Appendix I
Appendix I — Coach Handover Template
So no incoming coach ever needs to start from scratch — age group, volunteers, equipment, finance and reflection.
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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