Abstract
This study examined the perceptions of leadership style of Division III head basketball coaches, as well as the relationship between leadership style and both success and satisfaction. In addition, this study also examined variables such as gender and player status (starter or non-starter) to determine if they had an effect on leadership perceptions. Using a combination of a random and snowball sample, 21 teams participated in the study, totaling 13 coach and 145 student-athlete usable questionnaires. Questionnaires consisted of 35 items from the Leadership Scale for Sport (LSS) developed by , one item measuring overall satisfaction, and nine demographic items. Results showed significant relationships between leadership and success and leadership and satisfaction. There was a significant difference between genders on leadership behaviors, with men rating each behavior higher. No significant difference in perceived leadership behavior was found between starters and non-starters. Practical implications for collegiate coaches and student-athletes are discussed.
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