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Gordon MacLelland

Creating a positive environment Research Research Papers
Towards an understanding of Parent Spectator Behaviour at Youth Sport Events

by Gordon MacLelland 26th April 2017

Watching a child compete in youth sports can be an extremely stressful experience for parents. The emotional bond between parent and child,…
Creating a positive environment Relationship with Coach Research Research Papers
Enhancing Coach-Parent Relationships in Youth Sports: Increasing Harmony and Minimizing Hassle

by Gordon MacLelland 26th April 2017

The so-called “athletic triangle,” consisting of coach, athlete, and parent is a natural element of the social system comprising youth sports. With…
Creating a positive environment Keeping it in perspective Research Research Papers
The sport behaviour of youth, parents and coaches – The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

by Gordon MacLelland 26th April 2017

This study assessed the frequency of good and poor sport behaviors as perceived by young athletes, parents, and coaches. A secondary goal…
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The Parents’ Optimum Zone: Measuring and optimising parental engagement in youth sport

by Gordon MacLelland 26th March 2017

The model seeks to identify the optimum discourses, knowledge, feelings and behaviours that parents should demonstrate in their engagement in their child’s…
Keeping it in perspective Research Research Papers
The Good Father: Parental Expectations and Youth Sports

by Gordon MacLelland 26th February 2017

Family life and expectations for parents have changed dramatically over the past two generations. In the United States these changes have been…