Dfas Reflection

DCAS Reflection During my time doing the 8th grade project, I experienced many new things and learned what it is to be a good mentor and soccer coach. I had several training sessions with young girls from the ages of 7-10 years old. My ultimate goal was to help them develop a deep love for the game, and inspire them to work on their own and become better. I wanted to show the girls I trained that through hard work and dedication, it is possible to become extraordinary at anything. By coaching these kids, I feel as though I am sparking an interest in a sport they could truly enjoy. Soccer is a wonderful game that should be experienced by everyone. Anything I can do to pass my love of it onto to someone else is truly a great thing for my community, …show more content…
Since the kids I was training were in fact so young, it was hard to keep their attention and teach them new things. I found myself having to demonstrate and repeat many drills over and over. Things I viewed as simple and easy were complex and extremely tough for the kids. I had to teach myself to stand back and remember what it was like for me when I was their age. Exercising patience became essential every training session. By doing this I was able to connect with them and teach them more effectively. The most important lesson I learned from coaching young ages was to understand who I was working with to be the best coach I could …show more content…
Bella, the ten year old I coached, told me she incorporated the many skills I had taught her into her own games and practices. Hearing this assured me that I have become and influence in her soccer life, and my goals going into these sessions were fulfilled. I only wanted to inspire those I trained to develop their self on their own. By her telling me this, I knew that I had “lit a fire” in her to become better and better. I aspire to continue doing this so I can keep spreading the love I have for