Abstract
The purpose of this study is to identify reasons for the decline in student athletes participating in high school football within the Big Nine Conference. The research is intended to identify several key reasons for the decline in youth sports, which contributes to high school sports, and ultimately football programs in the conference. The study also identifies two specific coaching and leadership styles and how they impact sports participation. Collaborative leadership and coaching styles compared to authoritative leadership and coaching styles. Using a qualitative research method using surveys and document review themes of sport specialization, Technology, burnout, Culture, and Feedback emerged.
Date Capstone Completed
5-2025
Document Type
Capstone Paper
Degree Name
Masters of Science in Leadership Education: Sport Management
Department
Leadership Education - Graduate Studies
Advisor
Raymond Martinez
Location
Winona, MN
Recommended Citation
Ledger, Jacob, "Collaborative Leadership Approaches’ Impact on Student Athlete Participation" (2025). Leadership Education Capstones. 96.
https://openriver.winona.edu/leadershipeducationcapstones/96
