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Resources for Coaches, Parents and Teams

Below is a collection of resources from important tournament paperwork documents to team exercises, brainstorming ideas and coaching tips. Have a question or an idea for a resource you don’t see? Let us know!

Forms and Files

Style Form

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Cost Form

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Outside Assistance

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Coach Code of Conduct

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Team Code of Conduct

Download

Team Contract

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Important note: Coach and Team Code of Conduct forms must be submitted online prior to competition. Downloadable forms are for review and reference only. Submit both Coach and Team forms HERE.

Coaching Tips and Info

Online Odyssey Program Guide

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Team Building Resources

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Bob’s Top 10 Teambuilding Tips

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Coach Checklist

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Role of a Coach

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Intro to Coaching

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Coaches – Understanding Outside Assistance

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The Coaching Journey and Reminders

Download

Odyssey of the Mind 10-Week Program

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Spontaneous Handbook

Download

Spontaneous Tips

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Spontaneous Video Tips

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Students, Teams and Parents

Student-Parent Agreement

Download

Parents – Understanding Outside Assistance

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Team Member Recruitment Flyer

Download

NorCal Scholarships

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Brainstorming Techniques

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Team Webinars

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