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

Supporting athletes' psychological needs at competition

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

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In this episode I offer strategies for supporting players’ three basic psychological needs during each part of a matchday, from when they first arrive to pregame preparations to half time talks to side line behaviour in itself. Opportunities for heightened autonomy, competence, and relatedness are everywhere during competitions, as are restrictions if we’re not thinking proactively as coaches. So tune in to find out more.

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