches emphasize to support sustained motivation -
external or internal sources? How should coaches structure and use this type of motivation?
What is the definition of this type of motivation? - CORRECT ANSWER- A transformational
coach would emphasize intrinsic sources such as internal, self-determined motives to support
sustained motivation by knowing their athlete's values and meeting their psychological needs
What does the psychosocial aspect of sports include? What are the psychological benefits of
playing sports? (7) Are psychosocial skills automatically developed by athletes and
transferred to other contexts if they participate in a sport? - CORRECT ANSWER- social,
cognitive, emotional, and behavioral qualities
Ability to take criticism and work collaboratively
Increase self-esteem and self-efficacy
Acquire a strong work ethic
Positive body image
Resilience (learn from failure)
Self-regulation
Life skills like time management
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
What is a coaching philosophy? Can it change? - CORRECT ANSWER- The basic beliefs
and principles that influence and guide our everyday actions, specific sport-related behaviors,
and clarify many of the difficult aspects of the coach's job
YES, a coaching philosophy is dynamic, evolving, and contextual
What are the 4 basic elements of effective coaching? Explain each. - CORRECT ANSWER-
Professional knowledge -- knowledge of the sport and how to teach it
Interpersonal Knowledge -- knowledge of the athletes and how to tailor coaching to meet
their unique needs and profiles
Intrapersonal Knowledge -- Knowledge of self and have an eagerness to constantly reflect
and evolve
Ethical Knowledge -- Proactive measures of ethical behavior
How should coaching objectives be prioritized? What are 3 ways a coach can define their
objective? - CORRECT ANSWER- Prioritize objectives based on your core values, coaching
philosophy, and contextual factors
Optimal development
Optimal experience
Optimal performance
What is leadership? (2 definitions) - CORRECT ANSWER- The art and science of
influencing others to achieve personal and collective goals
Providing purpose, direction, and motivation to influence people to accomplish this mission
, What is emotional intelligence? What are the benefits of emotional intelligence for a leader
(3)? - CORRECT ANSWER- The ability to understand, use, and manage your own emotions
in positive ways
Communicate effectively
Empathize with others
Overcome challenges and achieve goals
How do coaches send effective verbal messages (4)? - CORRECT ANSWER- Be direct,
complete, and specific
Be clear and consistent
Regulate emotions
Look for feedback that the message was accurately interpreted
Which type of motivation should coaches emphasize to support sustained motivation -
external or internal sources? How should coaches structure and use this type of motivation?
What is the definition of this type of motivation? - CORRECT ANSWER- A transformational
coach would emphasize intrinsic sources such as internal, self-determined motives to support
sustained motivation by knowing their athlete's values and meeting their psychological needs
What does the psychosocial aspect of sports include? What are the psychological benefits of
playing sports? (7) Are psychosocial skills automatically developed by athletes and
transferred to other contexts if they participate in a sport? - CORRECT ANSWER- social,
cognitive, emotional, and behavioral qualities
Ability to take criticism and work collaboratively
Increase self-esteem and self-efficacy
Acquire a strong work ethic
Positive body image
Resilience (learn from failure)
Self-regulation
Life skills like time management
