EXPERIENCES OF COACH-ATHLETE RELATIONSHIP: A CASE STUDY OF UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST, GHANA

Authors

  • Richard Samuel Kwadwo Abieraba University of Education, Winneba, Ghana

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.46827/ejpe.v10i5.5175

Keywords:

coach-athlete relationship, closeness, co-orientation, complementarity, 3Cs Model, dyad

Abstract

Background: The purpose of this study was to explore the efficacy of the coach-athlete relationship in University of Cape Coast sports teams. The researcher employed the interpersonal constructs of closeness, co-orientation, and complementarity (3Cs model) to explore participants’ feelings, thoughts, and behaviour respectively. Method: Qualitative data was obtained through semi-structured interviews, from 8 participants and their responses were content analyzed. Results: Analysis revealed that closeness (as defined in terms of intimacy, trust, respect, appreciation, and promising), co-orientation (termed as communication, self-disclosure, common goal, and general understanding), and lastly, complementarity (defined as roles, emotional support, academic support and financial support) have helped to improve the quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of the coach-athlete relationship among University of Cape Coast sports teams. Conclusion: It was concluded that participants showed a high level of closeness, co-orientation, and complementarity in their relationship.

 

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Author Biography

  • Richard Samuel Kwadwo Abieraba, University of Education, Winneba, Ghana

    Richard Samuel Kwadwo Abieraba is a lecturer at Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Sports Department, University of Education, Winneba, Ghana. He teaches courses in sports management and administration and physical education. His research interests include sports leadership, sports performance, sports management and administration, sports psychology, exercise science, and coaching in sports.

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2024-01-18

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Vol. 10 No. 5 (2024)

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