teams

• interactive teams are when players directly interact/coordinate with each other so they can achieve success in their performance. for example, ice-hockey
• co-active teams are where interaction isn't direct between individuals as players must individually achieve success in order for overall team success. for example, a relay race
• task cohesion relates to how well a group/individual work together to achieve the same goals and objects
• high levels of task cohesion is usually associated with high levels of team role acceptance and task interdependence to increase team performance
• social cohesion relates to how much team members like each other and it tends to provide higher levels of social support, better communication and more effective teamwork
• the best way to develop with effective cohesion is to start early. for example, pre-season training.
• 4 strategies for a coach to develop cohesion are: effective communication, minimum changes, ensure everyone knows their roles and encourage a group identity
• 4 strategies for team members to develop cohesion are: get to know team members, try their hardest, be responsible for their actions and resolve any conflict quickly
• the Ringelmann effective is when group size increases, individual productivity decreases. this is due to athletes hiding in large groups and not being accountable for their actions
• social loafing is when a player doesn't give their full effort in a situation, often due to loss of motivation, a lack of confidence or fear of failure