Supporting Champions 125: Sophia Jowett on the coach - athlete relationship
Sep 27, 2023
In this engaging discussion, Sophia Jowett, Professor of Psychology at Loughborough University and an expert on coach-athlete dynamics, dissects the intricacies of effective relationships in sports. She highlights the shift towards athlete-centered coaching and emphasizes the critical importance of trust, communication, and emotional connections. Jowett also introduces her innovative COMPAS model for managing conflicts. The conversation dives into the need for sustainable growth over short-term results, making it essential listening for anyone involved in coaching or athletics.
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Intro
00:00 • 3min
Evolving Coach-Athlete Dynamics
03:20 • 22min
Building Bonds: The Coach-Athlete Connection
24:53 • 21min
The Importance of Communication in Coach-Athlete Relationships
45:39 • 2min
Navigating Coach-Athlete Dynamics
47:45 • 16min
The Power of Coach-Athlete Relationships
01:04:08 • 5min
Navigating Short-termism in Coaching and Athlete Development
01:09:06 • 3min
Balancing Support and Challenge in Coaching
01:11:47 • 6min