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What can a performance coach do to support their wellbeing?

What can a performance coach do to support their wellbeing?

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In this episode Mick McKinnon candidly shares his personal story of his own experiences in relation to coach burnout.


The episode focuses on the ability of the coach to switch off at appropriate times and the benefits of being able to talk with those who can listen in non-judgemental fashion. As the episode progresses discussion moves towards the need to raise the awareness and have open conversations about coach wellbeing. Mick describes the importance of recognizing the signs of burnout and strategies which can address such issues to allow for better coach wellbeing.


Mick McKinnon is an experienced hockey coach with decades of experience in the game. He has coached every level of hockey from grassroots to senior international level. Mick has recently been appointed to the role of Hockey Ireland Pathway Manager to create structures that will allow the support and development of players and coaches nationwide.

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