

Worth Repeating: Gareth Rees on What to Look for in a Coach
Better Sports Parents by Scott Rintoul
S1
Apr 24, 2026
13:14
Episode notes
As a rugby player, Gareth Rees was arguably the most prominent Canadian to represent his country on the world stage and was inducted in to the International Rugby Hall of Fame and Canada's Sport Hall of Fame for his efforts. A father of two boys, Gareth has coached professionally and at the amateur sport level, which gives him a unique perspective on what parents should be looking for in a quality coach for their children. In this segment, Gareth highlights important qualities to look for in a youth coach, reveals red flags to be wary of, and shares an example of how creating a great relationship with a player allows a coach to deliver tough feedback when needed.
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Keywords
youth sports
parenting
athlete development
coaching
community
sport specialization
long-term success
leadership
relationship building
competition