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Role ambiguity and athlete satisfaction.

Mark A Eys1, Albert V Carron, Steven R Bray

  • 1School of Kinesiology, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario N6A 3K7, Canada. eysmark@hotmail.com

Journal of Sports Sciences
|June 13, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Lower role ambiguity correlates with higher athlete satisfaction, particularly regarding leadership aspects like strategy and training. However, early-season role ambiguity did not predict later satisfaction, suggesting a complex relationship over time.

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Area of Science:

  • Sports Psychology
  • Organizational Behavior

Background:

  • Athlete satisfaction is crucial for performance and retention.
  • Role ambiguity, a lack of clarity in job expectations, can negatively impact individuals in various settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the relationship between athletes' perceptions of role ambiguity and their satisfaction.
  • To analyze this relationship concurrently and longitudinally throughout a sports season.

Main Methods:

  • Survey methodology was employed to assess athletes' perceptions.
  • Data were collected at the beginning and end of the season.
  • Statistical analyses examined correlations and predictive relationships.

Main Results:

  • Lower perceived role ambiguity was significantly associated with higher athlete satisfaction.

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  • Specifically, the 'Scope of Responsibilities on offense' dimension of role ambiguity related to leadership facets of satisfaction (ability utilization, strategy, training/instruction) concurrently.
  • Role ambiguity at the season's start did not predict athlete satisfaction at the season's end.

    • Conclusions:

    • Clearer role definitions, especially concerning offensive responsibilities, are linked to greater athlete satisfaction with leadership.
    • The predictive power of early-season role ambiguity on later satisfaction appears limited, indicating dynamic interplay.
    • Further research is needed to explore the temporal dynamics and other influencing factors.