Sports Coaching Review
Scope & Guideline
Elevating Coaching Through Innovative Research
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Coach Development and Education:
The journal emphasizes innovative approaches to coach development and education, exploring frameworks that enhance learning and professional growth among coaches. - Interdisciplinary Research:
It encourages interdisciplinary studies that integrate insights from psychology, sociology, pedagogy, and other fields to enrich coaching practices and athlete experiences. - Athlete-Centric Perspectives:
There is a consistent focus on understanding athletes' experiences and perspectives, particularly concerning coach-athlete relationships and emotional intelligence. - Critical and Reflexive Approaches:
The journal promotes critical reflections on coaching practices, encouraging authors to challenge existing norms and explore the socio-cultural implications of coaching. - Community and Inclusivity in Coaching:
Recent publications highlight the importance of inclusivity and social justice within sports coaching, addressing barriers faced by minority groups and advocating for equitable practices. - Ecological and Dynamic Frameworks:
The use of ecological dynamics in coaching research is a key theme, emphasizing the interaction between coaches, athletes, and their environments.
Trending and Emerging
- Mental Health and Well-being in Coaching:
Recent studies increasingly address the mental health and well-being of both coaches and athletes, recognizing the critical role of emotional intelligence and supportive relationships in performance and satisfaction. - Participatory and Reflexive Research Methods:
There is a growing trend towards participatory research methods that engage stakeholders in the coaching process, allowing for deeper insights and more relevant findings. - Social Justice and Equity in Coaching:
Research focusing on social justice issues, including gender equity and inclusivity in coaching, has gained traction, reflecting broader societal movements and the need for equitable practices in sports. - Ecological Dynamics and Learning Theories:
An increasing number of studies are applying ecological dynamics frameworks to coaching, emphasizing the importance of context and interaction in learning and performance. - Impact of Technology on Coaching:
The integration of technology in coaching practices is emerging as a significant theme, with studies exploring how digital tools can enhance communication, training, and athlete development. - Narratives and Storytelling in Coaching:
There is a rising interest in narrative approaches that explore the personal stories of coaches and athletes, providing rich qualitative insights into their experiences and the coaching process.
Declining or Waning
- Historical Perspectives:
While historical analyses of coaching practices have been present, there appears to be a waning interest in this area, possibly due to the journal's current focus on contemporary issues and practices. - Traditional Coaching Methodologies:
Research centered on conventional coaching techniques and methodologies has decreased, as the journal pivots towards more innovative and dynamic approaches that better suit modern sports contexts. - Descriptive Studies:
There is a lesser emphasis on purely descriptive studies that do not engage critically with the material or provide new insights, as the journal increasingly favors research that challenges assumptions and promotes deeper understanding. - Single-Sport Focus:
Publications focusing exclusively on single-sport coaching practices have diminished, reflecting a broader trend towards interdisciplinary and multi-sport analyses that offer more comprehensive insights.
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