This presentation discusses coaching ethics and ethical dilemmas. It begins with defining coaching ethics and ethical dilemmas. An example of a sports medicine ethical dilemma is presented where a semi-pro athlete suffers a serious concussion and wants to continue playing despite medical advice. The presentation explores factors and issues in the dilemma, possible solutions, and reflects on how coaches can apply ethics to dilemmas and develop their coaching philosophy.

1. COACHING ETHICS
PRESENTATION
Emily Vizzini

2. INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES
 Intro
 Coaching Ethics Definition
 Ethical Dilemma Description
 Teaching Methods/Evaluation
 Ethical Dilemma Example
 Factor and Issues
 Possible Solutions/Compromises
 Activity/Workshop
 Self-Reflection
 Connect to Coaching Philosophy
 Conclusion
 Review
 Bring Full Circle

3. COACHING ETHICS DEFINITION
 Unwritten rules, values, and moral obligations
 Integrity of the Players
 True spirit and Sub-culture
 Have to be Taught
 Lead by Example
 Self Discipline
 Teachable Moments
 Need Ethical Standards
 True Values and Lessons
(Hefty 2014) (Sabock 9) (Sport Rant Man 2014)

4. MY CODE OF ETHICS
 A coach must be conscious of the fact that he or she is a role model and
anything they do can have a direct impact on any athlete in sport and in
life (NFHS).
 Coach will portray a respectful attitude towards players, coaches,
officials, parents, and opponents to promote a positive and respectful
atmosphere for athletes (Hefty 2014).
 Coach shall build trust within the team by promoting cooperation,
structure, and fairness to create stability among all team members (Hefty
2014).
 Coach will teach appropriate gamesmanship and sportsmanship
behaviors to all athletes to ensure that the spirit and culture of the game is
upheld before, during, and after competition (Sabock, 3-4).
 Coach will preach the importance of showing character during a
competitive event in any all situations, especially when it comes to winning
and losing (Sabock, 4).
 Coach will be well versed in all the rules of the game and be prepared for
events, practice or competition, in order to properly pass on the
knowledge to his or her athletes (NFHS).
 Coach will influence players to adopt a positive work ethic that can be
applied not only within sport, but within their daily lives (Hefty 2014).

5. WHAT IS AN ETHICAL DILEMMA?
 Situation where there is no
right or wrong answer
 Grey Area
 Relevance to Sport?
 Code of Ethics
 Coaching Philosophy
 Teachable Moments
 Real Reasons
(Hefty 2014) (Sabock, 9) (Zachry Department of Civil
Engineering 2014)

6. SPORT ETHICAL DILEMMA EXAMPLE
 Sports Medicine Dilemma
 Who decides if Athlete Continues to Play
 Health Professional?
 Athlete?
 Coach ?
 Parent?
 Dilemma
 Responsibilities
 Regulations
 Freedom
 Rights
(Hefty 2014) (Kretchmar 2014) (Clark 2007)

7. SPORT ETHICAL DILEMMA EXAMPLE
 Sports Medicine Dilemma
 No Universal Code of Ethics
 Situational Factors
 Task Difficulty
 Importance of Event
 Safety
 Personal Preference
 Athletes decision
 Knowledge Based
 Who knows best?
(Hefty 2014) (Kretchmar 2014) (Bioeth 2013)

8. SOLUTIONS AND COMPROMISES
 Follow Own Code of Ethics
 Identify Dilemma
 Right and Wrong
 Recognize Situation
 Long Term
 Best Interest for Who?
 Possible Solutions
 Preferred Solution
 Alternative Solution
 Compromise
(Hefty 2014) (Kretchmar 2014) (The Associated Press 2012)

9. WORK SHOP-REFLECTIVE EXERCISE
 Given Ethical Dilemma
 Semi-pro athlete suffers a serious concussion that the
medical staff thinks could cause long term damage if the
athlete continues to compete. The time taken to recover could
permanently compromise the athletes chances of ever
moving up to the pro league, so the athlete is insistent on
continuing to compete no matter the consequences. As a
coach, what is the best solution for this Ethical Sport
Dilemma?
 Choose a Preferred Solution
 Choose Alternative Solution
 Why Preferred Solution is Best
 What you learned from this process?
(Hefty 2014) (Kretchmar 2014) (Bioeth 2013)

10. DEVELOPMENT OF FINDINGS AND SELF-
REFLECTION
 Preferred Solution
 Keep Athlete out of Competition
 Knowledge of Situation
 Health Factors
 Legal Factors
 Ethical Standards – Trust
 Alternative Solution
 Let Athlete Compete
 Freedom
 Rights
 Ethical Standards- Respect
 Why Preferred Solution?
 Knowledge
 Long Term
(Hefty 2014) (Kretchmar 2014) (Bioeth 2013)

11. INDIVIDUAL VIEWPOINT
 There is NO Right Answer!
 Fact of Ethical Dilemmas
 Means there are Ethics in Sport and Life
 Steps to Take
1. Identify Dilemma
• Ethical Decision
2. Remember Meaning of Ethics in Sport
• Lessons, Values, Teachable moments
3. Your Code of Ethics
• Find a Compromise
(Hefty 2014) (Kretchmar 2014)

12. CONCLUSION
 Review
 Ethics in Sport
 Ethical Dilemma
 Sports Medicine Dilemma
 Concussion Example
 Coach Application
 Ethics and Philosophy is Key
 Self-Management
 Role-Model
 Team Management
 Self-Discipline
 Leadership
 Privilege and Responsibility
 Huge Impact
(Hefty 2014) (Kretchmar 2014)

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