Autoethnography for learning in sports coaching

Maskrey, C., Fleming, S., Lugmayer, H., Morley, E., Smith, J., Woolstenholmes, E. and Wood, A. (2026) Autoethnography for learning in sports coaching. SCHOLE: A Journal of Leisure Studies and Recreation Education. ISSN 1937-156X

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Abstract

Autoethnography involves autobiography and ethnography as a personalised account of lived experiences to explore social phenomena. It has been used in several subject areas, relies on reflective practice, and can promote the development of critical thinking. In this study we showcase three anonymised autoethnographic accounts by inexperienced sports coaches in the UK as part of their assessed work for an undergraduate sports degree programme. By drawing on memorable episodes from their coaching practice, these students illustrate the potential of autoethnography to enable learning by doing. In their creative story-telling, interpretation and analysis they show theoretical engagement and understanding of the feminist empowerment of girls and young women, Imposter Phenomenon Theory, and Structuration Theory.

Item Type:	Article
Additional Information:	This is an author accepted manuscript of a paper published on 7th October 2026 by Taylor & Francis in SCHOLE: A Journal of Leisure Studies and Recreation Education. Uploaded in accordance with the publisher's self-archiving policy.
Keywords:	autoethnography, reflective practice, sports coaching, pedagogy
Depositing User:	Scott Fleming
Date Deposited:	06 Oct 2026 11:29
Last Modified:	22 Oct 2026 10:30
URI:	https://lbro.repository.guildhe.ac.uk/id/eprint/1356

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