Athlete leadership

Question 1

two dimensions of athlete leaders

Answer 1

Instrumental; focus on accomplishment of group task

Expressive: concerned with interpersonal relationship

Question 2

Task leader

Answer 2

In charge on the field, helps to focus on the main goal and gives technical instructions

Question 3

Motivational leader

Answer 3

The biggest motivator on the field, Encourages to go to extremes

Question 4

Social leader

Answer 4

Promotes good relations within the team beyond the playing field. Cares for good atmosphere

Question 5

External leader

Answer 5

Link between team and people on the outside

Question 6

Formal vs informal

Answer 6

Formal; prescribed/awarded roles, eg team captain

Informal; Roles emerge as a result of interactions, ‘ cultural architects’.

Question 7

Main responsibilities of formal leader

Answer 7

1. Assure needs and aspiration of team members are fulfilled
2. Ensure demands or organisation/club are satisfied and team functions effectively