PHED 1420 - Varsity Athletics II

1 sem hr cr

This course is a continuation of PHED 1410 . No student will be allowed to register without the approval of the varsity coach.

This course may not be used to meet the minimum physical education activity requirement. Formerly/Same As (Formerly PED/HPE 1420)

Transfer (UT) or Non-Transfer Course (UN): UN

By the end of the course, students will be able to…

• improve the mental attitude and physical skills so the student athlete can further his education and athletic career at a two-year college.
• demonstrate an overall understanding of the sport of participation.
• demonstrate the correct fundamental of sport of participation.
• to provide the student athlete with the knowledge needed to compete at the junior college level.
• apply the skills & techniques learned in practice to actual performance situations.
• expand on the course material & deduce a style of training & preparation for competition.
• give each athlete the opportunity to grow as a person.
• show the discipline necessary to become a better athlete and to compete at the collegiate level.
• help team members to accept and understand responsibility.
• demonstrate how to chart stats for future reference.
• describe how to scout opponents to prepare for future competition.
• demonstrate various coaching techniques & drills for preparing a team for competition.
• to instill principles of sportsmanship and leadership.
• demonstrate the abilities to get along with teammates, understanding the importance of working together for the betterment of the team.
• develop and demonstrate leadership qualities needed to pass on to the younger members of the team.