7 Must-Read Coaching Books That May Not Be on Your List

There’s no shortage of student-athlete coaching books. As far as non-sport, leadership books, the typical “must-read” list for coaches usually includes Start with Why, The Culture Code, Mindset, Grit, and anything by Wooden.

If you’re the type of coach that is continuously looking for better ways to engage with and develop the athletes on your team, here’s a list for you.

As one of the co-founders of Sevwins, I get to talk to and learn from many high school and college coaches. A coach’s passion for connecting with and developing individuals is the most common theme I hear so let’s start there.

Connect with the Individual

1. InSideOut Coaching — Joe Ehrmann

While this book seems to be highly recommended in certain circles, it always surprises me when I meet a coach that hasn’t heard of InSideOut Coaching or the InSideOut Initiative.

It’s a pretty safe bet that the reason you coach is to transform lives, which makes InSideOut Coaching a must-have. Gone are the days where transactional coaching is the norm. Athletes are looking to connect with coaches. Our recent survey of coaches and athletes and plenty of research shows that coaches are second only to parents on the impact they have…