[Core] [108% incumbents] Plan, organize, and conduct practice sessions.
  DWAs: Coordinate athletic or sporting events or activities.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Provide training direction, encouragement, motivation, and nutritional advice to prepare athletes for games, competitive events, or tours.
  DWAs: Train others on performance techniques.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Adjust coaching techniques, based on the strengths and weaknesses of athletes.
  DWAs: Coach others.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Instruct individuals or groups in sports rules, game strategies, and performance principles, such as specific ways of moving the body, hands, or feet, to achieve desired results.
  DWAs: Train others on performance techniques.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Monitor the academic eligibility of student athletes.
  DWAs: Monitor student performance. | Monitor student behavior, social development, or health. | Evaluate characteristics of individuals to determine needs or eligibility.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Counsel student athletes on academic, athletic, and personal issues.
  DWAs: Coach others.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Coordinate travel arrangements and travel with team to away contests.
  DWAs: Coordinate logistics for productions or events.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Evaluate athletes' skills and review performance records to determine their fitness and potential in a particular area of athletics.
  DWAs: Evaluate skills of athletes or performers.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Monitor athletes' use of equipment to ensure safe and proper use.
  DWAs: Monitor performance of organizational members or partners. | Monitor activities of individuals to ensure safety or compliance with rules. | Advise athletes, coaches, or trainers on exercise regimens, nutrition, or equipment use.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Keep abreast of changing rules, techniques, technologies, and philosophies relevant to their sport.
  DWAs: Maintain knowledge of laws or regulations.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Explain and enforce safety rules and regulations.
  DWAs: Coach others.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Contact the parents of players to provide information and answer questions.
  DWAs: Provide educational information to the public.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Arrange and conduct sports-related activities, such as training camps, skill-improvement courses, clinics, and pre-season try-outs.
  DWAs: Coordinate athletic or sporting events or activities.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Explain and demonstrate the use of sports and training equipment, such as trampolines or weights.
  DWAs: Coach others.

[Core] [108% incumbents] Perform activities that support a team or a specific sport, such as participating in community outreach activities, meeting with media representatives, and appearing at fundraising events.
  DWAs: Promote products, activities, or organizations.

[Supplemental] [108% incumbents] Plan and direct physical conditioning programs that will enable athletes to achieve maximum performance.
  DWAs: Coordinate athletic or sporting events or activities.

[Supplemental] [108% incumbents] Identify and recruit potential athletes by sending recruitment letters, meeting with recruits, and arranging and offering incentives, such as athletic scholarships.
  DWAs: Participate in staffing decisions. | Recruit personnel.

[Supplemental] [108% incumbents] Serve as organizer, leader, instructor, or referee for outdoor and indoor games, such as volleyball, football, and soccer.
  DWAs: Coordinate athletic or sporting events or activities.

[Supplemental] [108% incumbents] Teach instructional courses and advise students.
  DWAs: Train others on performance techniques.

[Supplemental] [108% incumbents] Oversee the development and management of the sports program budget and fundraising activities.
  DWAs: Manage operations of artistic or entertainment departments or organizations.

[Supplemental] [108% incumbents] Keep and review paper, computerized, and video records of athlete, team, and opposing team performance.
  DWAs: Evaluate skills of athletes or performers. | Maintain records, documents, or other files.

[Supplemental] [108% incumbents] File scouting reports that detail player assessments, provide recommendations on athlete recruitment, and identify locations and individuals to be targeted for future recruitment efforts.
  DWAs: Evaluate skills of athletes or performers.

[Supplemental] [108% incumbents] Select, acquire, store, and issue equipment and other materials as necessary.
  DWAs: Select materials or props. | Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.

[Core] [107% incumbents] Plan strategies and choose team members for individual games or sports seasons.
  DWAs: Select staff, team members, or performers.

[Core] [107% incumbents] Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of opposing teams to develop game strategies.
  DWAs: Evaluate skills of athletes or performers.

[Supplemental] [107% incumbents] Develop and arrange competition schedules and programs.
  DWAs: Coordinate athletic or sporting events or activities.

[Supplemental] [106% incumbents] Hire, supervise, and work with extended coaching staff.
  DWAs: Select staff, team members, or performers.

