SportsAugust 31, 2026

coachingpocket

KOH-ching-pok-it

Definition

A metaphorical state where a coach exhibits calm, focus, and mastery over the various operational demands of leading a team.

Etymology

This is a compound formation combining 'coaching,' from the French 'coche' meaning a vehicle, and 'pocket,' from the Old French 'pokete.' It adapts the NFL terminology for a quarterback's protected, focused area of operation to describe the mental and tactical environment of a head coach.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe Michael Vick moving past his initial confusion as a new coach to finally demonstrating command and comfort in his leadership role.

Michael Vick has ‘foot on gas’ to start second season as head coach

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