JCSU'S TAYLOR CHOSEN TO ATTEND THE 2010 NCAA WOMEN COACHES ACADEMY

VANESSA TAYLOR CHOSEN TO ATTEND THE 2010 NCAA WOMEN COACHES ACADEMY

Skill enhancement academy
 
November 9, 2010

Charlotte, NC – Johnson C. Smith University head women’s basketball coach Vanessa Taylor has been selected to participate in the 2010 NCAA Women Coaches Academy being held December 13th – December 17th in Denver, Colorado.
 
The NCAA Women Coaches Academy provides skills training for coaches at all levels to assist them in being more efficient, productive, resourceful and successful. The academy is designed for women coaches who are ready and willing to increase their individual effectiveness by learning advanced skills and strategies that directly affect their personal and team success. The participants learn skills that are not sport specific, yet ones that are relevant and necessary for coaching responsibilities, beyond the X’s and O’s.
 
“I’m grateful to have the opportunity to attend this academy; I’m sure they’ll provide some useful tips and information for improving as a coach,” said Taylor. “Though I have a good deal of experience as a coach, you’re never too far along to learn and become better at your craft.”
 
Vanessa Taylor is entering her 10th season as head coach of the JCSU women's basketball program. Prior to her joining the Golden Bulls staff, Taylor compiled an 83-95 record over seven years at Elizabeth City State University.

In nine seasons as head coach of the Lady Golden Bulls, Taylor has guided her team to the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) Championship game on four separate occasions. JCSU finished as runners-up in 2003, 2006 and 2008; then captured the first ever women's CIAA Tournament Championship at Johnson C. Smith in 2009. Thus far, her career record at JCSU is an impressive 167-100 and 250-195 overall.
 
The WCA is designed to give coaches the opportunity to understand their expanding role as a coach, along with perspectives and skills to help them make the most of their situation. In the company and understanding of other coaches, they will have the opportunity to talk and listen with others to gain support and learn new tools and strategies.
 
The first component is the Core Curriculum offered in a five day format. The WCA program is structured into four educational tracks. 1. Philosophy and Fundamentals. 2. Management Skills. 3. Communication Strategies.  4. Career Development.
 
There is no doubt that the Women Coaches Academy has made an impact on the coaches who have attended, and in turn, they will impact the lives of their student athletes.
 
It’s simple – as a coach grows and develops better skills and perspectives -- student athletes and schools benefit.