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Originally Posted by motorcrosser
Why would a professional, millionaire player need a coach to tell him to shoot the puck a bit quicker? Is there no accountability to the player to improve things himself?
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Part of coaching is noticing trends and helping players make adjustments. Another part is building confidence and helping players find ways to excel. Whether that be through visualization or individual video sessions or individual training sessions, that is the job of the coach. Sometimes players games get a little bit off and they need a tweak. Monahan may not be aware he is double clutching, just like a golfer may not be aware they have developed an inside takeaway or flat finish to their swings.
Changes happen gradually and become unnoticeable to the athlete, which is why video review and skills check-ins become so valuable to coaches and players alike. I don't know how many times a film session helped my fielding and batting, and then later in another career my golf game. Coaches recognized these minor things and helped untrack a bad habit. Good coaches make players better all the time by helping them maintain their game and skillset. Bad coaches just get in your ear and blame and tell you to work harder. I've had both and I know who made me a better player at all levels. Many times the athlete doesn't know what is off and needs a second set of eyes. That is where the coach is invaluable to the player and the team. I don't believe that type of coach exists on our staff or has the influence they should.