Coach Rating: Barb Weinberg at University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

A Motivational, Respectful Team Builder!

Date: July 4, 2023

By Other

5.0

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Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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"My daughter is having a wonderful experience being coached by Barb. Honest and followed through with commitments she made to my daughter."

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Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

Personal Observations Of A Parent

Date: July 3, 2023

By Other

2.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

2.0

3.0

1.0

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Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players Believes In You Honest Knowledgeable

"My daughter was managed by this coach for 4 years. Her experience and that of many of her team mates was far less positive than those detailed by by parents and players below. Formal complaints were made at the time regarding Coach Weinberg’s coaching style and the documented detrimental effect she was having on many player’s mental health. The complaints were not the views of a ‘disgruntled individual’, rather the collated views of many players who felt intimated and unable to make personal representations for fear of recriminations. I personally witnessed some of this behaviour in relation to my daughter and her teammates . The AD was aware of all the issues raised at the time. Comments on here suggest coach Weinberg and the Athletics dept. took note and that things may have changed but the recent article in the Boston Globe tells a different but all too familiar side to this story. "

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Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

All Athletes Have A Story Behind Them

Date: July 3, 2023

By Other

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

1.0

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Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players Believes In You Honest Knowledgeable

" I think with any coach there will be those that support them, and those that do not. Two girls can have been on the team at the exact same time and have very different experiences. I think the extreme polar opposites in reviews are actually indicative of the culture created by this program, at least historically. There are the ‘haves’ and ‘have nots’. Throughout my time on the umass field hockey program I could have been considered both a have and a have not, depending on the time frame we look at. As a have not, you are lead to feel unworthy as a human being, that you simply aren’t good enough. Your worth as a person is dictated by your playing time on the field, which I believe is not truly down to ability alone. Yet, when you’re a have, you believe the have nots have done this to themselves. I remember, when I became a ‘have’ I genuinely looked down on close friends and believed that were being treated badly by Barb and the coaching staff because of their own behaviours. They weren’t, they we your average 18-22 year old girls just trying to juggle life. It is a sign of an unfit leader that girls turn on each other, pointing fingers inwardly rather than moving forward as a team. I truly believe, those in such outspoken support of Barb will look back in the future, when they’re fully removed from the system and realise that fundamental flaws. I cannot fault them for not seeing it while the are fully immersed in the experience - but some introspection upon being removed from the program will show it’s shortfalls. Retention rates for this coach are shocking. When you look at the class of 2021, 11 committed to be part of that class and I believe 2 walked on senior day - they had Barb as their coach for all four years. The class of 2022 lost 3/6 of its players. The class of 2023 lost 3/9 of its players after their first year, and this was before Barb started cutting people - I won’t get into the utterly preposterous fact Barb has been cutting freshmen after one season and not even giving them the chance to prove themselves in a spring season. These players left off their own accord - to remove themselves for this environment in various aspects. I personal suffered with my mental health for the entirety of my time in the program, and I know many of the girls I was there with fought some very similar battles. One could argue this isn’t fully down to Barb, this culture has been allowed to fester by Ryan Bamford and the umass athletic faculty. I know Barb’s shortcomings were raised to athletic administration in October 2019 and yet, in spring 2023, he is still admitting Barb has some communication issues. I could write a novel on the shortcomings of this program and the individuals that lead it, but I shall not turn this into a vendetta. I would just urge anyone reading reviews, news articles or consuming any type of media related to umass field hockey to be objective. Would a team that is so heathy and balanced have such polar opposite view points? And would it have such a high turn over rate? "

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Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

Best Field Hockey Coach Out There!

