Assignment:
Discussion
Drug abuse is a societal problem and can negatively impact many young adults and adolescents. Coaches may play a significant role in setting a positive example and educating student-athletes about the dangers of drug use. Provide your response to the following questions based on your coaching philosophy and experience:
1. What drug policy do you use or will use as a coach?
2. How do you plan to teach your athletes this policy?
3. How do you feel about the potential for coaches to help athletes with drug problems?
4. How do you think coaches should address taking an anti-drug stance and communicating it to their athletes?
5. How do you feel about drug testing?
6. What are your impressions of drug policy recommendations presented in the textbook?
7. What are some ideas you propose for educating athletes about drug abuse?
Readings:
1. Improving Optimal Performance-And Life-For Young Athletes
By Troy Todd
2. Measuring Drug and Alcohol Use Among College Student-Athletes
By James N. Druckman
3. Pre-Sleep Consumption of Casein and Whey Protein: Effects on Morning Metabolism and Resistance Exercise Performance in Active Women
By Takudzwa A. Madzima
Attachment:- Team Drug Policy & Enforcement.rar