Coaches and Scouts

Task by task

Each task this job involves, as listed by O*NET, rated on whether a large language model like GPT-4 could cut the time it takes by at least half at the same quality. Tasks marked Seen in real AI use appeared in conversations with Claude in April–May 2026 (Anthropic Economic Index).

• AI can speed this up on its own: 2 (7%)
• AI can speed this up with extra software: 14 (50%)
• Little or no AI speed-up: 12 (43%)

• Adjust coaching techniques, based on the strengths and weaknesses of athletes.AI can speed this up on its own · core task · Seen in real AI use
• File scouting reports that detail player assessments, provide recommendations on athlete recruitment, and identify locations and individuals to be targeted for future recruitment efforts.AI can speed this up on its own · supplemental task · Seen in real AI use
• Plan, organize, and conduct practice sessions.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Provide training direction, encouragement, motivation, and nutritional advice to prepare athletes for games, competitive events, or tours.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Plan strategies and choose team members for individual games or sports seasons.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Monitor the academic eligibility of student athletes.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of opposing teams to develop game strategies.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Evaluate athletes' skills and review performance records to determine their fitness and potential in a particular area of athletics.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Keep abreast of changing rules, techniques, technologies, and philosophies relevant to their sport.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Plan and direct physical conditioning programs that will enable athletes to achieve maximum performance.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
• Identify and recruit potential athletes by sending recruitment letters, meeting with recruits, and arranging and offering incentives, such as athletic scholarships.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
• Teach instructional courses and advise students.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task · Seen in real AI use
• Oversee the development and management of the sports program budget and fundraising activities.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
• Develop and arrange competition schedules and programs.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
• Keep and review paper, computerized, and video records of athlete, team, and opposing team performance.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
• Negotiate with professional athletes or their representatives to obtain services and arrange contracts.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
• Instruct individuals or groups in sports rules, game strategies, and performance principles, such as specific ways of moving the body, hands, or feet, to achieve desired results.Little or no AI speed-up · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Counsel student athletes on academic, athletic, and personal issues.Little or no AI speed-up · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Coordinate travel arrangements and travel with team to away contests.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Monitor athletes' use of equipment to ensure safe and proper use.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Explain and enforce safety rules and regulations.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Contact the parents of players to provide information and answer questions.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Arrange and conduct sports-related activities, such as training camps, skill-improvement courses, clinics, and pre-season try-outs.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Explain and demonstrate the use of sports and training equipment, such as trampolines or weights.Little or no AI speed-up · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Perform activities that support a team or a specific sport, such as participating in community outreach activities, meeting with media representatives, and appearing at fundraising events.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Hire, supervise, and work with extended coaching staff.Little or no AI speed-up · supplemental task
• Serve as organizer, leader, instructor, or referee for outdoor and indoor games, such as volleyball, football, and soccer.Little or no AI speed-up · supplemental task
• Select, acquire, store, and issue equipment and other materials as necessary.Little or no AI speed-up · supplemental task

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