Eric Musselmans Essentials To Be An Outstanding Coach

As I continue my previous post on Eric Musselman's 35 Essentials To Be An Outstanding Coach here are numbers 11-20. This list has allowed me to brainstorm what I believe is essential in order for me to become an outstanding coach. I hope it does the same for you.


11. Communication/Relationships

• Treat referees with respect
• Officials respond to communication not embarassment

12. Work ethic

• Outwork the competition
• Grade yourself
• Where do you rate?
• Within your conference, within your entire sport
• How do you rate with other sports

13. Talent Evaluator/ Evaluation

• How do you mesh your team together?
• Your won/loss record is a direct reflection of your talent evaluation

14. Ego Management

• Player Ego
• Head Coach ego, assistant coaches egos

15. Respect Factor

• How do you show respect?
• How do you gain respect?

16. Find a Mentor

• A mentor is someone you can learn and seek advice from
• Does not necessarily have to be in your field

17. The Media

• Don't lie to the media
• Treat the media with respect
• Remember the media has a job to do

18. Consistency

• Be consistent in everything you do!!

19. Master the X's and O's

• Surround yourself with the best X's and O's people
• Hire experts whose strength are the areas you are weak in

20. Brainstorm

• Find ways to change your system and make it better