The Coach as a Performer with Coach Kristine Fleagle

by Wisconsin Track Coaches Association

Description

In this course, Coach Kristine Fleagle delves into a deep exploration of the multifaceted role of coaching beyond mere instruction and the psychology behind coaching, emphasizing how coaches often grapple with a myriad of stressors that extend far beyond the track or field. Through candid reflections and insightful anecdotes, she highlights the emotional toll that coaching can take, shedding light on the prevalent issue of burnout within the coaching community. By dissecting the interconnectedness of personal identity, societal expectations, and professional fulfillment, Fleagle implores coaches to introspectively assess their values and boundaries, recognizing that self-care is not just a luxury but a necessity for sustainable coaching careers.

Additionally, Fleagle offers coaches doable tactics to protect their mental and emotional health while maximizing their effectiveness as coaches. She provides a holistic approach to coaching that puts an emphasis on both personal fulfillment and professional success, from developing self-awareness through daily reflection to setting healthy boundaries and looking for community support. Fleagle helps coaches navigate the complexities of their role with renewed vigor and purpose by redefining coaching as a dynamic performance art that requires authenticity, empathy, and resilience.

Lessons

1 The Role of Coaches as Performers Free 5:00 2 Coach's Wellness: Finding Balance 3:23 3 The NCAA Study Revelations 4:46 4 Navigating Coach Stress: Imposter Syndrome and Social Constraints 3:00 5 Understanding Coach Burnout: Impact and Coping 3:11 6 Recognizing Coach Stress: Behavioral Red Flags 6:06

The Coach

Wisconsin Track Coaches Association

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Kristin Fleagle, a dedicated coach and former collegiate athlete, enters her first year as an assistant coach at Tufts University, where she specializes in developing combined event athletes, jumps, and sprints. With a proven track record of success, Kristin brings extensive coaching experience from her tenure at Boston University, where she coached men's and women's combined event athletes, long, triple, and high jumpers. 

• Coached athletes to 11 Patriot League All-Conference honors and 3 Individual titles at Boston University.
• Led athletes to an IC4A champion and 2022 outdoor D1 NCAA East Preliminary Round qualifier (MHJ).
• Coached 40 All-Conference performances, 14 Individual Conference Champions, and 33 NCAA National Championship Qualifiers at Luther College, Benedictine University, and UW Stevens-Point.
• Guided athletes to 18 All-American performances and 2 NCAA National Champions in the men's long jump and triple jump disciplines.
• Contributed to 4th place finishes at the NCAA national championships with Benedictine University outdoor in 2018 and indoor 2017 with UW Stevens-Point.
• Earned 16 All-Conference honors and competed in the 2014 NCAA indoor championship as a track and field athlete at Carthage College.

 

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