Three Actions To Take During A Coaching Transition
It is that time of the year. The coaching carousel is in full effect and as people see the massive buyouts head coaches will receive, they tend to forget about the other coaches and support staff who do not make a fortune in their roles.
Transition during this time is tough. I personally have been fired because of a new coaching staff coming in, been a part of new staff coming taking over a program and been fired by a coach who hired me. These transitions were tough: figuring out what was next, moving my family, getting acclimated to the new normal. It can be a real mental, emotional, and physical drain if you are not prepared.
The most common trend in the player development space regarding the coaching carousel is the person in the role being fired. This is the hardest because in my experience I knew the players and knew the value I could bring to the new staff. It is also tough because the done in the role has impact on the players but does not have ultimate impact on what happens on the field. So, getting the ax with everyone can be mind boggling at times. The harsh reality is the new coach is usually going to want someone they know. With that said here are three action items that can help you if you find yourself in this situation:
Communicate What You Have Done in the Role
I talked about this here: https://youtu.be/gzkGuqUTOtM?si=CVSaZmA3TZf1DoCr. Creating an end of the year review will highlight the impact you created in the role. This will help you sit down, if you get the chance, and show the new staff the value you bring. This is pivotal to the possibility of you maintaining employment with the new staff.
Use Your Connections
Reach out to those who you have gotten to know in the role. If you have connections with executive staff, or athletic administration please let them know your situation and see if they can help you find your next role. In the role I assumed people knew my situation and that was not the case. Reach out. If you are looking to create a player development support group, this video is for you: https://youtu.be/8mfrLBB7TMc?si=5sjOwFfHi1ju2pbI
Be There for the Student-Athletes
This time is tough for you, and you must take care of yourself. In the time this transition is happening, your student-athletes are going through a lot as well. They NEED you for as long as you are there in the role. Some of them have never experienced anything like this in their life and are hurt knowing the staff who recruited them are now gone. Help them as you help yourself.
If you find yourself in this situation, I am here to support you. It is not a good place to be and I am praying for you.
I really hope you enjoyed this blog. If you are reading this blog and want to get in a player development role, I would like to provide value to your journey through my Guide to Player Development Course here: https://edward-s-site-ca17.thinkific.com/courses/player-development-guide
Player Development Resources:
Guide to Player Development Online Course: https://edward-s-site-ca17.thinkific.com/
Player Development Guide eBook: https://www.btfprogram.com/btf-program-resources/btf-ebook
Head Coaches Guide to Player Development eBook: https://www.btfprogram.com/btf-program-resources/hc-guide-to-player-development
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