Episode 186 Teaching Players Accountability

18/05/2025 6 min

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In this episode, Coach Sam Farrar discusses the critical role of accountability in coaching and how it can be instilled in athletes. He emphasizes the importance of creating a player-led culture where athletes take ownership of their actions and standards. Practical tools and strategies for fostering accountability, such as self-evaluation and team agreements, are also explored.takeawaysEncouraging accountability is essential for athlete development.Define clear goals for accountability within the team.Model accountability as a coach to set an example.Create a player-led culture for better team dynamics.Praise athletes when they take responsibility for their actions.Use film analysis to teach players about ownership.Implement practical tools like effort charts for accountability.Encourage self-evaluation among players after practices and games.Establish team standards collaboratively with players.Mentorship programs can enhance accountability among athletes.Welcome to Underdog Hoops! Our channel is your go-to destination for basketball development and coaching, offering you that underdog edge to elevate your game, whether you're a player or a coach. Unlock the full potential of your basketball journey with Underdog Hoops University. Gain access to my coaching materials for a 14 day free trial & $14.99 a month or $119.99 a year . Visit www.underdoghoops.com/join-university to get started today! Explore our trusted affiliates: Hoops Geek Play Creator: https://app.thehoopsgeek.com/?ref=underdoghoops Practice Planner Live: https://www.practiceplannerlive.com/backoffice?referralCode=underdoghoops SeasonCast Live Streaming: Get 10% off using our link https://seasoncast.com/broadcaster/referral?referral_id=underdoghoops Connect with us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Underdoghoops Instagram: http://instagram.com/underdoghoops Subscribe for $0.99 Threads: https://www.threads.net/@underdoghoops TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@underdoghoops X: https://x.com/UnderdogH Join us every Sunday at 8 am PST for our insightful podcast episodes: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/vdH5gjF8Cyb Don't miss out on our weekly content releases: Tune in every Wednesday at 8 am PST for our latest YouTube videos: https://www.youtube.com/@underdoghoopsStay updated with our blog posts dropping every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday at 8 am PST. www.underdoghoops.com/blog Sign up for our newsletter to receive exclusive updates and content: https://bit.ly/underdoghoopsnewsletter Looking for more resources? Check out our Season Stat Book and Season Practice Planner for effective planning and progress tracking. https://underdoghoops.com/shop