Research Summaries Research Summary 35 Coaching Siblings
Sports Coach UK Research Summary 35:
Coaching Siblings – Considerations for
Children’s Coaches
Sibling success in sport has become arguably more prevalent in recent years following the achievements of the
Williams sisters and the Murray and Brownlee brothers, to name just a few. However, while their sporting
success is there for all to see, less is known about the influence the siblings had on each other when growing up
and taking part in sport and physical activity.
New research from academics in America aims to broaden our knowledge by providing children’s coaches with
a better understanding of sibling influence, as well as some practical tips to consider when coaching siblings.