What does it feel like to be coached by you?
The Character Combine measures observable coaching behavior across five tools, gathers perspective from the people you serve, and guides you through a verified development process.
- Observable standards
- 12Observable standards
- Evaluator groups
- 5Evaluator groups
- Point observed scale
- 24Point observed scale
- Phenomenal coach
- 1Phenomenal coach
Five-Tool Profile
Independent Observation
- Communicate1.8 / 2.0
- Develop1.5 / 2.0
- Connect1.9 / 2.0
- Model1.2 / 2.0
- Inspire1.7 / 2.0
Observed Coaching Score
19 / 24
Illustrative profile. Demonstration data only.
Independent Assessment
Trained observers assess on evidence, not reputation.
Leadership Development
Five tools, twelve standards, one development path.
Verified Improvement
Reassessment confirms change. Task completion does not.
The signature model
Five tools. Twelve observable standards.
Every assessment is scored against behavior an observer can see and describe. Each standard carries a four-point anchor set: deficient, developing, meets standard, and not enough evidence. Missing evidence is never converted into a zero.
Communicate
- Clarity
- Respect
Develop
- Instruction
- Engagement
- Fairness
Connect
- Belonging
- Trust
Model
- Leadership
- Physical Safety
- Emotional Safety
Inspire
- Encouragement
- Confidence
0 — Deficient
Behavior absent or harmful.
1 — Developing
Inconsistent, emerging practice.
2 — Meets Standard
Consistent and observable.
The development system
Analyze. Architect. Apply. Adjust.
A four-stage operating system. Completing an action is not the same as verified improvement — only reassessment closes the loop.
Analyze
Understand what the evidence reveals.
- Complete the Five-Tool assessment.
- Examine observations and evaluator perspectives.
- Identify strengths, deficiencies, and missing evidence.
- Establish the baseline.
Architect
Design a practical path toward improvement.
- Review recommendations from SCOUT, ACE, GIGI, and ROXY.
- Identify two priority development objectives.
- Establish actions, owners, timelines, and verification criteria.
- Require authorized approval of the development plan.
Apply
Turn the plan into consistent coaching behavior.
- Implement approved development actions.
- Track progress and completion.
- Record supporting evidence.
- Identify barriers requiring attention.
Adjust
Verify improvement and refine the approach.
- Conduct a follow-up assessment.
- Compare new evidence against the baseline.
- Determine whether the targeted behaviors improved.
- Revise the plan where necessary.
Multi-perspective evaluation
The scoreboard is only one view.
Feedback comes from five groups who experience the coaching differently. Each group answers its own questionnaire — never a duplicated set — and carries a configurable weight held as versioned platform configuration.
Two distinct results
The Observed Coaching Score is the independent observer's evidence-based assessment. The Five-Tool Coaching Profile is the weighted, multi-perspective view. If an evaluator group is missing, the profile is labeled provisional.
Default evaluator weights
V1Independent trained observer
40%
Full 12-standard evidence assessment
Athletes
25%
Confidential, age-appropriate questionnaire
Parents
15%
Communication, respect and family experience
Coaching peers
10%
Instruction, preparation, professional conduct
Coach self-assessment
10%
Reflection and self-awareness
Initial product defaults, not yet empirically validated. Athlete-group results are withheld below five eligible responses unless privacy review raises the threshold.
Specialist review
Four specialists. One authorized record.
Each specialist reads the same finalized assessment through a different responsibility, and must cite the evidence behind every substantive finding. None of them changes a score, invents evidence, or makes a disciplinary decision.
Eagle Eye
Finds the overlooked detail: scoring gaps, inconsistencies and missing information.
Blueprint
Turns findings into practical routines, measurable actions and repeatable systems.
Common Ground
Examines communication, trust, belonging and the athlete experience.
Next Move
Prioritizes what matters most now and names the immediate next actions.
Entry points
Start where you sit.
Invitation links expire and can be used once. Evaluators never see other respondents' answers or administrative dashboards.
Coaches
Complete your self-assessment, review authorized results, and manage your development plan.
Leagues & programs
Manage coaches, teams, seasons, observers and assessment windows for your organization.
Evaluators
Observers, peers, parents and athletes complete confidential questionnaires by secure invitation.
Pilot organization: Rancho Cordova Athletic Association · Demonstration records only.