Vincent Minjares
Program Manager for the Aspen Institute Sports & Society Program focused on Project Play, coach development, and youth sport systems; holds a Ph.D. in Coaching & Pedagogy and leads initiatives like the Million Coaches Challenge.
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Feb 19, 2026 • 1h 11min
#469 "The best form of coach education is coach retention" wth Dr. Vince Minjares, Aspen Institute Sport and Society Program Manager and Coach Developer
Dr. Vince Minjares, Program Manager at the Aspen Institute who leads coach development and Project Play initiatives, shares his coaching journey and academic roots. He discusses building tiered coach pathways, practical apprenticeship and mentoring models, the Million Coaches Challenge, and why keeping coaches long-term is the most powerful form of coach education.
Nov 20, 2024 • 58min
Vincent Minjares on Elevating Sports Coach Development
Vincent Minjares, Program Manager at the Aspen Institute, focuses on enhancing youth sports through innovative coach training and policy reforms. He discusses the importance of structured coaching development, comparing approaches in the U.S. and New Zealand. Vincent highlights the role of formal evaluations and self-assessment in coach growth. He stresses the need for emotional understanding in coaching and the community support required for success. Ultimately, he advocates for a holistic approach in nurturing young athletes, driven by data and research.
