Abstract:
The purpose of this study is to examine the interpersonal relationships among foot ball players,
coach and management
ofthe national league foot ball clubs in Amhara regional state. The study
involved 125 players, 5 head coaches and 5 assistant coach ofthe national league foot ball clubs.
The major instruments in this study were questionnaire, interview, and field observation. The
questionnaires were administered for both players and the coach
of the clubs. The questionnaire
contained 24 items for players, and
10 items for the coaches to consolidate the information
obtained from the questionnaire, structured interview was conducted with coaches, team captains
and the general managers
ofthe clubs and field observation was used. The findings ofthe present
study showed that, the majority
of players responded that there is a mutual respect and freely
communication between the players. Players however, have not well communication with their
management
ofthe clubs. In addition players agree with their coaches on treats equally and fairly
to players. In conclusion, coach- players interaction immediately prior to performance are
focused on the optimal mental and physical preparation, players' mental readiness and game
focus, positive reinforcement
of team plan/strategies, team cohesion, and coach preparation.
Coach- players interactions were focused on motivation, confidence, positive reinforcement, and
game focus. Importantly, coaches needed to be aware
of all aspects of their players behavior and
personality in order to be an effective coach.Hence, the researcher recommends relation to the
interpersonal relationships
of the players it is important to have freely and open communication
among each other.
