Langdon, Jody, Schlote, Robert, Harris, Brandonn, Burdette, Glenn, Rothberger, Sara
Effects of a training program to enhance autonomy supportive behaviors among youth soccer coaches
Journal of Human Sport and Exercise. 2015,10(1): 1-14. doi:10.14198/jhse.2015.101.01
URI: http://dx.doi.org/10.14198/jhse.2015.101.01
DOI: 10.14198/jhse.2015.101.01
ISSN: 1988-5202
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.
Keywords:Autonomy supportive coaching, Self-determination theory, Youth sport
Universidad de Alicante. Área de Educación Física y Deporte
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