Problem: Article: Instead of just offering negative criticism, offer specific suggestions and recognize your players' effort. For instance, instead of saying, "You didn't kick the ball properly," say "That was a great attempt, but next time, try kicking like this," then show the player the proper technique. Use compassionate language when criticizing a player and put yourself in their shoes. Keep criticism brief and to the point. Don't hammer away at a player about a mistake they made. Instead, point out their error, offer a correction, then move on. Acknowledge your team's effort when they meet goals and milestones. For instance, if your team wins a game, tell them how proud you are. In addition to pointing out occasions where players could do something better, draw attention to the things your players do well. For instance, if your goalie makes a great save, praise them by saying, "Wow, great save!" or "Nice work!" Don't sideline your players who are not performing as well as the rest of their team. The specific action you take to help a player improve depends on what their issue is. For instance, sometimes players just need to hear a technique or strategy explained in a different way. If a player is having a hard time with a certain movement, you could get your assistant coach to work with them in a special session. Soccer teams vary widely in their experience levels and abilities. Identifying what your players are (and should be) capable of will enable you to tailor your coaching style to your players' needs. Teens and adults are more capable of learning new techniques and modifying their behavior than kids. Children of different age groups will have different levels of understanding. Even within a given age group, individuals have different strengths and weaknesses, so set your expectations accordingly. Kids under 6, for instance, should be oriented toward having fun and building positive social interactions with you and their teammates. Your main goal with kids of this age is to get them to kick the ball in the right direction. Help kids who are 7 to 10 years old develop a stronger sense of team play by encouraging passing and back-and-forth drills with the soccer ball. Emphasize the importance of team victory over individual achievement. Players who are 11 years old or older should be able to learn more complex tactics and plays. They can also more easily accept feedback and correct their technique. Drills, feedback, and instructions for older players can be more complex than those for younger players. Do not use foul language during games or practice, and don't second-guess the referees. After the game, shake hands with the coach of the opposing team, no matter the outcome. Insist on all your players shaking hands with the opposing team. Setting and achieving a series of small goals can improve your team's confidence and, hopefully, help them win more frequently. You could set goals within either a practice session or a game. For instance, if you're coaching a group of teens, you might ask every player to score a goal from the penalty spot during practice. You could also set a goal for your team to score at least one goal during each game, even if your team doesn't win. For instance, if you have a player who gets easily discouraged, they might require a lot of encouragement and verbal praise before they can develop and find their role on the team. Other players might overconfident and require more criticism than their teammates. An undisciplined player might respond best to increased pressure and challenges. For instance, if you have a player who tends to not give the game their best shot, you might tell them "Pick it up! Move faster!" Some players might have physical challenges that you need to adapt to. In such a case, focus on what the player can do, rather than what they cannot. For instance, if a player gets tired easily, put them in a goalie position where they will not have to run great distances. Observe your players carefully to determine how you can best help them flourish.
Summary: Offer constructive criticism. Praise good performance as often as possible. Help underperforming players improve. Have reasonable expectations about what your players can do. Encourage good sportsmanship by setting a positive example. Improve your team by setting small goals and meeting them. Adapt your coaching style to individual players.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Most skaters reach a plateau at some point, and there's nothing wrong with that. Have fun learning and realize that mastering a skill takes time. Don't give up. Approach your coach about the issue, or try breaking from the rut by attending an ice skating seminar, for example. Families will need to balance schedules and overcome obstacles together. Have discussions with your family and ask how supportive they will be if you choose this path. Whether you make it to the Olympics or not - and whether you earn a medal or not - you will benefit from learning great life lessons such as strength. If you enjoy skating and fall short of that ultimate goal, congratulate yourself on the benchmarks you did achieve! Figure skating at the highest levels requires a huge amount of dedication at a very young age. You will need support from family, friends, coaches, and possibly a professional counselor. Pay attention to your mental health and let your family know if you need more resources. Everyone has periods when they aren't sure they want to continue - when that happens, go to your supporters and be honest with yourself. If you do wish to continue, push through the low period with training and exercise, but also make time for things you need to avoid burnout, such as time listening to your favorite music or a professional massage.
Summary:
Don't be discouraged by plateaus. Be aware that every family member will have to make sacrifices. Realize that a medal isn't everything. Seek out emotional support.