Assistant Coach:

  1. Has a thorough knowledge of the Rules and By-Laws of the KHSAA as they pertain to his/her sport, including the clearance of all staff members and student-athletes.
  2. Understands the proper administrative chain of command and refers all requests or grievances through proper channels. 
  3. Is aware of all public/staff/departmental meetings that require attendance.
  4. Promotes a sense of unity and camaraderie in the athletic department as a whole.
  5. Does not discourage students to participate in other school sponsored sports.
  6. Maintains discipline and works to increase morale and cooperation within the school sports program.
  7. Assists in the necessary preparation to hold scheduled sports events or practices and adheres to scheduled facility usage times.
  8. Coordinates facility needs/repairs with head coach.
  9. Provides proper safeguards for maintenance and protection of assigned equipment.
  10. Provides assistance, guidance and safeguards for each participant.
  11. Is accountable to the Head Coach for all equipment. Assists with issuing and collecting of equipment and submits to the Head Coach annual inventory. 
  12. Secures all doors, lights, windows and, locks and stores all equipment before leaving areas.
  13. Supervises locker room area before and after practice as delegated by Head Coach.
  14. Instills in each player a respect for equipment, school property, and their proper use.
  15. Assists the Head Coach in carrying out his/her responsibilities.
  16. Instructs team members as to changes in the rules and teaches fundamentals of the sport as outlined by the Head Coach.
  17. Works within the basic framework and philosophy of the Head Coach of the sport.
  18. Attends all staff meetings and carries out scouting assignments as outlined by the Head Coach.
  19. Never criticizes, admonishes or argues with the Head Coach or any athletic staff members within ears or eyes of players, fans, parents and other staff members.
  20. Strives to improve skills by attending clinics and using resources made available by the Head Coach.
  21. Performs other duties that are consistent with the nature of the positions and that may be requested by the Head Coach, Athletic Director or Principal.