Winning vs Development: What are the key values of a grassroots football coach?

Critically review and analyse literature pertaining to the topic area chosen
Evaluate a range of research methods and apply appropriate research techniques for the collection and
analysis of primary or secondary data
Critically analyse findings in relation to theories and concepts and present a research output with a set of
evaluative conclusions and recommendations based on the findings of the research
Structure
The dissertation should include the following sections:
Abstract – which provides a concise overview of the research project
Introduction – which contains a literature review as the framework for your research, leading to a clear
rationale and research question/hypothesis
Methodology – which provides rationale for the methodological approach taken and outlines the
participants or sources (if secondary research) used, the procedure followed, and analysis conducted.
Results – which appropriately presents the results of the study conducted.
Discussion – which interprets the results in the context of current literature, acknowledges limitations of
the current study as well as identifying implications and further ideas for future research.
Reference list – presented using the Harvard referencing guidelines
Appendices
Research Aims:
To find out if the core values of a coach reflect development or winning attitude when coaching
To identify the priority of a grassroots coach on a matchday?
Subjects that must be talked about:
Coaching philosophy
Talent development
Barriers and limitations in Grassroots Coaching
Themes to explore:
Are there enough grassroots coaches qualified and experienced in the UK?
Coaching philosophy at a grassroots level
What is a grassroots coach’s priority on a matchday (Winning or their player’s development)
Is their better development in players from pre-planned coaching sessions
How do grassroots coaches manage to deal with a player excelling or a player below the level of others?