Dr. Kristen Dieffenbach

Dr. Kristen Dieffenbach, an expert in athletic coaching education and director at West Virginia University, shares her insights on the crucial differences between coaching boys and girls. She discusses cultural influences and research that shape athlete identities. Dieffenbach highlights key coaching techniques to enhance confidence and cohesion in teams, drawing on practical examples like Anson Dorrance's five-on-five story. Her expertise emphasizes the importance of tailored approaches for middle schoolers and community coaches, aiming to improve youth sports experience.