01
Technical
Ball mastery, receiving, passing, finishing, 1v1 ability and execution under pressure.
Coaching philosophy
Coach the player. Not just the team.
NOVANTA’s coaching philosophy looks at the whole player. Development is built through purposeful practice, appropriate challenge and a clear understanding of what helps a player grow.
01 / The whole player
Five areas.
One player.
Development is connected: each area supports the player as a whole.
02
Tactical
Better decisions, game understanding, positioning and awareness.
03
Physical
Appropriate athletic development, movement quality and physical preparation.
04
Psychological
Confidence, resilience, concentration and learning through challenge.
05
Social
Communication, responsibility, teamwork and belonging.
02 / The balance
PLAYER DEVELOPMENT OVER SHORT-TERM RESULTS.
High standards matter. Winning matters. But neither should come at the expense of long-term player development.