--- SKILLS ---
  Speaking (imp:4.38 lvl:4.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Learning Strategies (imp:4.12 lvl:4.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Monitoring (imp:4.12 lvl:4.75) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Listening (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Critical Thinking (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Learning (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Writing (imp:3.62 lvl:4.00) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Mathematics (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.62 lvl:1.12) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Education and Training (imp:3.83 lvl:4.79) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  English Language (imp:3.69 lvl:3.65) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Administration and Management (imp:3.58 lvl:3.55) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Psychology (imp:3.56 lvl:4.09) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.52 lvl:4.27) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Communications and Media (imp:3.25 lvl:3.27) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:3.17 lvl:3.73) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.11 lvl:2.89) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Computers and Electronics (imp:3.05 lvl:3.30) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Administrative (imp:3.01 lvl:3.09) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:2.83 lvl:3.40) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Mathematics (imp:2.80 lvl:3.32) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.73 lvl:3.13) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Transportation (imp:2.60 lvl:2.44) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:2.51 lvl:2.82) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:2.40 lvl:2.08) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Telecommunications (imp:2.20 lvl:1.43) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Design (imp:2.16 lvl:2.09) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Law and Government (imp:2.14 lvl:1.69) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.13 lvl:1.49) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:2.08 lvl:2.03) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Production and Processing (imp:2.03 lvl:1.78) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Biology (imp:1.98 lvl:1.60) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Physics (imp:1.84 lvl:1.32) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Foreign Language (imp:1.82 lvl:1.58) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Geography (imp:1.77 lvl:1.53) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Mechanical (imp:1.76 lvl:1.17) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.73 lvl:1.57) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Fine Arts (imp:1.62) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Chemistry (imp:1.59 lvl:1.14) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  History and Archeology (imp:1.57 lvl:1.07) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Food Production (imp:1.47 lvl:0.92) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Building and Construction (imp:1.37 lvl:0.62) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Expression (imp:4.62 lvl:4.75) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Oral Comprehension (imp:4.12 lvl:3.88) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Speech Recognition (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Originality (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Information Ordering (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.75 lvl:4.00) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.75 lvl:4.12) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.75 lvl:4.00) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Near Vision (imp:3.62 lvl:3.25) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Written Expression (imp:3.50 lvl:3.75) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Visualization (imp:3.38 lvl:4.38) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Far Vision (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Selective Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Time Sharing (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Static Strength (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Memorization (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.62 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Stamina (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.50 lvl:1.88) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Depth Perception (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Manual Dexterity (imp:2.38 lvl:1.88) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.00 lvl:2.38) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.00 lvl:2.38) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Control Precision (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Response Orientation (imp:1.00) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Rate Control (imp:1.00) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Reaction Time (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Night Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:4.45 lvl:5.41) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.32 lvl:3.84) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:4.30 lvl:5.08) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:4.29 lvl:5.07) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:4.23 lvl:4.03) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Getting Information (imp:4.04 lvl:3.69) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:4.04 lvl:3.49) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:4.03 lvl:3.94) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.02 lvl:4.13) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.99 lvl:3.92) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.95 lvl:4.22) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.94 lvl:3.30) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.94 lvl:4.17) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.84 lvl:4.09) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.82 lvl:3.90) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.81 lvl:3.99) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Processing Information (imp:3.72 lvl:3.43) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.70 lvl:3.67) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.67 lvl:4.29) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.64 lvl:3.57) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Working with Computers (imp:3.64 lvl:2.99) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.52 lvl:3.44) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.51 lvl:3.25) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:3.51 lvl:3.14) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.42 lvl:2.90) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.38 lvl:2.91) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.37 lvl:3.86) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:3.29 lvl:3.18) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:3.16 lvl:3.55) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.14 lvl:3.83) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.05 lvl:3.11) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.92 lvl:3.07) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.91 lvl:2.77) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.80 lvl:2.70) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:2.79 lvl:1.67) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.28 lvl:1.45) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.24 lvl:1.48) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.80 lvl:0.95) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:1.70 lvl:1.02) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.46 lvl:0.73) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.46 lvl:0.72) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:10.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cooperation (imp:9.00) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:8.00) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Social Orientation (imp:7.00) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Self-Control (imp:6.00) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Stress Tolerance (imp:5.00) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Perseverance (imp:4.00) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:3.00) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:2.71) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Dependability (imp:2.56) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Achievement Orientation (imp:2.42) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Social Orientation (imp:2.40) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:2.36) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Cooperation (imp:2.30) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:2.21) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Perseverance (imp:2.19) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Self-Control (imp:2.14) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Initiative (imp:2.03) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Self-Confidence (imp:2.00) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Optimism (imp:1.78) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Sincerity (imp:1.72) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Adaptability (imp:1.61) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Innovation (imp:1.60) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Empathy (imp:1.54) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Integrity (imp:1.51) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.31) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.26) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:1.11) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Initiative (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Humility (imp:0.85) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail () — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:-0.35) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Instructing (imp:4.75 lvl:4.75) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Coordination (imp:3.88 lvl:4.12) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Persuasion (imp:3.88 lvl:4.12) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Systems Analysis (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Time Management (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:3.88 lvl:4.38) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Service Orientation (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Negotiation (imp:3.62 lvl:4.00) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:3.62 lvl:4.12) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Operations Analysis (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:2.38) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Technology Design (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Troubleshooting (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Operation and Control (imp:1.62 lvl:1.25) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Programming (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 248,950
  annual_median    : $47,320
  annual_pct10     : $28,790
  annual_pct25     : $35,330
  annual_pct75     : $64,710
  annual_pct90     : $98,860
  annual_mean      : $60,160
  hourly_median    : N/A

