Analysis of NGB Roles, Coaching Principles & UEFA Qualification Levels

This report provides a comprehensive overview of sports management, focusing on the crucial roles of National Governing Bodies (NGBs) in managing sports, including formulating regulations, overseeing competitions, and managing finances. It delves into coaching principles, emphasizing the importance of person-centered, empowering, and organized approaches, as well as the integration of scientific knowledge in training. The report also analyzes the different levels of coaching qualifications offered by the UEFA pyramid, highlighting the skills and knowledge acquired at each level. Furthermore, it discusses the responsibilities of NGBs in areas such as education, athlete transition, representation, equality, safeguarding, mental welfare, and safety. The report concludes by emphasizing the importance of effective coaching and the integration of advanced technology in sports to achieve sporting objectives and goals.

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Sports federations have a duty to manage sports in any given country. In the UK,
federations such as The Football Association, UK Athletics, The British Volleyball Federation
and The Lawn Tennis Association are some of the governing bodies. Apart from formulating the
regulations, completions, and coaching, NGBs decide on the expenditure accrued from
televisions rights, funding from the government, lottery grants, and membership fees. As a result,
NGBs are very crucial social organizations since they act as the guardians of tradition,
determining the players of sports and the sporting conditions. Coaching is a field that entails art
and science. Therefore, it is important for coaches to have knowledge of science related fields
while training players. Coaching programs are essential in the growth of coaching skills, training
of players and enhance sporting activity. There are five different levels of qualification that are
required for the running of sport activities. This paper explains the role of NGBs, the coaching
principles and the relationship between the different coaching roles and the different levels of
coaching qualifications offered by UEFA pyramid.
Analysis of Different Levels of Coaching
The first level of (Level 1) provides an introductory part to coaching. In this stage, the
coach is trained and gains knowledge about how best to develop players. This level allows the
coach to train children below 7 years of age. Level 1 coaching course provides the coach with
understandings about how the game is played both in theory and practical side. The coach also
gains insights on how to plan, deliver and review training of different individuals. Level 1
coaches have the ability to develop training sessions that are secure and enjoyable via connected
practices.

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Level 2 coaching focusses on the main parts of coaching that is aimed at assisting
coaches in molding their individual values of coaching. The main points focused on are the
methods of coaching, methods of playing, and the methods of supporting upcoming players.
People who are allowed to register for this course are above 16 years. For one to enroll for this
course, one must have passed Level 1 of the course. In this level, emphasis is put on the
importance of the trainee to appreciate oneself and their surroundings, the athletes and the sport
itself. Coaches are also taught methods of skill enhancement and promote diversity among
players. This level of coaching highlights key career milestones when one takes coaching as a
job. Emphasis is also put on the decision making processes that a coach is likely to face in future
in development of a player.
The third level of coaching (Level 3) emphasizes on the growth of skills in coaching and
counselling individual players to constitute the best teams. This course is mostly meant for those
who manage first lines and supervisors. Coaches will knowledge of the various skills involved in
coaching methods and how they can mentor players. At this level, coaches are also taught the
importance of team work and appreciation of different values and cultures.
The fourth level of coaching focusses on development of coach’s creativity and enhance
critical thinking. This stage of coaching is also aimed at producing coaches who are organized
and have design, learning and evaluation skills. The fifth level provides coaches with managing
and counselling skills to help them reach their goals in sporting.

