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Athlete Self-Assessments

Discover how SkillShark makes athlete self assessments detailed and efficient. Watch our quick video guide for utilizing self-assessments now.

Athlete Self-assessments in SkillShark: A Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Create a new self-assessment

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  • Click on the “Events” section on the left-hand navigation bar.
  • Click “Add New” in the top right corner and click “Self-Assessment.”
  • Set a due date (e.g., mid-April). This ensures all athletes will have the assessment in to you by that date.

Step 2: Form evaluation metrics into questions

  • Toggle on the metrics you’d like to include and transform them into questions to ask your athletes.
  • I.,e,. Under Leadership, a question might be “How would you rate your leadership on the team?”

Step 3: Invite players

  • Select the players you’d like to invite to participate in the self-assessment.
  • Ensure all email addresses are valid, then click “Create Event.”
  • Note: Verify the successful delivery of the self-assessment and update player emails or make revisions as needed.

Step 4: Encourage athletes to complete assessment

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  • Athletes will receive prompts to download the mobile app and complete their self-assessment before the due date.

Step 5: Download or share reports

  • As reports are completed, download a PDF version of the report by selecting the blue download button to the right of the report.

There you have It! You’ve learned how to administer player self-assessments with SkillShark!

For more information on how to send self-assessments in SkillShark, visit our help center or schedule a call with a product expert.

FAQ — Athlete Self-Assessments

Athlete Self-assessments in SkillShark are events designed to provide coaches with new insights into their players. These assessments create accountability and awareness among athletes, aligning their mindset with their performance.

1. Navigate to the Events Page. 2. Click on “Add New” to create a self-assessment event. 3. Name your assessment, set a due date, and form evaluation metrics into insightful questions. 4. Invite players to participate and review the event details. 5. Click “Create Event” and ensure successful delivery.

SkillShark allows coaches to tailor questions by toggling on specific metrics. Ask meaningful questions to gain character insights and align them with your coaching objectives.

Athletes receive prompts to download the mobile app and complete their self-evaluation before the due date. Encourage players leading up to the event for maximum participation.

Once athletes complete the assessment, navigate to the Reports section and select “Self-assessments.” Click “View Scores” or explore detailed reports using the left and right arrow buttons.

Advanced Tips and Best Practices

Expert Advice: Maximize your player evaluation efficiency by encouraging athlete self-assessments. Help players develop a sense of awareness in areas they can improve on and maintain.

Use Cases: Discover how leading sports organizations use SkillShark to revolutionize player management and improve team dynamics.