2020-21 COACHING APPLICATION FORM.  

WE ARE NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2020-21 SEASON FOR ALL LEVELS OF BASKETBALL.  THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE REVIEWED BY THE EXECUTIVE.  THE EXECUTIVE IF NECESSARY, WILL CONDUCT INTERVIEWS WITH CANDIDATES TO HELP CHOSE THE APPROPRIATE CANDIDATE FOR EACH TEAM.


EXPECTATIONS

Coaching any sport can be an extremely rewarding experience but it also can be one of the most challenging. It is important that all Viper coaches understand the expectations and commitments placed on them when they apply and agree to coach one of our teams.

The following expectations are to educate what is expected of all coaches within our organization.

The expectations listed below are all guided by the underlying principle that coaches are to ensure to the best of their ability that all players on their team have a positive experience.

ALL COACHES

Not all coaching positions have the same expectations but there are a standard set of expectations for all coaches within the Club. These are as follows:
- Every coach should develop a coaching philosophy and promote team playing.
- Have curriculum in place to teach the game of basketball.
- A good coach should have the ability to know when to make the right age decision and plans for his/her team
- Coaches should make sure his/her team has the appropriate safe environment where they practice and play.
- A good coach must inspire and motivate his/her team when needed.
- Make sure legal, moral and ethical standards are in place.
- A good coach should be a good communicator and does not lose his/her temper easily.
- A good coach must be reliable and responsible.
- A good basketball coach should know the rules of the game of basketball and follow them.
- A good coach should be adaptable, flexible and modify the basketball game to fit the appropriate age he/she
coaches.
- Should not discriminate, prejudice, nor allow such behaviors on court.
- A good coach should bear in mind the role they play in our communities and as such should be trustworthy
and honest with his/her athletes.
- A good coach should respect himself/herself , his/her  players, his/her organization, his/her staff, and the community.
- A good coach should have knowledge of first aid, health laws, and the use of safety equipment.
- A good coach must acknowledge any form of injury of any athlete and carry out the appropriate care and
procedures for the athlete.
- Ensure a positive and safe environment for all athletes.
- Demonstrate honesty, integrity and sportsmanship at all times.
- A coach is a leader, role model and a representative of the Halifax Vipers. The actions of a coach in how they behave, how they communicate and how they treat others must be done with the highest levels of respect and dignity towards all. It is important for all coaches to understand that a coach can be one of the most influential role models in a player’s life. So it is vital that all coaches project a positive role model for all players.
- Learn, understand and abide by the rules/regulations of the Halifax Vipers and the Metro Basketball Association (MBANS). It is not sufficient to say “I didn’t know” or use speculation on the way it should be done. If you do not know, then look it up or ask.
- Foster positive relationships with players, parents, other club coaches, officials, league convener and opponents.
- It is the responsibility of the coach to ensure that they have the appropriate certification to coach at their particular age group and level.
- Work with other coaches/members of the Halifax Vipers to implement the vision of the club