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Post by fantom on Mar 11, 2015 9:37:30 GMT -6
Their is a coaching staff in our area that no matter where you see them they are all dressed alike with Adidas golf pants embroidered/Golf Shirt or Vest. They even have matching belts and dress shoes. I find those guys hilarious.
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Post by ksmitty79 on Mar 11, 2015 9:48:39 GMT -6
Their is a coaching staff in our area that no matter where you see them they are all dressed alike with Adidas golf pants embroidered/Golf Shirt or Vest. They even have matching belts and dress shoes. I find those guys hilarious. I am glad I am not the only one that find it amusing!
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Post by eaglemountie on Mar 11, 2015 9:50:08 GMT -6
Is it funny or sad that the most active thread on the general board right now is essentially about men's fashion???
Or is it just a really slow off-season?
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Post by Coach Huey on Mar 11, 2015 9:50:50 GMT -6
every school district will likely have its own policy regarding dress for the coaches. but, almost all will have something like this (I've seen about a dozen 'handbooks' from schools and all seem to have this type of writing)
All coaches must dress professionally for each event
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GAME DAY: FOOTBALL: Varsity - All coaches should dress alike in long pants and collared coach's shirt, in school or neutral colors. In extreme weather, wind suits are acceptable. Sub Varsity & Middle School — Same as varsity, but may also include shorts.
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similarly, each state and state organization may have a different perspective on this. here are a few excerpts from our state organization...
The Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) is the principle advocate and leadership organization for Texas high school coaches. THSCA provides the highest quality representation, education, and services to Texas high school coaches and affiliate members, and enhances the professionalism of coaches and the schools they represent.
Our Objectives
1. To help maintain the highest possible standards in athletics and the coaching profession and to work together for the improvement of conditions of Texas high school athletics.
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The Code of Ethics of the Texas High School Coaches Association is to protect and promote the best interest of the high school athletic program. In the coaching profession, the primary purpose of a Code of Ethics is to clarify and distinguish ethical and approved professional practices from those which are detrimental and harmful.
Its secondary purpose is to emphasize the cause and values of the athletic program in the state of Texas. Applied to the coaching profession, ethics will help develop a standard of character in which the public has trust and confidence. The success of these principles and standards emphasized in the Code is dependent upon those for whom they have been prepared - the Texas high school coaches.
In becoming a member of the Texas High School Coaches Association, a coach assumes certain obligations and responsibilities to the game one coaches, to the players, and to one's fellow coaches. It is essential that every member of the profession be constantly aware of these obligations and responsibilities with the purpose in mind that the coaching profession will always remain an honorable calling and that each member is to conduct oneself in such a manner to maintain the dignity and decency of the profession.
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In the relationship with the school for which one works, the coach should remember -- that he/she is on public display to represent that school. It is important, therefore, that one's conduct maintains the principles of integrity and dignity of the school. School policies regarding the athletic program should be adhered to, both the letter and to the spirit. The coach should remember that other members of the faculty also have an interest in the school and in the students and one's conduct must be such that no criticism arises of efforts to develop common interest and purposes of the institution along with other faculty members.
now, i'm by no means trying to tell anyone what they should or shouldn't be doing. i agree that different schools and different coaching organizations have different policies and expectations. doesn't mean one is right or the other is wrong.
all I will add is that the whole "coach as a professional" isn't about me. it is about the organization and it's people that i represent. how i appear to them (not just in my dress, but in my actions, demeanor, etc.) is very important. it gives me credibility. the more "cred" I have well, you know how it goes. pretty much the same as "if i lose with my best player NOT carrying the ball, I get roasted & fired.... but if I lose with the ball in my best player's hands, I might get a pass, at least once." So, i'm just need to present myself as a credible coach, so when we lose, I might get another pass.
Again, i'm not saying someone in shorts is a lesser coach or if you wear a tie you will be just like tom landry. I'm just saying that of all the ways people might be out to get us, I don't want it to be the way I carry myself or present myself as a coach. So, my attire on the sideline isn't about my personal feelings of "comfort" so much as it's what many people few a coach to be. let's be honest, on tv they see all those coaches wearing khakis and colored shirts every saturday and sunday. they see it in the movies. THAT is what they expect a coach to look like. Gripe all we want, but as a public servant we do have some obligation to meet the expectations of our community. so, if that is what our community expects a coach to look like during a friday night game, then that is what we're wearing.
just my take.
