204 Study of the relationship between soccer coach's perspective and previous coached experiences

Abstract

The Purpose of this study was to examine the perspective of soccer coach from coach's life story, in particular focus on their previous coached experiences. The life stories of 18 soccer coaches using a life story approach were described and interpreted. They also considered the subjects' past experiences in the following processes. Firstly, coach's perspective was effected previous coached experiences. Secondly, coaching experiences and playing experiences also contributed coach's perspective. The findings of this research showed the coach's perspective consists three factors that previous coached experiences, coaching experiences, and playing experiences. The most important thing was that recognition confirmed by coaches themselves from their narratives. The results suggested those narrative data need further more specific analysis and, consideration for put to practical use in the coaching field from now on.