EXPECTATIONS

1. L1 (Enthusiasm): Our coach represents a high level of integrity and character. 

2. L1 (Industriousness): My coach is innovative and always seems to be studying our sport in order to improve their ability as a coach. 

3. L1 (Loyalty): Our coach expects that we conduct ourselves with a high level of integrity and character during our “on-field” performances.

4. L1 (Loyalty): The coach instills a sense of loyalty and pride to the team and community.

5. L2 (Alertness): The coach encourages learning from both successes and mistake without fear of failure. 

6. L2 (Initiative): My coach uses film to help me become a better and more prepared player.

7. L2 (Self-Control): The coach effectively creates an environment where self-discipline, emotional control, good judgment, and common sense are emphasized.

8. L3 (Condition, Skill, Team Spirit): My coach provides effective and dynamic off-season and summer training opportunities (weight room/training sessions, camps, etc.).

9. L3 (Skill): The coach facilitates skill development by ensuring a thorough understanding of the fundamentals and the ability to execute them quickly and accurately.

10. L3 (Team Spirit): When we are having a bad day in terms of performance or energy level at practice, our coach always gets us to turn it around do better.

11. L4 (Confidence): My coach helped me improve my skills & understanding of the strategy in my sport this year. 

12. L4 (Poise):The coach creates an environment that encourages you to be yourself and maintain composure in any situation, fostering a sense of ease rather than internal conflict.

13. L5 (Competitive Greatness): Our coach expects a very high level of “on-field” performance from our team.

14. L5 (Competitive Greatness): The coach encourages you to perform at your best when it matters most, fostering a mindset that embraces and enjoys difficult challenges.

RELATIONAL WARMTH

1. L1 (Cooperation): *It is easy to ask my teammates and coaches for help when I’m struggling.

2. L1 (Cooperation): The coach fosters a cooperative environment where finding the best solutions takes priority over individual preferences.

3. L1 (Enthusiasm):*My coach fosters an encouraging environment where every team member feels heard and appreciated.

4. L1 (Friendship & Cooperation): *Coach encourages us to bring up challenging and difficult issues about the team throughout the season.

5. L1 (Friendship & Cooperation): The coach creates an environment of mutual respect and shared commitment where all team members collaborate and contribute to a collective effort.

6. L1 (Loyalty): *I feel like I'm a valued part of this team. 

7. L2 (Self-Control): When officials make bad calls, our coach handles it appropriately. 

8. L3 (Team Spirit): The coach cultivates a team spirit characterized by genuine consideration for others and an eagerness to prioritize the welfare of the team over individual glory.

9. L4 (Poise & Confidence): *When I make a mistake and coach corrects me or instructs me, I feel encouraged to improve and try again. 

10. L4 (Poise): When we are losing or not playing well coach stays calm and keeps control of their emotions. 

11. L5 (Competitive Greatness): *I do not fear making mistakes in practice and contests because I know my coach focuses more on learning and growth than perfection and winning.

WRITTEN RESPONSES

1. What I appreciate most about coach is...

2. I would like coach to improve on....

3. The most important thing I learned from coach this year was...

4. What changes or improvements would you suggest to enhance the experience for future athletes in your program?

5. What is one area you can improve as a student-athlete?

6. What is your favorite part about being a Coopersville Bronco?

7. Optional (Type N/A if you do not want to respond): What actions or behaviors from the coach inspire enthusiasm within the team?

8. Optional (Type N/A if you do not want to respond): In what ways does the coach encourage you to practice self-discipline and manage your emotions during high-pressure situations?

9. Optional (Type N/A if you do not want to respond): How does the coach promote a culture of continuous observation and learning from both successes and mistakes?

10. Optional (Type N/A if you do not want to respond): In what ways does the coach prepare you for handling pressure or challenging situations?

EXPECTATIONS

1. L1 (Enthusiasm): It is clear to my team that I represent the high level of integrity and character. 

2. L1 (Industriousness): I am innovative, always studying my sport in order to improve my ability as a coach.

3. L1 (Loyalty):  It is clear to my team that I expect the high level of integrity and character during each athlete's "on-field" performance.

