Sometimes the players will pop in after school before another sporting event to play a quick game. They know I am usually there. The players just come and play chess. Some take leadership roles and help the others. They often play games like bughouse that I think build team spirit and quick decision making.
Practices are noisy, loud, fun and sometimes physical with horseplay.
If I were to describe my coaching style, I would have to say it is student directed. I allow the students to decide what they want out of the program. They decide whether they want to be good, to win or just have fun or all three. I don't pressure or intimidate them, just keep them informed with information and advise them on keeping fit for competition. I look out for the interest of the whole team and operate accordingly.