2026 HKMS Girls Soccer Head Coach

QUALITIES THAT A COACH SHOULD POSSESS
TO BE SUCCESSFUL AT H-K:
(also refer to CT Coaching Competencies)

1. Good communication skills
2. Fairness/objectivity
3. Desire to see athletes succeed while still having fun
4. Knowledge of the sport
5. Knowledge of league rules
6. Knowledge of state rules and regulations
7. Be responsible
8. Be a teacher of the game
9. Not infringe on other coaches
10. Have a fun/positive environment
11. Be consistent, realistic and upfront with team expectations
12. Appropriate practice skills
13. Working in the community to build the program
14. Patience
15. Hard working, attention to detail
16. Adult role model
17. Be effective in motivating, guiding and understanding athletes
18. Be able to relate to other coaches in your sport (communicate with families and staff)
19. Be able to coach with your heart and your head
20. Understand your athletes
21. Ability to work with athletes of all skill levels