Abstract
This is a reflective introspection from the viewpoint of an elite female collegiate golfer who has transitioned from Australia to the USA. It includes: an exploration of the culture of: coaching; sport; society; academic; interpersonal relations and the implications they have posed to the core principles and idealistic differences, and values of athletes; unique personal perspectives and observations of the trials and tribulations of moving half-way around the world to go to college and play sport in a foreign country; and the psychological impact of a loss of, or change in identity as well as a complete disruption of personal community are discussed.
Presenters
Olivia KerrStudent, Master of Science, Western Illinois University, Illinois, United States
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
Sporting Cultures and Identities
KEYWORDS
Identity disruption, Cultural transition, Interpersonal relationships, Psychological impact, Coaching culture
