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Effects of a Training Program to Enhance Autonomy Supportive Behaviors among Youth Soccer Coaches
Journal of Human Sport and Exercise
  • Jody L. Langdon, Georgia Southern University
  • Robert J. Schlote, Georgia Southern University
  • Brandonn S. Harris, Georgia Southern University
  • Glenn P. Burdette, III, Georgia Southern University
  • Sara Rothberger, Georgia Southern University
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2015
DOI
10.14198/jhse.2015.101.01
Abstract

This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence and implementation of a training emphasizing the use of autonomy supportive coaching behaviors among youth soccer coaches in game-play situations as well as evaluating its effects on motivational processes among athletes. Participants included youth sport soccer coaches and their intact teams. Coaches received a series of autonomy-supportive coaching training interventions based on successful programs in general and physical education (Reeve, Jang, Carrell, Jeon & Barch, 2004; Cheon, Reeve & Moon, 2012). Athletes completed questionnaires to assess perceived autonomy support, basic need satisfaction, and motivation (Harris & Watson, 2011). Observations indicated coaches were not able to significantly modify their behaviors, yet reflectively reported modest implementation of autonomy supportive behaviors. Coaches believed the training influenced their coaching style/philosophy in regards to the coach-athlete relationship and communication styles, emphasizing choice and rationales. Continued research is needed to enhance use of autonomy supportive behaviors with volunteer coaches in a youth sport environment.

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Citation Information
Jody L. Langdon, Robert J. Schlote, Brandonn S. Harris, Glenn P. Burdette, et al.. "Effects of a Training Program to Enhance Autonomy Supportive Behaviors among Youth Soccer Coaches" Journal of Human Sport and Exercise Vol. 10 Iss. 1 (2015) p. 1 - 14 ISSN: 1988-5202
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/jody_langdon/70/