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Appendix I

Appendix I: Coach Handover Template

So no incoming coach ever needs to start from scratch, age group, volunteers, equipment, finance and reflection.

Toolkits & Appendices · Handbook pages 77, 78, 79, 80, 81


Age group information

  • Age group, season, Lead Coach, Deputy Coach, date completed
  • Players at start of season / players at end of season
  • Number of players recruited / number of players lost
  • Volunteer numbers
  • Coaching team: name, role, contact details

Volunteers & players

  • Volunteers: name and responsibility
  • Current player numbers, new players this season, players who left, key observations
  • Average attendance, retention challenges, players requiring follow-up, key lessons learned

Equipment, finance & tours

  • Equipment inventory: item, quantity, condition
  • Fundraising: activities completed, funds raised, current balance, lessons learned
  • Sponsorship: sponsors secured, sponsor contacts, renewal opportunities
  • Tours: recent tours, future recommendations, useful contacts, accommodation / transport

Communications, risks & reflection

  • WhatsApp groups, SPOND status, key parent contacts
  • Risks & challenges: document any known issues future coaches should be aware of
  • Recommendations: what should the next coaching group continue, stop and improve?
  • Final reflection: the three biggest lessons from the season

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