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : New Jersey ($76,700)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($32,090)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.390x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (50 total) ---
  Educational Services                     emp:  172,670  median: $  46,890
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:   64,620  median: $  48,450
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    5,820  median: $  44,060
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    3,420  median: $  41,130
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      860  median: $  64,450
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:      820  median: $  52,000
  Accommodation and Food Services          emp:      460  median: $  55,730
  Retail Trade                             emp:      100  median: $       0

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (8 total) ---
  Educational Services                     emp:  172,670  median: $  46,890
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:   64,620  median: $  48,450
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    5,820  median: $  44,060
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    3,420  median: $  41,130
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      860  median: $  64,450
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:      820  median: $  52,000
  Accommodation and Food Services          emp:      460  median: $  55,730
  Retail Trade                             emp:      100  median: $       0

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matched_title      : N/A
match_score        : 0.0000
wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T21:23:44.170661Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Professional fitness coach (similarity: 0.2273)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Professional_fitness_coach
  QID: Q8563456
  Extract: A professional fitness coach is a professional in the field of fitness and exercise, most often instruction, including professional sports club's fitness trainers and aerobics and yoga instructors and authors of fitness instruction books or manuals.

  Title: List of Colorado Rockies head coaches (similarity: 0.2545)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Colorado_Rockies_head_coaches
  QID: Q1414772
  Extract: 
This is a list of head coaches that have coached the Kansas City Scouts and the Colorado Rockies of the NHL. This list does not include the head coaches of the New Jersey Devils.

  Title: Kansas City Scouts (similarity: 0.5556)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kansas_City_Scouts
  QID: Q939098
  Extract: The Kansas City Scouts were a professional ice hockey team in the National Hockey League (NHL) from 1974 to 1976. In 1976, the franchise relocated to Denver and became the Colorado Rockies. In 1982, the Rockies relocated to New Jersey where they have since been known as the New Jersey Devils.

  Title: Scout (sport) (similarity: 0.3871)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scout_(sport)
  QID: Q1339677
  Extract: In professional sports, scouts are experienced talent evaluators who travel extensively for the purposes of watching athletes play their chosen sports, and they determine whether their set of skills and talents represent what is needed by the scout's organization. Some scouts are interested primaril

  Title: United Kingdom football sexual abuse scandal (similarity: 0.1290)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_Kingdom_football_sexual_abuse_scandal
  QID: Q27924605
  Extract: 

A child sexual abuse scandal involving the abuse of young players at association football clubs in the United Kingdom began in mid-November 2016. The revelations began when former professional footballers waived their rights to anonymity and talked publicly about being abused by former coaches and

