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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I coach a team of 11-year-old girls that consists of 5 excellent players, all of whom have some travel experience; 5 players who are mediocre, and 5 players who have almost no skill at all.

The bottom players need to be taught basic skills. Is it acceptable to single these players out on coach them separately, while the other players work on more advanced skills?

I hesitate to do this because I don't want the bottom-five to feel embarrassed, but it seems like the best way to accelerate their progress.

Curious for your thoughts. As a coach, how would you approach this situation?[/quote]

I coach a different sport but I think it's a mix of group training/stations. Sometimes mix them and sometimes isolate the skills gaps. That way you get the best of both worlds -- kids with lesser skills watching and learning from their peers but also time together with their abilities so that drills can be focused to their needs.

The problem with rec is you're practicing, what, once a week?  So maybe have a practice plan that alternates like above.[/quote]

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