The correlates of coach leadership behavior and athlete competence motivation towards a sports mentoring program

Baoyuan Wu

doi:10.54097/yxbw3e43

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Baoyuan Wu

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https://doi.org/10.54097/yxbw3e43

Keywords:

Coach leadership behavior, Athlete competence motivation, Sports mentoring program

Abstract

This study assessed the factors associated with coach leadership behavior and athlete competence motivation, focusing specifically on Chengdu Sport University. The ultimate goal was to suggest a sports mentoring program based on the findings of the study. The respondents of the study were 152 student-athletes engaged in leisure sports and martial arts at Chengdu Sport University, encompassing disciplines such as sport climbing, ice hockey, judo, taekwondo, wushu routine, wushu sanda, martial art qigong, dragon and lion dance, cheer dance, and dance. Based on the conclusions derived in this study, the following are the recommendations: Sports organizations should prioritize diversity and inclusivity to accommodate all student athletes, regardless of age or gender. Emphasize diverse leadership styles, including training and teaching methods, and teach coaches to balance authoritarian and democratic systems. Coaches should aim for consistency and adaptability in their coaching methods to suit varying demands. Programs should focus on increasing competence motivation among student athletes, particularly in cognitive and social dimensions. Comprehensive athlete development programs should cater to both male and female athletes. Coaches should demonstrate leadership qualities, including good training, social support, and constructive criticism. Schools should develop a coach leadership development program to improve coaching effectiveness and overall well-being.

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