Sport Psychology

Chapter 8, 10, and 11

What is coaching science?

Research on coaching, learning, and instructional processes directed by coaches.

3 Domains of Effective Coaching Knowledge

1. Professional Knowledge

2. Interpersonal Knowledge

3. Intrapersonal Knowledge

Professional Knowledge

Sport-specific skills such as technical and tactical abilities.

Interpersonal Knowledge

Establishing and cultivating relationships.

Intrapersonal Knowledge

Reviewing, reflecting, and revising coaching strategies.

Coaching Association of Canada role:

Governs coaching education and development in Canada.

NCCP:

National Coaching Certification Program

What is mentoring?

Relationship where an experienced individual helps develop a less-experienced individual.

Elite coaches often start with

Love of sport and high-level athletic experience.

Youth Coaching Behaviour goal:

Increase intrinsic motivation.

Themes of youth coaching interventions

Positive reinforcement and effort-based success.

Multidimensional Model of Leadership purpose:

Evaluates leadership effectiveness through satisfaction and performance.

Coaching Efficacy

Belief a coach can effectively perform coaching duties.

4 Dimensions of Coaching Efficacy:

1. Game Strategy

2. Motivation

3. Technique

4. Character Building

4C’s Model Components:

1. Closeness

2. Commitment

3. Complementarity

4. Co-orientation

Athlete-Centered Coaching focus:

Building trusting relationships and empowering athletes.

Coaching Vision

Long-term goals and philosophy for a program.

3 Components of Coaching Model

1. Organization

2. Training

3. Competition

Myth About Coaching

Outstanding athletes automatically become excellent coaches.

Leadership

Process of influencing individuals or groups towards goals.

The Big 5 Trait Linked to Leadership

Extraversion

Multidimensional Model of Leadership

Predicts effectiveness through alignment of behaviours.

Leadership Scale for Sport Dimensions

Training/instruction, positive feedback, social support, autocratic, and democratic.

Transactional Leadership

Leadership based on rewards and corrective actions.

Transformational Leadership

Leadership that inspires followers to maximize potential.

4 Components of Transformational Leadership

1. Idealized Influence

2. Inspirational Motivation

3. Intellectual Stimulation

4. Individualized Consideration

Laissez-Faire Leadership

Non-leadership or disengagement.

Social Identity

Self-concept tied to group membership.

Athlete Leader

Team member who influences others towards objectives.

4 Athlete Leader Functions:

1. Task

2. Social

3. External Representation

4. Motivation

Athlete Leader Traits

• Persistence

• Focus

• Motivation

• Emotional Control

Best Leadership Practice

Promote shared sense of “us”.

Myth about Leadership

Leaders are born, not made.

3 Objectives of Youth Sport

1. Participation

2. Personal Development

3. Performance

Positive Youth Development Assets

Building strengths and personal assets.

Constructive Leisure Activities

Require sustained effort toward goals.

Initiative

Internal motivation toward challenging goals.

5 Cs of PYD

1. Competence

2. Character

3. Connection

4. Confidence

5. Caring

Personal Assets Framework elements:

Activities, social dynamics, appropriate settings.

Deliberate Play

Fun activities with flexible rules.

Deliberate Practice

Effortful activities aimed at improving performance.

Early Sport Specialization

Round-year participation in one sport.

Risk of Early Sport Specialization

Injury, burnout, dropout

4 Types of Parental Support

1. Emotional

2. Informational

3. Tangible

4. Companionship

Positive Peer Influence

Increases motivation and belonging.

Safe Sport

Environment prioritizing safety and well-being.

Best Practice for Youth Sport

Promote fun and inclusive participation.

Myth about Youth Sport

It automatically builds character.