Why did you choose to become a coach?

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Each coach has their own reason for doing what they do, it could be because an amazing coach you had or even a horrible one. What ever reason got you to being a coach, be ready to share it. It is very common to be asked during an interview what made you want to become a coach, many times the answer is the help the players, which is 100% okay, but if you can bring a story about why you started it will be much more personal.

Coaches have many reasons that started their careers, but the players continue to keep coaches going.

"My freshman year I joined volleyball for the first time, I was so nervous and very clumsy. I was still growing into myself while trying to learn this new sport. A few weeks into the season I saw the other players improving while I felt like I was still on week one. The assistant coach saw that I was struggling and sat me down, I expressed my concerns and she explained to me that part of the problem may be that I was too focused on other players. She helped me learn how to focus on my improvement, which really helped me. She took the time to help each player individually and really cared about us. It was the first time I had a coach so individual focused and made me realize one day I wanted to make a positive change in players just like she had."

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"I love to be around people that share the same love for the game as I do. I love seeing my players developing and scoring goals and watching them finally master a skill that they thought they weren't able to do. It's been a dream of mine and a positive addiction."

Rachelle's Feedback

This answer is a good start! Do you have a story that you can share, on a more personal note, of what triggered your desire to be a mentor and coach? Perhaps you could also discuss your own sports background as a player.

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"I became a basketball coach as a way to give back to the community. I wanted to help young athletes gain confidence, build character, and I wanted to teach them life lessons that prepared them for the next level in life."

Rachelle's Feedback

Great motivations! The interviewer should appreciate getting to know you on a deeper level. When it comes to giving back to your community and helping young athletes gain confidence - was there a particular event or situation that initially triggered your desire?