Tactical coaching skills refer to the abilities a coach uses to develop athletes understanding and execution of game strategies, decision-making, and situational awareness during competition. These skills are essential for helping athletes and teams perform effectively in dynamic and competitive environments. This study explores the tactical coaching skills employed by coaches in Davao City, focusing on how they conceptualize and apply tactics in training and competition. A non-experimental quantitative research design was employed specifically utilizing a descriptive comparative approach with complete enumeration of 50 coaches. Results showed an overall mean of 4.605, which is interpreted as very high level of tactical competence, emphasizing their ability to effectively manage and lead their teams in competitive environments. Furthermore, the findings suggests that the number of years a coach has spent in the profession does not necessarily impact their tactical coaching abilities. Coaches emphasized the importance of contextual awareness, player characteristics, and opponent analysis in shaping tactical decisions. This study contributes to the limited body of knowledge on coaching practices in Davao City and offers practical implications for coach education and development programs aimed at enhancing tactical competencies.

tactical coaching skills; competitive; game strategies