Coach Checklist

Write down your coaching purpose, leadership style, and principles you'll bring to a team

Include teams coached, tournament results, highest rank, and qualifications

Produce analysis videos, written guides, or VOD reviews that highlight your game knowledge

Practice explaining concepts clearly and giving constructive feedback

Consider volunteering with amateur teams or serving as an analyst/assistant

Include role, experience, achievements, and target level of play

Emphasize your unique coaching identity and what you offer to teams

Use a motivational tone and focus on what you can contribute

Provide Discord, email, region/timezone, and availability

Ensure error-free, well-structured content that signals professionalism

Share on relevant platforms and reach out directly to teams

Advertise widely and scout proactively for talent

Set up organized scrim blocks with clear evaluation criteria

Explain evaluation criteria and tryout process to participants

Create conditions where players can perform their best

Assess mechanics, game sense, communication, and leadership

Evaluate how players handle mistakes and support teammates

Compare all candidates fairly using the same key points

Rotate players to find natural synergies

Select 2-3 players who will be the centerpiece of your strategy

Fill roles with complementary players who enable the core

Mix playstyles and champion pools for team flexibility

Assign shotcalling and in-game leadership responsibilities

Value chemistry and fit over raw individual skill

Select players with shared competitive values

Mix veterans and promising talent for optimal team dynamics

Share insights and engage professionally with the scene

Join relevant Discord servers and forums to build network

Contribute helpful content while staying humble

Handle public interactions maturely and avoid drama

Connect with players, coaches, and community members

Maintain updated information across all platforms

Work closely with analysts, managers, and other coaches

Establish responsibilities and communication channels

Study leadership, psychology, and coaching techniques

Consider formal training to boost credibility

Connect with experienced coaches and seek mentorship

Analyze patches and pro play to spot trends

Be ready to adjust strategies and methods as needed

Evaluate your performance and seek feedback