Sometimes it’s not good enough to simply tell your players what you would like them to do. 65% of the population consists of visual learners. Meaning they absorb and recall information best when they see images and demonstrations. Coaches that rely too heavily on lecture are missing an opportunity to reach over half of their team with a more effective approach.
It’s not as easy as telling your players to “Just do it”. Coaches should instead experiment with a variety of teaching methods to find the most compelling techniques for their team. Allowing athletes to learn on their own terms can produce much better results. In addition to verbally expressing what you want from your players, try showing them first in the locker room and then have them work on it on the field or court.
A custom whiteboard can be an effective tool to reach visual learners in the locker room. Field & Court Dry Erase Boards from Team Fitz are available for any sport and can be completely customized to meet the needs of your program. Popular items included on these boards are full and half courts or fields, depth chart, keys to victory section and room to take notes. Each board is designed with your team in mind, including your team logo, colors and style. Our designers can even draw field or court illustrations to match your facilities.
Team Fitz dry erase boards are offered in three different sizes to fit any space, come in magnetic and non-magnetic options and can even be mounted on a mobile frame to easily roll from the locker room to the court. In addition, top-quality construction and a lifetime guarantee help protect your investment for years to come.
Each team member has different talents, work styles and interests. By keying into the effective coaching methods and offering a variety of both auditory and visual cues, you maximize your ability to reach them in a meaningful way. Contact Team Fitz today for more information or to get our design department started on a custom design for your locker room today.