They want to be told how to correct mistakes and not to be shouted at or ignored. Most children, particularly in team sports, like to have the coach shout encouragement to them when they are competing. As they get older and more experienced, they are more likely to want to be consulted. Children like coaches to be organised and present structured coaching sessions. They also like them to take responsibility for seeing that they are in the right place at the right time Instruction and feedback.
Children do like to be shown what to do, how to do it and to have mistakes corrected.
If its not for enjoyment then your in the wrong job. 2 Be aware of the effect you have upon growing children. 3 Find out what the kids expect to get out of sport with you. Be firm, fair and organised. 5 Give credit where it is due and give help where it is needed.