How to manage player behaviour

Managing player behaviour can be a tough task regardless of the age or level of player you're working with.

Whilst you're watching the video below...
... try to identify the most effective behaviour management techniques used by Suzanne Smith, FA county coach developer, to help focus a group of grassroots players on the learning objective.

During the clip, consider the following questions.

• How does the coach set boundaries and expectations?
• How does the coach keep the players engaged?
• How does the coach motivate individuals and the group?

Once you've watched the footage, think about how you might add to, change or tweak your coaching approach based on your observations.