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This study collected data both quantitatively and qualitatively on athletes´ perceptions of their current coaches and whether these perceptions influenced individual performance and team satisfaction. Conclusions and implications from both a theoretical and empirical perspective were discussed in an effort to enhance the understanding of the coach/player interpersonal relational dynamic. Athletes were chosen from 2 community colleges, one from the Midwestern United States and one from the Southeastern part of the nation.

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Dr. Holstein received his ED.D in Ethical Leadership from Olivet Nazarene University, Kankakee, Illinois in May of 2010. He has been involved in student services work at the 2 year college level his entire professional career. Dr. Holstein is currently the Athletic Director at Palm Beach State College in Lake Worth, Florida.

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