Adult coaches should encourage their players and emphasize skill development. Criticizing players or emphasizing winning over skill development can damage a child's self-esteem and love for the game. High expectations are important, but they should be balanced with positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.

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Adult Coaches Should

Question 118

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Adult coaches should

A) criticize the players.
B) emphasize winning over skill development.
C) have very high expectations for the children.
D) encourage their players and emphasize skill development.

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