The aim of this study is to present and explain the importance of pedagogical competence of coaches. Through different theories and understandings of competencies and competency approach, the role of the coach from the perspective of pedagogy is explained in the study. The first part of the paper defines the concept of competence and presents its pluralistic understanding and understanding of pedagogical competence in general. It also defines sports and training and presents multidimensional aspects of sports for children and youth. The second part of the paper discusses the educational role of the coach. The different roles and functions of the pedagogical competence of coaches are explained, and the possibilities of training coaches are highlighted. At the end of the paper, ethical problems that may arise due to insufficient training of sports coaches are emphasized. By showing the importance of the roles played by the coach and the coach's pedagogical competence, the study sought to encourage coaches to reconsider their own actions and the need for continuous improvement and lifelong learning.