PCA PCA Double-Goal Coaching Model

Question 1

What are the two goals of the PCA Double-Goal Coach?

Accepted Answer

Win AND use sport to teach life lessons

Answer

The Double-Goal Coach pursues both winning and using sport as a vehicle for teaching positive life lessons.

Question 2

According to PCA, which goal is considered MORE important in the Double-Goal model?

Accepted Answer

Using sport to teach life lessons

Answer

PCA considers using sport to teach life lessons the more important of the two goals in the Double-Goal model.

Question 3

The PCA Double-Goal Coach concept was developed in response to what widespread problem in youth sports?

Accepted Answer

Overemphasis on winning at the expense of development

Answer

PCA developed the Double-Goal model to counter the win-at-all-costs culture that undermines positive youth sport experiences.

Question 4

Which PCA concept describes redefining what it means to be a 'winner' in youth sports?

Accepted Answer

Redefining Success

Answer

PCA's 'Redefining Success' concept shifts focus from scoreboard wins to mastery, effort, and learning.

Question 5

In the Double-Goal model, what does PCA call an athlete who competes to WIN and uses sport to learn life lessons?

Accepted Answer

Triple Impact Competitor

Answer

PCA calls this type of athlete a Triple Impact Competitor because they impact themselves, teammates, and the game.

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