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A Systematic Observation of Coach Leadership Behaviors in Youth Sport

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Pages 377-386 | Received 30 Nov 2018, Accepted 16 Apr 2019, Published online: 04 Jun 2019
 

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to examine coach leadership behaviors within the full-range leadership model using systematic observation. Seven male head coaches of youth soccer teams were observed over 2 training sessions and 1 competition, resulting in 9,760 recorded behaviors. Descriptive data revealed that the majority of coach behaviors in training and competition were neutral interactive behaviors. When displaying leadership (e.g., transformational, transactional), coaches more frequently displayed individualized consideration and inspirational motivation and less frequently displayed intellectual stimulation and idealized influence. These findings provide insight into the leadership behaviors employed by coaches, which can inform future leadership workshops focused on promoting athlete development.

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