Date of Award
2016
Document Type
Open Access Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Leadership (MAL)
Department
Leadership
First Advisor
Steven Manderscheid
Second Advisor
Simon Almaer
Third Advisor
Michael Navarre
Abstract
This study examines the actions of successful soccer coaches in changing team culture. More specifically, in-depth interviews were conducted with eight coaches who met criteria for expertise and success. In order to discern the particular tactics these coaches used to build a successful team culture from the ground up, the interview guide was derived from a conceptual framework that was based on the theoretical tenets of transformational leadership and organizational culture change, as well as practical research of those subjects in the athletic arena. The findings are reported and provide support for the utility of transformational leadership tactics and change management processes in an athletic context. The limitations of the study are considered and the implications for further research are identified.
Identifier
SC 11.MAL.2016.Fuhs.E
Recommended Citation
Fuhs, Evan, "Building a Successful Youth Soccer Academy: Key Leadership Tactics of Expert Coaches" (2016). Theses and Graduate Projects. 1323.
https://idun.augsburg.edu/etd/1323