Football Quote by Ray Power
““[I had a very surreal experience with a coach ‘justifying’ his methods. He set up a shooting practice for under-12s that contained a long queue of players, something in itself that is thoroughly frowned upon. When challenged, the coach insisted that his aim was to “identify technique in each individual player and work to rectify it”. The first shot taken went high and wide and the coach told him to “go fetch his own s**t”. That was not the technical detail I was expecting!]””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast on Coaching Practices, 2023
A coach claimed to improve each player by identifying and correcting technique, yet responded harshly when a mistake occurred.
In simple terms: Coach’s method was claimed to be individualized but was punitive.
Key Takeaway
Seek constructive feedback rather than blame.
Themes
coaching
communication
feedback
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
motivational
cautionary
When to use this quote
- sports training
- youth development
- team management
Key Concepts
individualized training
coach-player dynamics
performance pressure
Questions to Reflect On
- What constructive alternatives could replace shaming?
- How does punitive feedback affect long‑term learning?
A Different Perspective
Harsh criticism can damage confidence.
