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Welcome to the third installment of episodes zooming in on practical challenges associated with delivering coaching that asks questions of our capacity and desire to support athletes' sense of autonomy, competence, and relatedness. In this episode I discuss the trick topic of managing group size. Tune in to learn why we may act differently depending on how many athletes we're leading, coupled with our experience, confidence, man power, and underlying beliefs about priorities within our practice. You'll also receive potential solutions to mitigate these concerns.

My PhD thesis influenced this work:

STORRE: A qualitative multiple case study exploration of the antecedents of the interpersonal behaviours of youth football coaches in Scotland based on a self-determination theory framework

If you like this episode I recommend checking out these previous episodes too:

The time and place for athlete need support, and control

Managing athletes' ego involvement in youth sport coaching

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https://markjcarrollcoaching.wordpress.com/consultancy/

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Why academics should adopt a podcaster’s mindset | THE Campus Learn, Share, Connect

Traditional coach education can often feel stale and predictable in its delivery, which limits its effectiveness. Research evidence from myself and others is making a case for coach educator to diversify their methods. In this episode I provide some creative devices to cultivate fresh intrigue and engagement, deepen reflection, and bring about individualised learning with coaches. Novel style short stories, poems, films, podcasts, and even stage plays are all discussed for their unique potential as learning tools for coaches.

Papers and materials discussed in this episode:

Roberts, S. J., Baker, M., Reeves, M. J., Jones, G., & Cronin, C. (2019). Lifting the veil of depression and alcoholism in sport coaching: how do we care for carers?. Qualitative Research in Sport, Exercise and Health, 11(4), 510-526.

Douglas, K., & Carless, D. (2008). Using stories in coach education. International Journal of Sports Science & Coaching, 3(1), 33-49.

'Where is the Line?' Film Exploring Duty to Care in Coaching - UK Coaching

If you like this episode I recommend checking out this one too:

The contemporary coach developer, with Timothy Jones

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https://www.timeshighereducation.com/campus/why-academics-should-adopt-podcasters-mindset

Ever feel like right now isn't the time for athlete input when coaching, or you don't have enough time to give it, or other outside conditions are just not right? Prefer to give autonomy during particular times in a practice session, or even blocks in a season? Are you conscious of the impact of weather on your coaching behaviour? In this episode I talk through the logistical and situational challenges of coaching delivery that combines with emotions and values to create behaviour. This conversation represents part 2 of the practical challenges theme kicked off last week, and offers both justification for more controlling - or at least less autonomy supportive - coaching behaviours, as well as challenges to supposed barriers to building a more motivationally adaptive environment for players.

My PhD thesis influenced this work:

STORRE: A qualitative multiple case study exploration of the antecedents of the interpersonal behaviours of youth football coaches in Scotland based on a self-determination theory framework

If you like this episode I recommend checking out these previous episodes too:Managing athletes' ego involvement in youth sport coaching

Coach-athlete relationship masterclass, with Sofia Jowett

The problem with coach observations

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https://markjcarrollcoaching.wordpress.com/consultancy/