Coaching Weekly Brief: May 6–12, 2025
The coaching industry in the United States saw a dynamic week with developments across various sectors. From initiatives to empower female leaders in sports coaching to the Department of Defense promoting leadership coaching and mindfulness, the focus remained on growth and development. The business and executive coaching sectors highlighted trends in AI integration and the importance of emotional intelligence, while the life coaching sector faced new regulatory scrutiny in Utah. Here’s a look at the key news items:
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USA Field Hockey Focuses on Coach Empowerment and Development USA Field Hockey finalized the schedule for their pre-summit Empowerment Coaching Session, aimed at empowering female leaders and supporters in high-performance environments. The session on May 21st will cover emotional intelligence in team culture, science-based training for female athletes, and strategies for hormonal health and sustainable coaching leadership. This initiative underscores the growing emphasis on holistic well-being and specialized knowledge within sports coaching.
Published: May 6, 2025
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Buccaneers Announce Finalists for National Coaching Academy The Tampa Bay Buccaneers revealed the 25 finalists for their 2025 National Coaching Academy, selected from nearly 1,000 applicants. This program, running from May 5th to 11th, aims to create pathways for coaches to enter the NFL. Finalists participated in team meetings, on-field sessions with rookies, and masterclasses led by Super Bowl-winning coaches and Hall of Famers, providing unique access and development opportunities.
Published: May 8, 2025
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USA Basketball Names 2025 Women’s Junior National Team Coaching Staffs USA Basketball announced the coaching staffs for the 2025 Women’s Junior National Teams. Teri Moren (Indiana University) will lead the U19 team, and Steve Gomez (Lubbock Christian University) will head the U16 team. The selected coaches bring extensive experience and past involvement with USA Basketball, highlighting the commitment to developing young talent for international competitions.
Published: May 9, 2025
2025 USA Basketball Women’s Junior National Team Coaching Staffs Announced - USA Basketball -
Department of Defense Promotes Leadership Coaching with “Mindful Brew” Campaign The Department of Defense announced its DoD Coaching Campaign Week, from May 12th to 16th, 2025, themed “Coffee with a DoD Leadership Coach: A Mindful Brew”. This initiative emphasizes the power of coaching in inspiring growth and creating lasting impact within the DoD. The campaign encourages mindful conversations and offers resources for individuals to participate in or host coaching sessions.
Published: May 12, 2025
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Atlanta United FC Coaches Address Media on Team Improvement Jay Fortune of Atlanta United FC met with the media on May 6th, 2025, following training. Later in the week, on May 12th, 2025, head coach Ronny Deila also addressed the media to discuss the team’s progress and strategies ahead of their match against Austin FC. These media engagements highlight the ongoing communication and strategic planning involved in professional soccer coaching.
Published: May 6, 2025
Jay Fortune meets with the media after training | Tuesday, May 6, 2025 | Atlanta United FC
Tools & Tips
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Fun Fact
Did you know? Coaching isn’t a new concept; its roots can be traced back to ancient times. For instance, Socrates employed a method of questioning to stimulate critical thinking, a technique that resembles modern coaching approaches.
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