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Quicksticks Leadership CourseIntroduction to Leadership Module

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The aim of this module is to:

Introduce the key qualities of being a good leader

Demonstrate the roles and responsibilities of being a leader

Highlight the importance of effective communication, both verbal and non verbal

Establish how a good leader can motivate players

Aims

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What do you know about.....

the different games of Hockey?

England Hockey?

hockey clubs in England?

What is Hockey?

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Qualities of a LeaderChoose 5 qualities from the list below which you think are most

important for a leader Task 1

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Good communication

Trust Confidence Responsibility

Independence Knowledge Creativity Cooperation

Planning/Organisation

Recognition Friendship Awareness

Time Keeping Motivational Tradition Honesty

Fair play/ manners Flexibility Ability to adapt Challenge

Inspirational Personal Loyalty Hard work

Creating a good impression

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Create a Good Impression Bad ImpressionBe on time, be prepared Being late

Be yourself Pretending to be someone else

Look presentable Looking scruffy

Smile Looking miserable

Be open and confident Looking unprofessional

Learn something about the individuals in your group

Not caring about the individuals

Be positive Being negative

Be polite and attentive Being rude and distracted

Complete Communication Task 2

Complete Task 3 What did the group learn?

Give clear and simple instructions Not much information = forget Too little = won’t understand the task Positive feedback Make sure everyone can hear Adapt language/delivery in a way the age group or individual will

understand

Giving instructions

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Non-verbal

Positioning

Body language

Signs, signals, gestures

Whistle

Eye contact

Demonstration

Dress, appearance

Facial expression

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VerbalPitch & toneSpeeding of deliveryProjection, volumeLanguage, words

Forms of communicationHow many different types of communication can you name?

Words; 7%

Pitch, tone, expression;

38%Body lan-

guage; 55%

The impact of the message is delivered by:

What is happening in the pictures below?

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Safeguarding – ensuring sessions are safe Players may come to you with problems Tell your teacher/coach/adult responsible if you have any worries or concerns Be aware of social networking do’s & don’ts Plan effectively Check the environment for dangers – health and safety

You are a role model Make sure your communication, positioning and body language reflects in a

positive way Ensure you are inclusive Young people will look up to you and will copy your behaviour

Role and Responsibilities of a Leader

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Why are young people motivated to play hockey?

Which group do you think is the best motivator?

How does a Leader motivate?

Intrinsic Extrinsic

Learn, improve skills Prizes and medals

Enjoyment, fun Sponsorship/ money

Health and fitness Recognition, praise

Making friends Clothing

Feel part of a team

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Who is your role model as a Leader?

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