1st Edition

Parenting in Youth Sport From Research to Practice

By Nicholas Holt, Camilla Knight Copyright 2014
152 Pages
by Routledge

144 Pages
by Routledge

144 Pages
by Routledge

Being the parent of a young athlete is a complex and challenging endeavour. Parents play a pivotal role in the development of young people in reaching their full potential in sport – indeed, the psychological and practical support of parents can be as vital to young athletes as the appropriate coaching and facilities. This book brings together current research into the impact of parenting in... Read more

Chapter 1. Introduction  Chapter 2. Overview of Issues Associated with Parenting in Youth Sport  Chapter 3. Participation in Youth Sport  Chapter 4. Youth Sport as a Vehice for Youth Development: Benefits and Risks  Chapter 5. Parenting Styles  Chapter 6. Parenting Involvement at Competitions  Chapter 7. Talent Development and Roles of Parents  Chapter 8. Stressors, Parenting and Coping in Youth Sport  Chapter 9. Interactions Between Parents and Coaches  Chapter 10. Putting Research into Practice: Working with Families  Chapter 11. Communicating Research.

Biography

Nicholas L. Holt is a Professor in the Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation at the University of Alberta. He conducts research examining psychosocial aspects of youth sport and physical activity. He has published over 100 articles and book chapters along with two edited books.

Camilla J. Knight is a lecturer in the College of Engineering at Swansea University. Camilla’s research examines psychosocial experiences of children in sport, particularly focused upon the influence of parents. She has also worked closely with a number of national and international sports organizations.