Volunteer to be an assistant coach at first in order to learn the ropes. Become a student of the game. Watch teams and players of similar age to your child. Also, watch older teams so you know what to expect as you move along. Get support if you're a woman.
Female coaches are less common than male coaches - and greatly appreciated.
But chances are they'll need extra support and encouragement. Inc. How things get done. Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of the eHow Terms of Use and Privacy .