Apr 16, 2024  
OHIO University Graduate Catalog 2019-20 
    
OHIO University Graduate Catalog 2019-20 [Archived Catalog]

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COED 6220 - Concepts of Soccer Player Development


Examines developmentally appropriate practices for coaches when working with children ages 12 and under. Growth and development issues, physical and psychomotor characteristics, motor development, cognitive learning and psycho-social issues will be identified and programs to meet the principles of coaching youth soccer will be developed.

Requisites:
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 seminar
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • Students will create practice environments where all players will have opportunities to make decisions on a variety of tactical challenges.
  • Students will define and demonstrate an athlete-centered approach when teaching/coaching young soccer players.
  • Students will demonstrate understanding of effective youth coaching through the development of a safe and appropriate training space.
  • Students will describe and demonstrate effective teaching/coaching styles designed for soccer players under age 12.
  • Students will develop and understanding of Long Term Player Development (LTPD) as it relates to players under age 12.
  • Students will develop and utilize and effective youth soccer, theme-based practice plans that reflect how the game is played by young players.
  • Students will explain the role of competition in player development.



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