Application of the Expectation-Performance ProcessApplication of the Expectation-Performance Processconsider the relationship between maturation and sports. Also, reflect on how coaches form expectations and how these expectations affect their behavior.Now, imagine that you have been appointed director of a soccer program for children ages 6-16.The previous director of this program used an ability tracking system. At each age level, children were assigned, based on a tryout system, into one of three ability-differential teams:A high-level competitive travel-oriented team comprised of the best athletes at that age levelA moderate-level competitive team that competes at the local or regional levelA low-level competitive team that was open to all those who tried out and is primarily instructional in natureBased on your reading, any additional research, and your opinion, determine if you would use the former directors placement of athlete
s. Would you continue this practice of ability tracking for these age groups? Support your decision using your research. Should your decision on this issue be different for various age groups?Remember to cite your source(s) using APA style Answer Preview
.The relationship between maturation and sports is one that can be said to have an inverse relationship. As one matures, the more likely they may regress in sporting activities. It is for this reason that children are advised to follow their favorite sports when they are younger since they may not be in a position to be great at the sport once they have grown older. Coaches form many expectations about the teams or players they manage. Such expectations also tend to have an impact on the behaviors of the coach. Where the expectations are too high or unrealistic, the coach may feel that the team is not doing well enough. High
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