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Athlete Proposal and Coach Decision

A suggestion needs a hearing and a responsible decision.

Fifteen minutes for one practical decisionFree · Two-page fillable PDF

Companion to When an Athlete Suggests a Drill, Review the Idea Before Saying Yes.

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Hypothetical example: a player suggests a group marker arrangement, and the coach reviews its fit before approving only that organization change.

01Hear the learning idea behind the suggestion

Record the athlete’s actual suggestion and learning purpose.

02Check the idea against the session’s purpose

Compare the idea with the current session goal.

03Keep review and permission with the responsible coach

Identify the responsible review and missing checks.

04Give a decision the athlete can understand

Give and record the actual decision.

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