Goal: Equip coaches with a framework and practical tools for selecting, training, and supporting team captains.

3 Pillars-

1. Communication and Conflict Resolution
   a. Captain is the bridge between coaches and players
   b. Role play a disgruntled player
2. Leadership and Respect
   a. What does, “Holding a teammate accountable” actually look like for a captain?”
   1. On-Field
   2. Off-Field
   3. Accountability must be done with respect
3. Confidence and Composure- Confidence is contagious. Composure can be taught.
4. Captain Covenant- Defines the role of the Captain for your Team
   1. Expectations
   2. Your responsibility as a coach
   3. How do we measure success? (Beyond the Scoreboard)
5. Selection and Training
   A. What is the selection process that you have at your school?
   1. Nomination- Nominate based on Core Values by peers
   2. Application- What does, “Respect” mean to you?
   3. Interview- Coach meets with applicants.
   4. Training- Meet with captain on a regular basis to discuss different scenarios which happen throughout the year.

Captains help create the culture which you establish as coaches. You need someone who can focus on the big picture and take care of the little problems, so you as a coach don’t have to take care of it.

Summary:
Captains’ Job Description
Selection Process
Train them; Don’t just name them
Weekly Check-Ins