For some time, we’ve contacted youth sports coaches of many different sports regarding our sports certificate templates. In our discussion with them about possible awards and their design, we had several takeaways from our conversations.
Key Takeaways from Coaches on Certificate Templates
First, nearly all the coaches agreed that kids love to be recognized in some fashion – both as a team and individually. Trophies at tournaments, words of praise at practices and post-games, and in just conversation, players thrive on reassurances and encouragement. Coaches also believed that this helped build the players’ confidence, which is critical, especially for younger players.
Secondly, coaches didn’t feel you needed to spend an arm-and-a-leg. The biggest and fanciest trophy wasn’t required. It was a case of more “it’s the the thought that counts.” An affordable way to recognize players would be great, coaches agreed.
Another key takeaway for coaches was that in addition to players, coaches would like to thank and recognize other folks associated with the team, such as team parents, scorekeepers, and other folks who helped the team in some way. The recognition awarded to players would also be nice for these other key team members.
See The Value of Editable Award Certificates.
Continuous Improvement
With those thoughts in mind, we’ve created and revised a series of award certificate templates for various sports, including baseball, basketball, football, hockey, lacrosse, softball, volleyball, dancing, ballet, wrestling, and more.
Some certificate packs have been so successful that we’ve returned to the design studios to create more to address specific needs. In some cases, we’ve updated the design look. In others, we’ve applied a new technology; for example, we now offer our basketball, baseball, and softball certificates in photo format.
So, now, you can place your photograph into the certificate and edit the player’s name, team name, date, and words of praise.
At this time of year, three products tend to fly off our digital shelves. They are:
Hockey Certificates
There are 25 hockey certificates in all in this pack. Above, you see nine of them. Pick your favorite design, personalize, print, and present it. The PDFs we provide work on Macs and PCs; they are what you see and get. It’s super easy, and you quickly have a memorable keepsake.
Basketball Certificates Templates
Our basketball award certificates are our best seller. With 71 designs to choose from, there’s something for everyone. Some coaches elect to present certificates regularly throughout the season – at the end of weekend tournaments, holiday breaks, etc. – while others choose to award one to each player at the season-ending banquet. It’s your call. Use them year after year with each team that you coach.
Softball Certificate Templates
These 50 softball certificates will help players and coaches remember some of the great times from your season – not just the games but the practices. Please take a minute, and for each player, write down a compliment or two to remember their contributions to the team.
Pass out a smile with all of these award certificates. Your players will love ’em!
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