The Positive Coaching Alliance defines culture as, "the way we do things here." If the coach isn't intentional in setting the culture, one will be set for the team and that's a gamble.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Winning Youth Coaching podcast is a great way to grasp many concepts and gain some amazing insight into the way successful youth, high school and college coaches conduct business. 

 

Specifically, episodes 105 - 112 which are all dedicated to developing team culture. Find them here. 

 

Former Ohio State football head coach Urban

Meyer lists three keys on how to build a winning

culture.

1. Hire great coaches that care about players

2. Teach great players that care about improving

3. Have them develop trust between each other