Sponsored Content PCA’s vision is to build a world where every child benefits from a positive youth sports experience with a coach who inspires them to become the best version of themselves in the game and in life. PCA trains coaches and partners with youth sports organizations, parents, sports leaders, and communities to make youth sports more positive, equitable, and accessible to all kids regardless of social or economic circumstances. Read Positive Coaching Alliance stories Create Awards To Reward Effort by Guest Post Positive Coaching Alliance December 22, 2023 | 1 minute, 48 seconds read Check out more Positive Coaching Alliance video content on the Positive Coaching Alliance SportsEngine Play Channel Whatever the title of the award, it should be specific to something that the individual has done, is doing, has learned, or demonstrated. The items we recognize will be things that grow, your team or group will come to understand they are desired and encouraged character traits, and they will grow and strive to meet those expectations. The individual will also believe in themselves as a learner, listener, encourager, etc as they are recognized for those character and skill traits.Here Are Some Examples:Best EncouragerBest “event of the season” (outfield catch, slide to home base, header goal, etc.)Most improved (be specific about growth area)Most team spiritBest listenerMost engagedMost inquisitive learnerBest teammateMost cooperativeMost helpful (be specific as to what the person did)Best instructorMost positive attitudeSuccess seekerMost disciplined skill developmentMost energetic • BoldnessMost willing to learnHas most game wisdomGives most complimentsMost committed to practiceBest sense of humorMost responsible (be specific with what) Read the Full Article at Positive Coaching Alliance About Positive Coaching Alliance PCA’s vision is to build a world where every child benefits from a positive youth sports experience with a coach who inspires them to become the best version of themselves in the game and in life. PCA trains coaches and partners with youth sports organizations, parents, sports leaders, and communities to make youth sports more positive, equitable, and accessible to all kids regardless of social or economic circumstances. For more information, go to positivecoach.org > tags in this article Coach Issues & Advice Positive Coaching Alliance