Three key principles

There are three key principles at the heart of PCS.  These are critical factors in becoming an effective Double Goal Coach and ensuring that young people gain life skills which they can use in and out of sport:

1. Honour our sport (ROOTS)
   It is crucial to teach young people how to honour their sport and teach respect for rules, opponents, officials, teammates, and self.
   
2. Redefine ‘winner’ (ELM)
   PCS encourages young people to see beyond the scoreboard when taking part in their sport.  True winning comes from giving your best possible effort, continually improving by learning every time you play, and maximising your potential by not being afraid to make mistakes and getting better by learning from them.
   
3. Fill the emotional tank (E-TANK)
   Young people need to feel appreciated no matter what their ability within their chosen sport.  As a Double Goal Coach it is crucial to fill the E-Tanks of young people by ensuring we encourage, teach, appreciate, provide non-verbal support and know how to praise.