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Post by fantom on Mar 11, 2015 10:03:41 GMT -6
every school district will likely have its own policy regarding dress for the coaches. but, almost all will have something like this (I've seen about a dozen 'handbooks' from schools and all seem to have this type of writing) All coaches must dress professionally for each eventor GAME DAY: FOOTBALL: Varsity - All coaches should dress alike in long pants and collared coach's shirt, in school or neutral colors. In extreme weather, wind suits are acceptable. Sub Varsity & Middle School — Same as varsity, but may also include shorts.----------------------------- similarly, each state and state organization may have a different perspective on this. here are a few excerpts from our state organization... The Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) is the principle advocate and leadership organization for Texas high school coaches. THSCA provides the highest quality representation, education, and services to Texas high school coaches and affiliate members, and enhances the professionalism of coaches and the schools they represent.
Our Objectives
1. To help maintain the highest possible standards in athletics and the coaching profession and to work together for the improvement of conditions of Texas high school athletics.
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The Code of Ethics of the Texas High School Coaches Association is to protect and promote the best interest of the high school athletic program. In the coaching profession, the primary purpose of a Code of Ethics is to clarify and distinguish ethical and approved professional practices from those which are detrimental and harmful.
Its secondary purpose is to emphasize the cause and values of the athletic program in the state of Texas. Applied to the coaching profession, ethics will help develop a standard of character in which the public has trust and confidence. The success of these principles and standards emphasized in the Code is dependent upon those for whom they have been prepared - the Texas high school coaches.
In becoming a member of the Texas High School Coaches Association, a coach assumes certain obligations and responsibilities to the game one coaches, to the players, and to one's fellow coaches. It is essential that every member of the profession be constantly aware of these obligations and responsibilities with the purpose in mind that the coaching profession will always remain an honorable calling and that each member is to conduct oneself in such a manner to maintain the dignity and decency of the profession.
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In the relationship with the school for which one works, the coach should remember -- that he/she is on public display to represent that school. It is important, therefore, that one's conduct maintains the principles of integrity and dignity of the school. School policies regarding the athletic program should be adhered to, both the letter and to the spirit. The coach should remember that other members of the faculty also have an interest in the school and in the students and one's conduct must be such that no criticism arises of efforts to develop common interest and purposes of the institution along with other faculty members.now, i'm by no means trying to tell anyone what they should or shouldn't be doing. i agree that different schools and different coaching organizations have different policies and expectations. doesn't mean one is right or the other is wrong. all I will add is that the whole "coach as a professional" isn't about me. it is about the organization and it's people that i represent. how i appear to them (not just in my dress, but in my actions, demeanor, etc.) is very important. it gives me credibility. the more "cred" I have well, you know how it goes. pretty much the same as "if i lose with my best player NOT carrying the ball, I get roasted & fired.... but if I lose with the ball in my best player's hands, I might get a pass, at least once." So, i'm just need to present myself as a credible coach, so when we lose, I might get another pass. Again, i'm not saying someone in shorts is a lesser coach or if you wear a tie you will be just like tom landry. I'm just saying that of all the ways people might be out to get us, I don't want it to be the way I carry myself or present myself as a coach. So, my attire on the sideline isn't about my personal feelings of "comfort" so much as it's what many people few a coach to be. let's be honest, on tv they see all those coaches wearing khakis and colored shirts every saturday and sunday. they see it in the movies. THAT is what they expect a coach to look like. Gripe all we want, but as a public servant we do have some obligation to meet the expectations of our community. so, if that is what our community expects a coach to look like during a friday night game, then that is what we're wearing. just my take. I've been at five schools here ad have never seen a coaches' game day dress code in our handbook. The only time I've ever heard an administrator mention our sideline attire was to say how good our new polos look (probably hinting that they want one). I'm sure that our state association has nothing to say on the matter.
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Post by Rooster on Mar 11, 2015 10:29:35 GMT -6
My principle bitched because I didn't wear the same color shirt as the other coaches. I was like, I'm the HC and DC the kids have to see me to get the signals. He is like, "what signals?"
Rooster
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Post by CoachHess on Mar 11, 2015 11:15:21 GMT -6
Shirt and tie, every Friday.
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Post by IronmanFootball on Mar 12, 2015 7:05:34 GMT -6
I coached vs a guy that wore a t-shirt, paint stained cargo shorts, and sandals! Needless to say I'm 2-0 vs those dudes- and we don't win a lot of games here in any boys sport.
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Post by Rooster on Mar 12, 2015 8:21:21 GMT -6
My head coach, ( I played for him and coached for him) wore bib overalls the last 10 years that he coached. He was well respected in the entire state. He coached for 34 years. 23 of those were straight winning seasons. (state record) Sh1t I woulda wore a hat, not a cap, if I didn't have to wear a doggone headset. ( The kids always aggravate me when they see me wearing a cap.
Never approach a bull from the front, a horse from the rear or a fool from any direction...
