Explore strategies for diversifying and expanding the coaching pool in youth sports during this 27-minute conference talk from the 2019 Project Play Summit. Learn about the importance of role models, challenges in recruiting volunteers, and methods to increase participation from women and young adults. Gain insights from experts Dan Gould, Julie McCleery, and Nicole LaVoi as they discuss what makes a good coach, building life skills, adapting coaching styles for different age groups, and overcoming barriers to recruitment and retention. Discover approaches to tap into college communities, create a positive culture, and address the underrepresentation of women in coaching roles. Understand the significance of coaching staff diversity and its impact on youth development in sports.