Proposals
Besides dealing with the above mentioned
communicational problems, coaches can
improve themselves in communicating with
the athletes the same way they can improve
themselves regarding their technical skills.
Seven ways to improve basketball coaches'
communication skills are mentioned below:
(1) Improve reliability and trustworthiness. The
reliability of the coach is the most
important factor for successful
communication. Thus, the coach should
be cooperative, reliable, fair, credible,
friendly and open to ideas and people.
(2) Project a positive attitude. The basketball
coach should always project a positive
attitude in any contact with athletes,
assistants, officials, opponents, media and
fans. A coach should not be afraid of
accepting mistakes, and should appraise
and reward athletes' performance.