While sport should be a safe place for athletes to grow and thrive, the devastating reality is that there are times when that’s not true.… Read More »What is misconduct in sport and how can you respond?
Welcome to our 3-part Coaching with Games series! We’ll highlight skills, methods, and best practices for using games with your teams. As NICA coaches, we… Read More »Coaching with Games: PART 1
As 2023 comes to an end, the Coach Education team would like to thank over 14,000 registered NICA coaches across the country for their dedication… Read More »A year in review
Have you ever…wanted to build more community within your team? Then this game is for you! Laugh your way through a series of questions and… Read More »Have you ever…
Great leaders (and coaches) know that they should be thinking about their successor long before they plan to leave their role. When the time comes… Read More »Planning transitions for success
As you head into your season, please take a moment to check your NICA Pit Zone profile and make sure your NICA license status is… Read More »Preseason Coach Education Reminder
Create some excitement around skills late in your season once trail riding has gotten a little stale. Get creative and customize your skill and activity… Read More »Roll the Dice
You’re riding along your favorite trail and see a group of hikers up ahead. The trail is fairly narrow with little room to pass. Do… Read More »NICA Etiquette: Yielding the trail
Creating ride groups that match the ability, goals, and social needs of your student-athletes can be a challenge – here are some tips and strategies!
Share this template letter with your teams to ensure riders know what is expected before their first practice.