by JamieWe Asked What Coaches Want. Their Answers Were Clear.
Over recent weeks, we asked coaches across grassroots, academy and professional football a simple question:
“What do you actually want from coach development?”
The answers were remarkably consistent.
While environments varied, one message appeared again and again.
Coaches don’t necessarily want more content.
They want more support.
Coaches Want Development That Continues
Many coaches described feeling unsupported after qualifications and unsure what comes next.
One response said:
“I don’t need more content, I need practical support that helps me coach better.”
Others highlighted wanting more mentoring, reflection and practical application.
Coaches Want Mentoring And Feedback
Several coaches told us learning feels more meaningful when there is discussion, accountability and real-world application.
One coach shared:
“Learning without feedback rarely creates growth.”
Coaches Want Community
Repeatedly, coaches spoke about wanting places to connect, discuss and learn from others.
Coach development should not feel isolated.
So What Happens Next?
Those insights are already helping shape the future direction of MiMentor.
Coming soon: MiMentor EXPLORE.
A coach development environment built around:
➠ Learning
➠ Community
➠ Reflection
➠ Practical support
➠ Mentor insight
Watch this space or get ahead of the rest and get started at app.mimentorportal.com
MiMentor not only supports individual coaches in their learning and development journey, but we also work with clubs, leagues and associations to help them educate and engage with their coaches and other staff.
If you’d like to find out how you can join the likes of Arsenal, Aston Villa, Surf Nation, The DPL, The Association of Sporting Directors, and many more enriching their communities with the help of MiMentor, click here…