Institute for Sport Coaching

Several years ago I had the pleasure of meeting a recent graduate, Brad Stoffers, from Boston University’s masters program in coaching education.  Brad immediately impressed me with his intelligence and passion for coaching education.  In the time since his graduation, Brad has created a great resource for coaches of all sports.  I highly recommend you …

State high school athletic associations around the country are being confronted with parents and members going to court after a call has been made. Anyone can go to their local court house, fill out the paper work and alleged that someone assaulted them.  The venue does not matter where the incident occurred, it is up …

I have made watching Massachusetts School of Law’s Sunday television show a habit.  They discuss many subjects and have had occassional shows about sports related topics.  Massachusetts institutions have been on the cutting edge of concussion research and treatment. This is the show’s videos on Youtube.  Must watch tv. Part 1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seucQicwwZc Part 2 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gt6AZAJzc8o …

One strength and conditioning coach that I pay particular attention to is Vern Gambetta.  Vern is a well published and respected expert regarding the training of athletes.  One thing I really enjoy about Vern is his dedication to continual learning–he does not stop looking, researching and experimenting to find new ways to aid athletes. You …

Sure, this month’s resource is late being posted. The important thing is that I made the end of the month deadline! If you are a coach concerned with creating a sports environment that advocates and encourages your athletes to compete “clean,” then the online resources of the World Anti Doping Agency (WADA) is as resource …

I found a nice set of iPhone apps that can aid a coach in learning and teaching the rules of their respective sport. The first one is called Sport Rule Books which can be found at iTunes.  This app allows you to store the rule books from most professional and collegiate sports onto your phone. …

If you are looking for a inexpensive way to aid your coaches, within an association or school, in keeping up-to-date with recent research, then please call me (978-201-1024) or email me (chris.hickey@instituteforsportcoaching.org) to inquire about organizational rates to subscribe to the Sport Coach USA Intelligence Update.