The Effects Different Coaching Styles Have on Female Collegiate Athletes

Sports have become a crucial part of today’s society, and an important factor in athlete performance is coaching. Different coaching styles can lead to athletes behaving and participating in many different manners. An issue in today’s athletic world is the effects coaching has on athletes and their athletic performance. Some main themes brought up in the literature include leadership, self-determination theory, autonomy support, intrinsic versus extrinsic motivation, and psychological needs and well-being. The particular focus of this literature review is on the ways that different coaching styles can affect female collegiate athletic performance.