Cecile Reynaud She Can Coach!

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Sport needs more female coaches. What better way to develop women who are enthusiastic, prepared, and professional in filling those important roles than to learn from female coaching legends?She Can Coach! is both an invaluable guide for current female coaches and a recruiting tool for the next generation of female mentors. Unlike any book before it, this collection speaks directly on the topics that determine success in coaching by using the words and experiences of 20 of the most successful female coaches in 13 different sports:Beth Anders, Old Dominion University, field hockeyTerry Crawford, Cal Poly University, track and field/cross countryDiane Davey, Plano (Texas) High School, soccerLele Forood, Stanford University, tennisNell Fortner, Indiana Fever (former coach), WNBADorothy Gaters, Marshall High School (Chicago), basketball and cross countryJoAnne Graf, Florida State University, softballJan Harville, University of Washington (former coach), rowingKim Kincer, Methodist College (former coach), golfMarcia McDermott, Carolina Courage (former coach), WUSASarah Patterson, University of Alabama, gymnasticsMary Jo Peppler, Coast Volleyball Club, volleyballSharon Pfluger, College of New Jersey, lacrosse and field hockeyJoan Powell, Coronado (Colorado) High School, volleyballLorene Ramsey, Illinois Central College (former coach), basketballAmy Ruley, North Dakota State University, basketballJill Sterkel, University of Texas, swimmingPat Summitt, University of Tennessee, basketballMary Wise, University of Florida, volleyballMargie Wright, Fresno State University, softballEach chapter addresses a key factor in guiding athletes and teams to the top and keeping a program at the championship level. From establishing a professional and personal foundation to developing team management and organizational skills, She Can Coach! covers every essential component necessary for success as a coach.Leading an athlete or team in any sport at any level can be a rewarding role. Apply the wisdom and lessons from these accomplished women to be a better coach, today and tomorrow.