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To assess the frequency of good and poor sport behaviors perceived by young athletes, parents, and coaches.

The Sport Behavior of Youth, Parents, And Coaches

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Evaluates sport behaviors and attitudes among young athletes, parents, and coaches, highlighting ethical concerns in youth sports.

To assess the frequency of good and poor sport behaviors perceived by young athletes, parents, and coaches.
803 young athletes in grades 5-8 from 10 different sports completed surveys.
189 parents and 61 coaches participated in the same survey.
The study was conducted across three regions of the United States.
Significant ethical problems were identified in many youth sport programs.
Behavioral and attitudinal data reveal concerning issues regarding sportsmanship.
Findings suggest a need for improved collective norms in youth sports.

Shields et al. (2005) studied this question.

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