Coachability Self Assessment: Would You Coach You?

A Self-Assessment for Athletes Who Want to Lead, Play More, and Earn Trust

 

 

Section 1: Rate Yourself (1–5 Scale)

Instructions: Circle the number that best reflects your current habits.
 (1 = Never, 5 = Always — Be honest, no one’s watching.)

Statement

1

2

3

4

5

I stay composed when corrected by a coach




I take feedback without explaining or arguing




I apply corrections immediately




I respond the same way to good and bad coaches




I focus on growth, not being right




I think about how my body language affects trust




I lead by example when others get emotional




I would want a teammate with my mindset




 

 

Section 2: Reflect

Answer honestly in writing — these are just for you.

  1. What’s my default reaction when I get called out or corrected?

  2. What are 2 common excuses I make when I mess up?

  3. How does my body language look when things don’t go my way?

  4. What’s one coach I found hard to play for — and how did I handle it?

  5. Where am I competing for trust right now — and how can I earn it?

 

 

Section 3: Apply the 3 R’s

Think back to your last practice or game. Write down what happened in a tough coaching moment and break it down.

Step

What did you do?

What could you do better next time?

Receive

Reflect

Respond

 

 

Final Challenge

Write this at the top of your notebook or phone before every session this week:

“I don’t need to be right. I need to grow.”

Coachability is the edge that multiplies everything else.
 If you can master how you respond — you can play anywhere.