A proven system to become a college basketball coach
The popularity of college basketball has increased interest in coaching outside of college. Competition for these jobs is intense due to the small number of openings. With only 320 Division I schools in NCAA basketball, only those coaches with a proven game plan stand a chance. These assistant coach positions are as coveted as any in the sports world. Many young coaches watch college action and dream of one day wandering the bench and coaching against UCLA, Indiana or North Carolina. By following a proven system, any motivated trainer can get involved in jobs they never dreamed possible. “How is that possible?” you say. Read on and you will discover a system that can make your dreams come true.
The most frequent question I get is, “How do I become a college coach?” In this article, I will present a framework for coaches who dream of entering the world of NCAA college basketball. The system I will develop is a unique and proven approach to joining one of the most elite groups in all of sport. Any trainer who learns this system and applies relentless amounts of energy will be successful. Fortunately, you too can become a college basketball coach.
This system is based on my participation in the careers of over 100 coaches who have reached college coaching positions. Each of these coaches started with a dream. His dream became a purposeful goal. Their goal was strengthened with action steps and a full commitment to my proven system. This system hasn’t worked for everyone, but it became the path to the dream of college coaching for over 100 coaches. As this group of coaches progress to bigger and better head and assistant coaching positions, the success of this system is validated. Regardless of age or experience, all trainers can use this system to their advantage.
This is an introductory look at becoming a college coach. In later articles I will delve into each of the factors that make up my system. These 5 components will provide a “big picture” for pursuing your life coaching dream.
1. Make a full commitment to becoming a college basketball coach.
Without commitment, achieving your goal is just a dream.
2. Get a mentor who can guide you through the system.
Learn from others who have become college coaches.
3. Understand and work the system.
This will be made available to you through me and my website.
4. Slowly stay focused on your goal.
Keep your eyes on the goal, persevere over time and learn to properly handle rejection.
5. Sleep—Plan—Work–Work–Work.