Date: May 5, 2023

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players Believes In You Honest Knowledgeable

"Coach Barb has been such a great coach and mentor for my daughter. She brings the team together, encourages them, gives them honest feedback to help them excel athletically and academically. My daughter has had a great college experience and when she is older, she will look back at her college years and remember the positive impact her coach had on her. We are very fortunate to have Coach Barb as our head coach. She doesn’t deserve the recent slander that she has been receiving from one former player. It’s quite upsetting that this one individual is allowed to slander and bully our coach. It should not be tolerated. We love Coach Barb! "

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Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

Barb Weinberg Is A Great Coach And A Great Role Model

Date: May 4, 2023

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players Believes In You Honest Knowledgeable

"The first time I met Barb during the recruiting process, I knew my daughter would be in good hands. We have not been disappointed and, in fact, Barb has exceeded our expectations. We have found her to be kind, supportive, attentive and caring. My daughter has excelled both academically and athletically under her guidance and she has proven to be a great role model. Like any college coach, her expectations are high. And like any college sport, especially D1, it's rigorous for the student-athlete. But through it all, she has been able to create and maintain a positive team culture. She cares for all of her athletes beyond the field, providing support for everything from nutrition to mental health. The girls love her and her retention rate is very high. Thank you, Barb! "

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Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

Barb Weinberg Is A Positive And Caring Person.

Date: May 3, 2023

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players Believes In You Honest Knowledgeable

"Barb is a fantastic coach who cares about her team and players. She treats you as a person not just a player. I have so much respect for her knowledge and coaching ability. One of my favourite coaches I’ve ever had. "

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Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

Barb Is The Kindest Coach, She Is One In A Million

Date: May 3, 2023

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players Believes In You Honest Knowledgeable

"She is an honest coach, who always has the athlete's best interest at heart. She is a knowledgeable coach who creates such a positive team environment for everyone to play in. She brings out the best in all of her athletes both on the field and in life. I will always remember Barb as a coach who put our mental health first and foremost above all else. "

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Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

I Have Been Lucky To Have Barb As My Coach

Date: May 3, 2023

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players Believes In You Honest Knowledgeable

"Barb Weinberg is one of the most caring coaches I have ever had. She has worked extremely hard to incorporate mental health professionals and dietitians onto the staff of our team to help players that were struggling. She constantly is checking in with her athletes and has built an amazing team culture. I have played with her for many years now and I am lucky to have gotten her as a coach. Addressing the recent slander Barb has gone under, it is important to note that everyone is entitled to their own opinion and emotions. With this, it is hard to decipher what is the truth about the information that is being told. It is clear someone is very upset and they are saying things out of spite and hatred for Barb. Their feelings are valid, but keep in mind the place that it is coming from. I fully stand behind Barb, the person she is, and the decisions she has made. WE LOVE YOU BARB!"

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Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

Very Positive Experience With Coach Barb

Date: May 3, 2023

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players Believes In You Honest Knowledgeable

"As a parent of a student athlete that has had Coach Barb all 4 years while at UMass, I have to say that the coaching experience has been fantastic. Coach Barb has been extremely supportive and has continually checked in on my daughters mental and physical health. Coach Barb has been extremely supportive. She provides positive feedback and gives ideas for growth as a player as well as a leader on the field. All players that enter D1 college athletics understand that they will have to earn their spot on the team and continue to grow and develop in order to remain on the team. Any college athlete knows that they are not 100% guaranteed a position or a spot on a team. I believe Coach Barb gives great guidance and feedback on how to be the best possible player and teammate and what actions can be taken to improve performance. Coach Barb has been very instrumental in my daughter’s development and college experience, both on and off the field. I couldn’t think of a better coach out there."

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Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

Barb Is The Best Coach A Person Can Wish For

Date: May 3, 2023

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players Believes In You Honest Knowledgeable

"Barb is the best coach I have encounter in my many years of playing field hockey. She checks on my mental state constantly and truly cares how I am doing. She will motivate me positively when I am having a bad day, but pushes me to my fullest potential. Every person I know loves Barb. She is a loving and caring person that will do anything to put a smile on my face everyday. "

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Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

The Best Person/ Coach On And Off The Field!!!