4. L1 (Loyalty): You instill a sense of loyalty and pride to the team and community.

5. L2 (Alertness): You encourage learning from both successes and mistakes without fear of failure. 

6. L2 (Initiative):  I use film to help my athletes become better and more prepared players. 

7. L2 (Self-Control): The coach effectively creates an environment where self-discipline, emotional control, good judgment, and common sense are emphasized.

8. L3 (Condition, Skill, Team Spirit): I provide effective and dynamic off-season and summer training opportunities (weight room/training sessions, camps, etc.) for my team.

9. L3 (Skill) You prioritize skill development by ensuring a thorough understanding of the fundamentals and the ability to execute them quickly and accurately.

10. L3 (Team Spirit): You prioritize skill development by ensuring a thorough understanding of the fundamentals and the ability to execute them quickly and accurately.

11. L4 (Confidence): I improved the skills & strategies of my student athletes throughout the course of this season. 

12. L4 (Poise): You create an environment that encourages your athletes to be themselves and maintain composure in any situation, fostering a sense of ease rather than internal conflict.

13. L5 (Competitive Greatness): I expect a very high level of "on-field" performance from my team.

14. L5 (Competitive Greatness): You encourage your athletes to perform at their best when it matters most, fostering a mindset that embraces and enjoys difficult challenges

RELATIONAL WARMTH

1. L1 (Cooperation): Players feel encouraged to ask each other and/or the coaches for help when they are struggling with anything. 

2. L1 (Cooperation): You foster a cooperative environment where finding the best solutions takes priority over individual preferences

3. L1 (Enthusiasm): I foster an encouraging environment where every team member feels heard and appreciated. 

4. L1 (Friendship & Cooperation): I encouraged players to bring up and discuss difficult or challenging questions they had about the team throughout the season.

5. L1 (Friendship & Cooperation): You create an environment of mutual respect and shared commitment where all team members collaborate and contribute to a collective effort.

6. L1 (Loyalty): Each player feels like they are a valued part of the team. 

7. L2 (Self-Control): When officials make bad calls, I stay in control and handle it appropriately. 

8. L3 (Team Spirit): The coach cultivates a team spirit characterized by genuine consideration for others and an eagerness to prioritize the welfare of the team over individual glory.

9. L4 (Poise & Confidence): When I instruct or correct players, they feel empowered and excited to improve and try again.

10. L4 (Poise): When my team is not playing well or when we are losing I am able to stay under control emotionally, without showing anger or frustration. 

11. L5 (Competitive Greatness): *I do not fear making mistakes in practice and contests because I know my coach focuses more on learning and growth than perfection and winning.

WRITTEN RESPONSES

1. I feel that what I do best as a coach is...

2. I feel that where I need to improve the most is...

3. How can the athletic director more effectively support you? 

4. What changes or improvements (if any) would you suggest to enhance the experience for future athletes in your program?

5. No Question (Just type N/A)

6. What is your favorite part about being a Coopersville Bronco?

7. Optional (Type N/A if you do not want to respond): What actions or behaviors from you as the coach inspire enthusiasm within the team?

8. Optional (Type N/A if you do not want to respond): How do you encourage your players to practice self-discipline and manage their emotions during high-pressure situations?

9. Optional (Type N/A if you do not want to respond): How do you promote a culture of continuous observation and learning from both successes and mistakes?

10. Optional (Type N/A if you do not want to respond): How do you prepare your athletes for handling pressure or challenging situations? 

1. Each week I was fully informed on what was happening with the team.

2. When changes to our schedule occur, coach communicates clearly, effectively, and in a timely manner.

3. In my observations (emails, handouts, my child’s experiences) coach made sure that character development was a prominent part of my child’s athletic experience. 

4. Our coach started and ended practice on time. 

5. What did your coach seem to value most throughout this season?

6. In what way has your child’s experience this season helped them prepare for life after high school?

7. I want coach to know that he/she is doing a great job with…

8. How satisfied are you with your overall experience for your student-athlete? 

9. Do you have any positive suggestions for improving the 6-12 athletic program in this sport?