Career: 8 Guidlines for the High School Assistant Coach So you dream of becoming the head coach someday? Well, there are a few things you need to know and do that will help you earn that dream job you’ve been looking for. Anyone who wants to be a successful assistant coach and eventually a successful head coach must have certain qualities that set them apart from the other coaches in the game. Here are the eight qualities an individual must have before taking the next step: 1) Loyalty - This does not make you a “yes” man. “Yes” men are worthless and do not make the head coach better. You need to have an opinion and express it, just make sure to do it in the right context. You cannot start questioning the head coach in front of the players. You cannot be seen as a problem. Remember, good coaches are costly, but bad coaches cost much more. 2) Balance - An assistant coach must
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