Rooster
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Post by DuckDuckBoom on Mar 12, 2015 20:32:37 GMT -6
Anyone wear sunglasses the entire game, even for night games? I feel weird not wearing them for games after having them on in practice everyday.
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Post by s73 on Mar 12, 2015 21:30:42 GMT -6
When I was an assistant, I worked for a guy who was big into dressing professionally.
We coached v. a team for many years where they would wear mesh shorts and t-shirts & even a couple of his younger assistants would cut the sleeves off of the shirts b/c they had the guns to show it off. I can remember one year when we were decent and we all sat around ripping them for how stupid they looked during a film session. And they did look ridiculous.
Well, they beat our a$$es by about 30 points. After the game nobody was talking about their attire b/c the truth of the matter was their TEAM looked much more professionally coached than ours during the game (along w/ several years to follow).
After that, when I got my own head job I told my guys wear what you want as long as we have our school represented.
Maybe I'm right. maybe I'm wrong, but it's an athletic contest and while I'm not playing in it, I feel like athletic clothing (hoodie, shorts, whatever) is appropriate. Especially if you're a guy like me who tends to be active on the sideline. I pace alot.
Again, JMO.
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Post by canesfan on Mar 13, 2015 20:48:19 GMT -6
I prefer to wear Khakis and a polo, or long sleeved Nike shirt. Currently, our staff wears shorts with a polo, which isn't my style but I have to fit in. As soon as I can use the it's too cold for shorts excuse I do. Our HC is a really laid back guy that really only wants to make sure we're in team gear and colors. Easy to work for.
If/when I have my own program I'll probably go with a Gus Malzahn look. I like the sweater vest.
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Post by hercsdc on Mar 26, 2015 9:38:21 GMT -6
Gray slacks, team polo, white Nike Cortez on Friday nights. We wear team Tshirt on Thursdays
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Post by Coach Lindsay on Mar 29, 2015 15:49:43 GMT -6
Black bball shorts, team Polo and flip flops, though the later are usually discarded as I tend to walk around barefoot.
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Post by agame on Mar 30, 2015 3:58:08 GMT -6
Black bball shorts, team Polo and flip flops, though the later are usually discarded as I tend to walk around barefoot. Bristol Apache Defensive Coordinator Facebook\Twitter\Instagram Search: @bristolapache Not at the minute your not! Lol Weather is crap
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Post by coachwoodall on Mar 30, 2015 16:47:38 GMT -6
Shorts, long sleeve T, ball cap, sneakers.
If it is cold, sweats.
Rain, rain suit, and boots.
But then again the only reason I'm on the side line is that it is practice or a JV game.
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Post by Coach Lindsay on Mar 31, 2015 0:52:05 GMT -6
Black bball shorts, team Polo and flip flops, though the later are usually discarded as I tend to walk around barefoot. Bristol Apache Defensive Coordinator Facebook\Twitter\Instagram Search: @bristolapache Not at the minute your not! Lol Weather is crap That is where you ate wrong sir, I've become infamous on my team for wearing it no matter what the condition. I am always in shorts and flip flops. Indeed, three weeks ago during a very rainy and cold session, I hadn't realised one of my flip flops had come off for about 30 seconds as my feet were so numb. Bristol Apache Defensive Coordinator Facebook\Twitter\Instagram Search: @bristolapache
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Post by agame on Mar 31, 2015 0:58:08 GMT -6
Not at the minute your not! Lol Weather is crap That is where you ate wrong sir, I've become infamous on my team for wearing it no matter what the condition. I am always in shorts and flip flops. Indeed, three weeks ago during a very rainy and cold session, I hadn't realised one of my flip flops had come off for about 30 seconds as my feet were so numb. Bristol Apache Defensive Coordinator Facebook\Twitter\Instagram Search: @bristolapache Fair play to u buddy! Was down on the Devon coast at the weekend and the weather was rough! Good luck with your season coach.. When do u get underway?
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Post by mattharris75 on Mar 31, 2015 8:49:52 GMT -6
I'm in the box, and my header really couldn't care less what I wear. In fact, he told me a great story of his first year as a head coach, at his previous school.
At the time he had a cantankerous old coach who was his mentor, and who also served as his coach in the box. This fellow showed up to the first game of the year, an away game, wearing jeans and non-school related button up shirt. My header asked him why he wasn't wearing the school gear that they had provided him and he responded, "Well, I don't know if we stink yet or not. If we're winning I'll change at halftime".
