From Jim Roaldson Mar 28, 2013
Greg Dale, Ph. D. from Duke University will be presenting Coach, Parent & Student-Athlete Workshops for Jamestown High School Athletics on Friday, April 5, 2013.
JHS Student-Athlete Presentation will take place @ JHS Theater from 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
JHS & JPS Coaching Staff Presentation/Workshop will take place @ Thompson Community Room (Jamestown Middle School) from 3:45 PM -6:45 PM
All JPS Parents & Interested Community Members Presentation will take place @ Thompson Community Room (Jamestown Middle School) from 7:30 PM – 8:45 PM
WORKSHOPS
The Art of Coaching: Strategies for Creating More Confident, Consistent and Coachable Athletes
This workshop emphasizes the importance of coaches
earning credibility with athletes as well as the dynamics of group development and productivity. Particular emphasis is placed on effective communication and motivation tactics.
The Fulfilling Ride: A Parent’s Guide to Helping Athletes Have a Successful Sport Experience
This thought provoking workshop encourages parents to analyze the type of environment they are creating for their children. Parents will leave the workshop with specific
strategies they can use to be more effective sport parents.
It’s a Mental Thing: 5 Keys to Improving Performance and Enjoying Sport
This workshop challenges student-athletes to critically examine their approach to excellence as an athlete and student. Topics include developing leadership skills and character, preparing for success, embracing pressure, trusting your instincts, effective goal-setting, and
perseverance in difficult situations.
Leading Your Peers
This interactive, activity based workshop provides ideas, activities and knowledge athletes can use to more effectively lead their teammates. Specific areas of focus include: character and courage; communication, conflict resolution and diversity.
