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Returning & New Player Surveys

July 02, 20261 min read

New & Returning Player Surveys

At the start of every single season—whether you are returning a veteran championship roster or rebuilding with entirely new faces—one of your very first steps must be gathering player perspectives.

As the leader, it is your job to sketch the vision for the program. But if you want total buy-in, you have to allow your players to color in that vision. The easiest way to start is by asking a few simple, intentional questions before the first official whistle blows.

This simple act does two things immediately:

  • Identifies Quick Wins

  • Builds Alignment & Trust

The Pre-Season Player Perspective Form

Instead of guessing what your players are thinking heading into the year, deploy this simple Google Form. It is designed for you to copy, personalize, and send out to both new and returning players.


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JP Nerbun

JP Nerbun

J.P. Nerbun is an ICF certified PCC Executive Coach (trained at Georgetown University), Growth Edge Coach, Facilitator, and author of The Culture System.

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