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model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong confidence based on detailed O*NET data covering skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities. BLS wage data provides reliable market intelligence, and related occupations show clear career pathways.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T18:09:38.221344+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,424
tokens_output        : 4,294
cost_usd             : $0.048272
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found, with best semantic neighbors focusing on specific sports teams or general fitness coaching rather than the comprehensive coaching and scouting profession.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Coaches and Scouts instruct groups and individuals in sports fundamentals for competitive purposes, demonstrating techniques and evaluating athletic performance. They plan practice sessions, provide training direction and motivation, and assess athletes' strengths and weaknesses to improve technique and prepare for competition. These professionals combine educational expertise with sports knowledge to develop athletic talent and team performance.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Coaches plan and conduct practice sessions, adjusting techniques based on individual athlete strengths and weaknesses as demonstrated in their top work activity of coaching and developing others (importance 4.3, level 5.1). They instruct groups in sports rules and game strategies while monitoring equipment use for safety compliance. Throughout the day, they counsel student athletes on academic and personal issues, requiring strong interpersonal relationship skills (importance 4.5, level 5.4). Administrative duties include monitoring academic eligibility, coordinating travel arrangements for away contests, and staying current with changing rules and technologies. They evaluate athletes' skills and review performance records to determine fitness and potential, drawing on their critical thinking abilities (importance 4.0, level 4.0) and judgment skills.

WHO THRIVES:
This role attracts individuals with strong Social and Enterprising interests (RIASEC S:5.31, E:5.15), indicating those who enjoy helping others develop and leading teams toward goals. Successful coaches demonstrate exceptional dependability (importance 10.0) and cooperation (importance 9.0), essential for building trust with athletes and managing team dynamics. They possess high achievement orientation (importance 8.0) and social orientation (importance 7.0), driving both personal excellence and team success. Strong oral expression abilities (importance 4.6, level 4.8) and speech clarity enable effective instruction and motivation. The role requires individuals who can balance firm guidance with supportive mentorship, adapting their communication style to diverse personalities and skill levels.

CAREER ENTRY:
Entry typically requires a bachelor's degree (48.9% of practitioners), often in exercise science, kinesiology, or a related field, reflecting the Job Zone 4 classification requiring considerable preparation. Many coaches combine formal education with extensive playing experience in their sport, providing credibility and technical expertise. Master's degrees are common (19.4%), particularly for higher-level coaching positions or specialized areas. Coaching certifications specific to the sport, along with CPR and first aid training, are frequently required or preferred by employers.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Career progression often moves from assistant coaching roles to head coach positions, with opportunities to advance from youth or high school levels to collegiate or professional coaching. Some coaches transition into athletic director roles, sports management, or training and development specialist positions (related O*NET occupation 13-1151.00). The skills in coaching and developing others, along with administration and management knowledge, create pathways into corporate training, team building consulting, or fitness and wellness coordination roles. Advanced positions may include training and development management or postsecondary teaching in recreation and fitness studies.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The profession employs 248,950 people nationally with a median annual wage of $47,320 according to BLS OEWS May 2025, though compensation varies significantly by geographic location and level. Geographic wage dispersion shows a 2.39x ratio between highest-paying New Jersey ($76,700) and lowest-paying Puerto Rico ($32,090), reflecting regional economic differences and competition levels. Educational Services dominates employment with 172,670 positions, followed by Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation with 64,620 positions. The wage range spans from $28,790 (10th percentile) to $98,860 (90th percentile), indicating substantial earning potential for experienced coaches at elite levels. Demand remains steady as schools and recreational programs continue to emphasize athletics and fitness.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
This role shows low automation risk due to its heavy reliance on interpersonal relationships, real-time decision making, and complex human judgment. The core activities of establishing relationships with athletes, coaching and developing others, and making situational decisions require emotional intelligence and adaptability that current automation cannot replicate. While some administrative tasks like scheduling may become more automated, the fundamental coaching functions remain distinctly human.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [knowledge_overlap] Athletic Trainers (29-9091.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both require psychology knowledge and focus on athlete development and safety monitoring.
    data: Psychology knowledge importance 3.6
    data: Monitor equipment use for safety
    data: Counsel athletes on personal issues
  [skill_overlap] Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors (39-9031.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles emphasize instructing (4.8 importance/level) and social perceptiveness for client development.
    data: Instructing skill 4.8
    data: Group instruction in techniques
    data: Motivational advice provision
  [riasec_cluster] Training and Development Specialists (13-1151.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Shared Social-Enterprising profile supports coaching others and developing organizational talent.
    data: RIASEC S:5.31, E:5.15
    data: Coaching and Developing Others activity
    data: Learning Strategies skill 4.1
  [career_pathway] Athletes and Sports Competitors (27-2021.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Former athletes commonly transition to coaching roles, leveraging playing experience and sport knowledge.
    data: Sport-specific expertise required
    data: Performance evaluation abilities
    data: Competition preparation focus
  [task_similarity] Self-Enrichment Teachers (25-3021.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both instruct groups in specialized skills and adapt teaching methods to individual learner needs.
    data: Instruct groups in techniques
    data: Adjust coaching based on strengths/weaknesses
    data: Education and Training knowledge 3.8
  [knowledge_overlap] Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials (27-2023.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both require comprehensive knowledge of sports rules and maintain updated understanding of rule changes.
    data: Keep abreast of changing rules
    data: Sports rules instruction
    data: Public Safety and Security knowledge
  [wage_band] Fitness and Wellness Coordinators (11-9179.01) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Similar compensation levels and shared focus on physical fitness program management.
    data: Median wage $47,320
    data: Educational Services employment
    data: Administration and Management knowledge

