Being a Mentor/ Coach

[iblis432]

Thanks everyone, you have been a great help. I have but one major question that I do not think has been answered yet. Is there anything I have do during the matches? Like how in FRC and FTC there is an adult coach that stands next to the drivers. Is there any coach like that in FLL?

[wendymom]

Originally Posted by iblis432

Thanks everyone, you have been a great help. I have but one major question that I do not think has been answered yet. Is there anything I have do during the matches? Like how in FRC and FTC there is an adult coach that stands next to the drivers. Is there any coach like that in FLL?

As an FLL coach the only thing you can do is stand on the sidelines and cross your fingers. (I find this to be the hardest part of coaching....well that and not being able to open my mouth when they are in judging)

Seriously, make a checklist and maybe have a special bin that they can put everything in to take up to the table with them. Your job is to make sure they don't leave anything in the pit.

Stress the fun factor. Have a cheer and wear something silly. You will set the tone. If you are having a good time, they will too, no matter what your scores are.

[GaryVoshol]

In addition to what Wendy said, at most events you will have to leave your drivers when they enter the arena area, and stay beyond the barriers (ropes, tables, etc.) A few events, particularly practice events, will allow you to go with the team to the table to help them set up or calibrate, but then you have to leave the area before the match begins.