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The Role of NGBs
Provision of Education
Sports is a career option and hence should be taken seriously just like the white-collar jobs.
Therefore, the authorities offer learning services to participants to equip them with the necessary
knowledge and skills for them to succeed in the sporting world. Learning institutions have been
developed all over the world to mold and shape the talents of the young players.
Transition
It’s usually difficult for elite sportspersons to remain at the top of the game always. Young
and vibrant athletes are always coming up every now and then hence outshining the old chaps
(Houlihan, 2014). Therefore, the retiring athletes ought to be supported as they transition
throughout their career path.
Representation of athletes’ voice
The NGBs are very keen on the views expressed by the players, the coaches, and any other
related personnel. This is because they need their opinions when coming up with the critical rules
that will affect them directly in their day to day life. Failure to involve these agencies will lead to
the collapse of the sports industry since they are the main stakeholders.
Equality
It’s the role of NGBs to ensure that there is no discrimination whatsoever in sports regardless
of an individual’s race, physical abilities, gender, color or sexuality. All participants are treated
equally and accorded the same respect and support from the organization. Safeguarding -

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ensuring the protection of young people and adults across the sport. Anyone practicing any kind
of bias is punishable before the law stipulated by the sport governing organization.
Mental Welfare
In the course of sports, some players are injured and may suffer from mental illness. The
NGBs ensure that those affected are fully supported and treated. They cater for the medical bills
and ensure that the sick are given the best services for quick-recovery.
Safety
The NGBs put up safety measures to ensure that the athletes are safe. Those who suffer
minor or acute injuries are well-taken care off to ensure that they don’t succumb to the injuries.
Ambulances and first-aid kits are always at bay to respond to any injury during sports.
Coaching Principles
Coaching is a people-oriented process and concerns understanding and linking up with
players to ensure that they achieve their goals and objectives in sporting (Hums, and Lean 2017,
p.210). The following are some of the crucial principles that make up best coaches:
Person-centered
Coaches should work hand in hand with their players to ensure that they hit their jackpot.
Involving the team players in their decision making will motivate the players and give them a
sense of belonging. As a result, better decisions would be put forward results in the success of
the team. Exclusion of some members will lead to conflicts and collapse of the team.

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Empowering
A good coach teaches while the greatest coach inspires. Therefore, coaches are expected
to encourage their athletes in order to boost their morale.
Organized
Coaches should always be prepared when training athletes. The entire session should be
planned early in advance and everything should be put in place. Poor organization is always a
clear indication of incompetence and should not be tolerated in any sport.
Positive
Great coaching involves a high level of optimism. Positive coaches spread the spirit of
confidence, cheerfulness, and brevity to their athletes. Whenever the players succeed, they
should be praised and awarded accordingly to rejuvenate their spirits. In cases of failure, they
should be motivated and trained on how to perform better in the second round. Negativity always
results to failure and should be shunned by each and every coach desiring the success of his or
her players.
Learning
Coaches should be the top at their game. They should be professional and offer lessons
and skills to their students. Players have room to make mistakes and correct them.
Engaging
Coaches are required to listen to their players and consider their opinions when training
them. No one has a monopoly of knowledge and hence it’s ethical to consider other people’s
decisions.

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Coaching Process
Various scientific materials should be integrated in order for the athletes to perform
better. The scientific information that should be considered includes psychology, medicine,
biomechanics, nutrition, and psychology. There are also other scientific methods used to gauge
and analyze the progress of the player.
Planning
This involves advancing of short and long-term schedules to aid the athletes to attain their
targets. Coaches should formulate these strategies with the help of the participants and other
related personnel. A good plan should be specific, measurable, attainable, reliable and time-
bound.
Implementation
This is the practice of putting the plan into action. The formulated strategies are applied in
the field to make sure that they are practical and viable.
Evaluation
The laid down plans should always be altered or squashed if they don’t benefit the
players. After all, they will be of no essence if they don’t deliver better results.
Conclusion
Coaches are expected to do their level best to impact the required skills and information
to the players. Through the different levels of training coaches, player empowerment and

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development, sporting objectives and goals are realized. The five levels of coaching course have
shaped the sporting field by offering guidelines on the training of coaches and players. From the
roles of the various federations, it is clear that the coaching course provided is essential in the
development of the coaching career. Advanced technology should also be incorporated in sports
to making sporting activities efficient and effective in every manner.

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