CIC CFC Communication & Leadership Skills 3

Question 1

A team captain is undermining the coach's authority by encouraging teammates to ignore drills. The coach should:

Accepted Answer

Meet privately with the captain to address the behavior and its consequences

Answer

A private meeting addresses the issue directly while preserving the captain's dignity and giving them a chance to correct course.

Question 2

The 'sandwich method' of feedback involves:

Accepted Answer

Starting with a positive, addressing the concern, then ending with encouragement

Answer

The sandwich method frames constructive criticism between positive statements to maintain motivation while communicating areas for improvement.

Question 3

Which communication barrier is most likely when a coach uses too much technical jargon with a new, inexperienced athlete?

Accepted Answer

Language/semantic barrier

Answer

Jargon creates a semantic barrier when the receiver lacks the background to decode the terminology.

Question 4

A transformational leader in coaching is best characterized by:

Accepted Answer

Inspiring athletes through vision, motivation, and personal development

Answer

Transformational leaders motivate beyond extrinsic rewards by connecting athletes to a broader vision and fostering growth.

Question 5

Before a championship game, several athletes appear anxious. The most effective communication approach is:

Accepted Answer

Use calm, positive, and specific pre-performance cues to build confidence

Answer

Calm, specific, positive communication helps regulate anxiety and directs athlete focus to controllable performance cues.

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