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Relation between social cohesion and team performance in soccer teams
Aharon Tziner1, Nicola Nicola, Anis Rizac
1School of Business Administration, Netanya University College, Israel.
Perceptual and Motor Skills
|April 23, 2003
Summary
This study found a significant link between social cohesion and team performance in soccer. Higher team cohesion correlated with better match results, suggesting its importance for team success.
Area of Science:
- Sports Science
- Organizational Psychology
- Social Psychology
Background:
- Team performance research often assumes social cohesion mediates the effects of team composition on outcomes.
- Empirical evidence directly linking social cohesion to team performance is limited.
Purpose of the Study:
- To empirically examine the relationship between social cohesion and team performance.
- To investigate the impact of interpersonal relations strength on team outcomes.
Main Methods:
- A preliminary study was conducted with 198 Israeli soccer players from 36 national league teams.
- Perceptions of team cohesion were collected in the week preceding weekly matches.
Main Results:
- A significant positive correlation was found between perceived social cohesion and soccer match results.
- This indicates that stronger social cohesion is associated with better team performance.
Conclusions:
- Social cohesion appears to be a significant factor influencing team performance.
- Findings suggest the importance of fostering interpersonal relations for enhancing team outcomes in sports and potentially workplace settings.
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