Abstract
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) introduced the transfer portal to allow student-athletes the opportunity to transfer between institutions while maintaining their eligibility. While the transfer portal has significantly impacted college athletics, there is limited research on the specific motivations of female student-athletes’ decision to transfer. This study aims to explore the factors influencing NCAA women’s ice hockey players’ decisions to enter the transfer portal, focusing on athletic, academic, and social motivations. The study will provide valuable insights for athletic directors, university administrators, and coaches in developing retention strategies that foster a supportive environment for student-athletes. Findings from this research will contribute to the broader understanding of female student-athlete retention and offer practical recommendations for supporting long-term student-athlete engagement in collegiate programs.
Date Capstone Completed
4-2025
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Masters of Science in Leadership Education: Organizational Leadership
Department
Educational Leadership
Advisor
Joel Traver
Location
Winona, Minnesota
Recommended Citation
Bobrowski, Sarah E., "An Investigation of NCAA Women’s Ice Hockey Players Motivations to Enter the Transfer Portal" (2025). Leadership Education Capstones. 98.
https://openriver.winona.edu/leadershipeducationcapstones/98
