The art of coaching sports in the modern age typically focuses on the eccentricities of professional athletics. However, beyond the glitz and glamour of the professional ranks, youth participation in sports has been shown to improve an individual's self-esteem, work ethic and leadership capabilities, if coached correctly. This book examines the steps necessary for a coach to guide a sports team to success, regardless of whether the team is comprised of professional or youth athletes. This work outlines the path for creating a positive a team culture, utilizing practice efficiently, gaining the team¿s trust, motivating individual players, maintaining faith in the team, avoiding emotional vices, generating player leadership, reinforcing your message creatively and putting closure on the season.