Päävalmentaja
Päävalmentaja is the Finnish term for the head coach of a sports team. The role denotes the senior coaching position responsible for the team's competitive performance and overall sporting strategy within a club or national program.
Key duties include designing training programs, developing game tactics, selecting players for matches, and making strategic
Decision-making typically covers lineup selection, substitutions, and tactical adjustments. The päävalmentaja also oversees player development, scout
Qualifications and career path usually include coaching licenses and extensive playing and coaching experience. In Finland
Usage: The term is widely used in Finnish football, ice hockey, basketball, and other sports to denote