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Post by Coach Vint on Mar 31, 2015 12:39:19 GMT -6
I've been at five schools here ad have never seen a coaches' game day dress code in our handbook. The only time I've ever heard an administrator mention our sideline attire was to say how good our new polos look (probably hinting that they want one). I'm sure that our state association has nothing to say on the matter. This is my second school in Texas and at both we have had a written policy on game day dress. As far as our coaches association, they are very strong and do a great job of representing our coaches and kids. When I was in the Bronx, New York, we wore khaki shorts and a polo. That was the expectation there. In Texas, the expectation is polos and khaki pants for varsity games. It was over 100 degrees a couple of times this year, and we wore khaki pants. Since I have been in Texas I have not seen a coach wear shorts on the sideline for a varsity game. It is not about coaching better or worse, or getting beat by a guy in jean shorts. It is about the professional expectations. Like Huey said, we represent more than just ourselves. We represent our kids, our school, our district, and our community. There are certain expectations for coaches, and professional dress is one of them. Now on Thursday Night's for sub-varsity games we will be in shorts and t-shirts. It all goes back to what your community expects.
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Post by Coach Lindsay on Mar 31, 2015 14:57:53 GMT -6
That is where you ate wrong sir, I've become infamous on my team for wearing it no matter what the condition. I am always in shorts and flip flops. Indeed, three weeks ago during a very rainy and cold session, I hadn't realised one of my flip flops had come off for about 30 seconds as my feet were so numb. Bristol Apache Defensive Coordinator Facebook\Twitter\Instagram Search: @bristolapache Fair play to u buddy! Was down on the Devon coast at the weekend and the weather was rough! Good luck with your season coach.. When do u get underway? I do it to show players that you have to condition your mind against the elements. If they have to deal with bad weather in minimum clothing, so will I. We kick off with a scrimmage against an affiliate team who has the best team name I've ever heard (Jurassic coast Raptors) then open vs Oxford a few weeks later. Bristol Apache Defensive Coordinator Facebook\Twitter\Instagram Search: @bristolapache
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Post by agame on Apr 1, 2015 0:31:59 GMT -6
Fair play to u buddy! Was down on the Devon coast at the weekend and the weather was rough! Good luck with your season coach.. When do u get underway? I do it to show players that you have to condition your mind against the elements. If they have to deal with bad weather in minimum clothing, so will I. We kick off with a scrimmage against an affiliate team who has the best team name I've ever heard (Jurassic coast Raptors) then open vs Oxford a few weeks later. Bristol Apache Defensive Coordinator Facebook\Twitter\Instagram Search: @bristolapache We played Oxford last year, solid team all round.. They run.. A lot but are a solid quality outfit Best of luck mate.. And yea I've heard of the raptors..
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Post by bluedevils10 on Apr 17, 2015 11:11:29 GMT -6
Under Armour also make tactical pants, that I just bought for when the weather turns colder. Looking forward to wearing them this season. We also wear team polo or sweatshirt on game day. As the HC I do give my guys some freedom to wear what they want.
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Post by wolverine55 on Apr 23, 2015 9:11:28 GMT -6
One memory involving dress I just thought of and a post on "expectations" triggered it. I learned at my second coaching job to always ask questions, even about something as seemingly unimportant as dress. We had a varsity game on Friday night and then a sophomore game the next morning. I showed up to the sophomore game wearing khaki shorts and a T-shirt. That's what we wore at the underclass games at my first coaching job, so I didn't think anything of it.
The next day in our staff meeting, the HC walks in and the first thing he said was, "What the hell were you doing yesterday!?" directed at me. I had no idea what he meant at first, but it was soon explained to me that we wore the polos for every game!
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Post by fantom on Apr 23, 2015 9:33:18 GMT -6
One memory involving dress I just thought of and a post on "expectations" triggered it. I learned at my second coaching job to always ask questions, even about something as seemingly unimportant as dress. We had a varsity game on Friday night and then a sophomore game the next morning. I showed up to the sophomore game wearing khaki shorts and a T-shirt. That's what we wore at the underclass games at my first coaching job, so I didn't think anything of it. The next day in our staff meeting, the HC walks in and the first thing he said was, "What the hell were you doing yesterday!?" directed at me. I had no idea what he meant at first, but it was soon explained to me that we wore the polos for every game! If he didn't tell you that then it's on him and the horse he rode in on.
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Post by wolverine55 on Apr 23, 2015 9:37:33 GMT -6
Overall, I agree! But, I could have asked too. In fact, based on that story, I have asked at every job since then what we wear for JV games. Other that one stop, though, we've been pretty casual at the underclassmen games.
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Post by coachcotner on Apr 23, 2015 10:11:13 GMT -6
Shirt and tie, every Friday. This is true......the man does it......We all think he is crazy during the first month of the season when it is hot as hell here
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