Here is a great article / resource I recently came across from Positive Coaching Alliance. PCA does great work. If you're not aware of them, be sure to check them out.

I could have greatly utilized these 3 principles when I first started coaching. Still important now, but somewhat learned over time, I guess.

There are 3 principles. I would have attempted #2 personally. After reading the entire article, what do you think?

Disruptive Kids: Some of your players have short attention spans and frequently disrupt team conversations and drills. Most players pay attention and do what you ask but seem as frustrated as you. As a Double-Goal Coach®, what can you do?

Every coach at every level has players who misbehave, goof off, or lack focus during practice. Here are three basic principles for shaping the behavior of your players.

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2.) Ignore undesired behavior. Vic didn’t come when you called, so ignore him. Until he does what you want, Vic doesn’t exist. When Vic realizes he can’t get your attention by misbehaving, he’ll likely try to get it by complying. When he does, reward him: “Vic, thanks for doing what I asked!” This tends to work like magic, but not always, so read on.

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