Abstract:
The aim of this study is to investigate the current practices and challenges of the Ethiopian National team of
Sprinters. The study was employed in descriptive survey research method. The subjects of this study were 4 coaches, 31 sprinters, and 6 Ethiopian Athletics Federation Officers. The non probability sampling method was employed to select the type of event. The data was collected through questionnaire and interviews methods. The data was analyzed using both quantitative and qualitative methods by describing statements and frequency counts and percentages. For the interview questions, it was described in qualitative explanation. The findings indicated that, there were lack of facilities and equipment available and used in the National team and it was also a limited number of coaches in the National squad. The relationships of athletes and coaches were good. Finally, the researcher recommended and appealed that the Ethiopian Athletics Federation should increase the number of coaches and the concerned body should fulfill the facilities and equipment for further development of coaching in the National team.
Author Name(s) : Tesfaye Fisseha
Keywords: Athletes, Coach, National Team, Interview, Questionnaire.
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