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['coach', 'scout', 'athletic', 'sports', 'training', 'instruction', 'athlete', 'competition']
  exclude_keywords : ['referee', 'umpire', 'player', 'competitor', 'spectator']
  title_patterns   : ['coach', 'athletic coach', 'scout', 'sports coach', 'trainer']
  common_variations: ['athletic coach', 'sports coach', 'athletic instructor', 'baseball coach', 'basketball coach', 'athletic scout', 'boxing coach', 'team coach']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['others', 'tendency', 'equipment', 'activities', 'athletes', 'performance', 'techniques', 'principles', 'events', 'team', 'coaching', 'rules', 'sports', 'materials', 'includes', 'control', 'objects', 'body', 'management', 'ideas']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
others                     50  0.01737  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:76%  dwas:14%  inference:8%
tendency                   42  0.01459  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
equipment                  29  0.01007  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:79%  onet_tasks:10%  dwas:7%
activities                 21  0.00729  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:43%  dwas:33%  onet_tasks:19%
athletes                   19  0.00660  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:42%  dwas:26%  inference:26%
performance                19  0.00660  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:37%  dwas:26%  onet_tasks:21%
techniques                 17  0.00590  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:59%  dwas:18%  onet_tasks:12%
principles                 17  0.00590  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:94%  onet_tasks:6%
events                     16  0.00556  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  dwas:38%  onet_tasks:12%
team                       15  0.00521  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:33%  inference:27%  wikipedia:20%
coaching                   14  0.00486  inference            inference:71%  onet_tasks:14%  onet_dimensions:14%
rules                      14  0.00486  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:57%  onet_tasks:21%  inference:14%
sports                     13  0.00451  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:38%  inference:38%  wikipedia:23%
materials                  13  0.00451  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:77%  dwas:15%  onet_tasks:8%
includes                   12  0.00417  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
control                    12  0.00417  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00417  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       11  0.00382  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:91%  onet_tasks:9%
management                 11  0.00382  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  inference:27%  onet_tasks:9%
ideas                      11  0.00382  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                11  0.00382  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:82%  inference:18%
developing                 11  0.00382  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  inference:27%
athletic                   10  0.00347  dwas                 dwas:50%  inference:30%  onet_tasks:20%
fitness                    10  0.00347  inference            inference:50%  wikipedia:40%  onet_tasks:10%
monitoring                 10  0.00347  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
coaches                    10  0.00347  inference            inference:60%  wikipedia:30%  dwas:10%
individuals                 9  0.00313  inference            inference:33%  onet_tasks:22%  onet_dimensions:22%
personal                    9  0.00313  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:22%  onet_tasks:11%
problems                    9  0.00313  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needs                       9  0.00313  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  dwas:11%
human                       9  0.00313  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00313  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00313  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
importance                  9  0.00313  inference            inference:89%  onet_dimensions:11%
strategies                  8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  onet_tasks:38%  inference:12%
ways                        8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
moving                      8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
procedures                  8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
production                  8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
providing                   8  0.00278  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%