A Study on the Interpersonal Relationships among Athletics Training Center of Athletes

Abstract :

The purpose of this study is to examine the interpersonal relationships among Michew athletics training center of athletes. The study involved thirty five athletes, one coach and one general manager of the athletics training center. The major tools in this study were questionnaire, interview and field observation. A key finding related to among the athletes and athlete’s interpersonal relationship and the majority of athletes responded that there was a mutual respect and freely communication between the athletes. Athletes however, have not well communicated with their management of the training center. In conclusion, coach- athlete interaction immediately prior to performance were focused on the optimal mental health and physical preparation of athlete’s mental readiness and game focus, positive reinforcement of team plan/strategies, team cohesion, and coach preparation. Coach- athlete interactions were focused on motivation, confidence, positive reinforcement and game focus. Importantly, coaches needed to be aware of all aspects of their athlete’s behavior and personality in order to be an effective coach. Hence, the researcher recommended that the interpersonal relationships of the athletes and coaches are important to have as open communication among each other.

Author Name : Yoseph Fisha

Keywords: Coach, Athlete, Inter –Personal Relations, Communication, Motivation.