Gordon MacLelland

Youth sport competitions are often emotionally charged events, with children, parents, coaches, and officials reporting emotions ranging from anxiety and stress through…

To foster positive sporting experiences and enable young people to reach their sporting potential, parents and coaches need to have positive relationships.…

The process of athlete selection and deselection in sport involves not only athletes but also coaches, managers, performance directors, talent pathway coordinators…

Regular and honest communication can enhance trust and facilitate cooperation between parents and coaches in youth sport. Given the significance of positive…

Psychological skills and characteristics (PSCs) are vital for player development, yet there is a lack of agreement on which are important and…

The purpose of this research was to gain a better understanding of coach-parent relationships in organised competitive youth team sports. To read…