Date: May 3, 2023

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players Believes In You Honest Knowledgeable

"Barb is an amazing coach in and off the field. She pushes us to make us better players and people. By far one of the best coaches I have had over the 13 years of playing this sport. She is understanding and deeply cares for her players. I love Barb so much and I couldn’t have been more blessed with such a great coach and person!!! "

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Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

The Coach You Dream About Having

Date: May 3, 2023

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players Believes In You Honest Knowledgeable

"I have been playing field hockey for 11 years and Barb is the most compassionate coach I’ve had. She really cares for her players in a way that’s rare to see at a high level. I have nothing but respect for her and she makes me want to become a better player and person every day. "

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Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

A Coach Who Cares About The Individual Person More Than Their Athletic Ability

Date: May 3, 2023

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players Believes In You Honest Knowledgeable

"Barb has personally helped me through hard time and allowed me to take time away from hockey when needed. She separates the person and the player and is always there for you. She pushes you to be your best even when you think that goal in not untrainable. Barb has never been anything but a great supporter to me"

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Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

Cares About You Outside Field Hockey!

Date: May 3, 2023

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players Believes In You Honest Knowledgeable

"One of the most understanding coaches I’ve ever played for. "

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Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

The Best/Most Caring Coach I Ever Had.

Date: May 3, 2023

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players Believes In You Honest Knowledgeable

"I have been playing field hockey for 12 years and I have never had such a caring coach before. Very honest and always stick to her promises. Cares a lot about mental health, and is always open for a chat when you don't feel right. It is such a shame to see a former teammate write bad reviews, if only she would look at herself honestly and realize she didn't put in the work. But I guess it's easier to hide behind a laptop and write fake reviews. "

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Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

Develops Amazing Team Culture!!

Date: May 3, 2023

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players Believes In You Honest Knowledgeable

"Barb is an outstanding coach, she fully understands the student athlete experience and wants the best for her players. She cares about everyone outside of field hockey. "

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Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

Best Coach Ever, The Person Who Bashed Her Is A Liar

Date: May 3, 2023

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players Believes In You Honest Knowledgeable

"Best coach I’ve ever had, cares about mental health like no one else and puts the person before the athlete "

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Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

Most Caring Coach, Wants To Best For Her Players

Date: May 3, 2023

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players Believes In You Honest Knowledgeable

"Best coach ever. She is truly caring and has made me a better player and person. Highly recommend!!"

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Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

Incredible, Caring Coach!

Date: May 3, 2023

By Other

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

Tags

Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players Believes In You Honest Knowledgeable

"This is the most incredible coach I’ve ever had, she cares so much about her players and their feeling. GO BARB"

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Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

Disgusting Lying Human Being Stay Away

Date: April 27, 2023

By Other

1.4

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

1.0

3.0

1.0

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Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players Believes In You Honest Knowledgeable

"Worst experience of my daughters life stay away"

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Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

Mentally Abusive And Financially Deceptive

Date: April 27, 2023

By Other

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

1.0

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Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players Believes In You Honest Knowledgeable

"Deceptive and manipulative. Verbally abusive. Will force you to quit or transfer. "

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Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

Please Watch Out. Dangerous

Date: April 27, 2023

By Other

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

1.0

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Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players Believes In You Honest Knowledgeable

"The worst human to exist. Will put you through an awful experience on the team with mental abusiveness. Please watch out. "

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Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

Disgusting Human And Coach

Date: April 27, 2023

By Other

1.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

1.0

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Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players Believes In You Honest Knowledgeable

"Is the most disgusting human being I have ever encountered. I fear for the people she comes across with. She put my family through mental abusive challenges when she broke her promises about scholarships and mentally abused me. I have heard from 16 girls who have had her who 100000% agree with the allegations people hold her to. Awful person and coach. Watch out please. There will be a very public article coming out about her soon describing her nasty behaviors. "

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Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

Date: March 19, 2021

By Verified Athlete

5.0

Overall

Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players Believes In You Honest Knowledgeable

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Women's Field Hockey

Barb Weinberg

Women's Field Hockey Head Coach

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

NCAA DI - FBS • Missouri Valley Football Conference | MVFC

Date: March 18, 2021

By Verified Athlete

5.0

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Caring

Motivational

Knowledgeable

Honest

5.0

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Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players Believes In You Honest Knowledgeable

"Amazing coach! I have learned so much from her. "

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