Struggling to stay calm in pressure moments? Here's how to coach through the chaos and stay composed in tight games! Learn more strategies → http://coachfreetraining.com
Coaches, have you ever walked away from a game thinking, “I did not show up as the coach I wanted to be”? You’re not alone! It’s tough to stay composed when the game feels out of control. In this video, I’ll share how to coach under pressure without losing your cool. From keeping your presence calm to leading an effective timeout strategy, I’ve got you covered!
In this session, you’ll learn:
✔️ How to stay emotionally regulated as a coach
✔️ The importance of your presence and energy for the team
✔️ My step-by-step timeout strategy to reset your team
✔️ How to build a shared language with your team using the snapback routine
👋 Hi, I’m Coach Bre — a mental performance coach for girl athletes, Co-Founder of The Elite Competitor, and a longtime head volleyball coach and 4-time state champion. And I’ve made all the mistakes: calling timeouts I didn’t have, saying things I regret, freezing when my team needed clarity. This video is about how I stay in control when the game isn’t—so my athletes can, too.
🕓 Key Moments
00:00 Introduction: How to Respond When You're Not the Coach You Want to Be
02:24 Staying in Control: Managing Yourself When the Game Gets Chaotic
06:16 Setting the Tone: Why Your Presence Shapes Team Performance
12:30 Owning Mistakes: Repairing Trust with Vulnerability
17:12 Timeout Tip: The Snapback Routine
21:02 Conclusion: Coaching with Intentionality—Even Under Pressure
🎯 Coaching through pressure is more than just reacting—it’s about leading with composure and giving your athletes the tools to manage stress. If you want to learn how to lead your team with confidence, this video is a must-watch.
💬 Coaches – comment below: What’s one moment when you’ve had to coach through pressure and how did you stay composed?
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