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Labours of Sport Coaching: The Science and Art of Coaching, Motivation, and Self-Determination

Dr Mark James Carroll
Coaching
Self-Determination Theory
Sports Coaching
Sports Psychology
Youth Development
Skill Acquisition
Coach Education
Autonomy Support
Youth Coaching
Motivation
Football
Kilmarnock FC
Halftime Team Talks
Coaching Methods
Esports
Professional Development
Football Coaching
Motivational Psychology
Controlling Coaching Styles
Athlete Performance

Labours of Sport Coaching helps coaches develop Herculean strength in knowledge. I mostly discuss self-determination theory as applied to coaching, but occasionally explore pedagogy, philosophy, and under discussed or little known areas of coaching research and practice. This podcast is for information purposes only. My views and those of my guests are not the same, nor do my views reflect my empl... more

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Adam Nicholls
Professor in Sports Psychology from the University of Hull
University of Hull
Episode: Psychologists working with coaches: in conversation with Adam Nicholls
Professor Sophia Jowett
A prominent name in the coaching and sports psychology literature known for her work on coach-athlete relationships.
Episode: Coach-athlete relationship masterclass, with Sophia Jowett
Elisa Lefever
Doctoral assistant at Gantt University studying coaching relationships
Gantt University
Episode: Mixing high relatedness with coach control - Elisa Lefever
Dadi Rafnsson
Lecturer at Retrovich University specializing in psychosocial profiling in youth football
Retrovich University
Episode: Merging psychology and footballing actions, with Dadi Rafnsson
Chris Duncan
Head coach of Scotland Women's Senior Hockey Team and program lead for the Women's Pathway within Scottish Hockey.
Scottish Hockey
Episode: International coaching leadership, with Chris Duncan
Dave Collins
Professor at the University of Edinburgh
University of Edinburgh
Episode: Critiquing the constraints led approach, with Dave Collins
John O'Sullivan
Founder of the Change in the Game Project and host of the Way of Champions podcast.
Episode: Lessons from the best coaches, with John OSullivan
John Lyle
Professor at Leeds Beckett University and pioneer in establishing coaching as a science.
Leeds Beckett University
Episode: Coaching as a science, with John Lyle
Ray Power
Technical director of a national academy in South Asia
Episode: Coaching habits, with Ray Power

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Mark Carroll
Host of Labours of Sports Coaching, focusing on enhancing coaching practices through the lens of self-determination theory and other relevant pedagogical insights.

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Psychologists working with coaches: in conversation with Adam Nicholls
Q: What can coaches do to improve their mental skills and support their own mental health?
Coaches can utilize techniques such as visualization, deep breathing, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle to enhance their performance and manage stress.
Psychologists working with coaches: in conversation with Adam Nicholls
Q: What is the role of sports psychology in coaching?
Sports psychology serves as a tool for coaches to understand how to enhance learning, provide feedback, and create a supportive environment for athletes.
Myths of motivating athletes - Guest appearance on Rugby Coach Weekly
Q: How can a coach understand a player's motivation?
Coaches should consult athletes about their motivations but also recognize that their own perceptions can influence the athlete's motivation.
Myths of motivating athletes - Guest appearance on Rugby Coach Weekly
Q: What does a motivated athlete do that a demotivated athlete doesn't do?
A motivated athlete demonstrates quality motivation, not just persistence, and their reasons for participation should be examined carefully to understand their underlying motivation.
Ancelotti's half-time team talk coach, Eamon Devlin
Q: What are the main elements coaches should address at halftime?
Devlin mentions players need rest, refueling, and a sense of safety more than elaborate speeches.

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