1 Multidisciplinary Laboratory, Human Movement Sciences, Development and Well-being (LAP-SMHDBE). National Institute of Youth and Sports, Félix Houphouët-Boigny University, Abidjan, Republic of Côte d’Ivoire.
2 Sport, Health and Evaluation Research Unit, National Institute of Youth, Physical Education and Sport (INJEPS), University of Abomey-Calavi, Porto-Novo, Benin.
3 Center for Studies and Research in Education and Social Interventions for Development (CEREID). National Institute of Youth, Physical Education and Sports. University of Abomey-Calavi, Porto-Novo, Republic of Benin.
4 Centre of Expertise and Training for Sports Professionals, 12th district of Cotonou (Benin).
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2025, 28(01), 937-942
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2025.28.1.3271
Received on 12 August 2025; revised on 16 September 2025; accepted on 19 September 2025
Team sports, such as handball, require a sense of belonging and the commitment of all teammates during training sessions and competitions. Our study aims to closely examine the relationships between these different actors within the Zacos club, focusing on communication, interpersonal relationships between coaches and players, and cohesion among players. A qualitative approach was developed using interviews to collect data from 12 players and two coaches. The results of the study reveal a lack of communication among players and a distancing that creates subgroups within the team. Additionally, beyond the professionalism demonstrated by the coach, the players lamented the coach's emotional swings, which have an impact on their mental state. Communication, the inclusion of all players, and mutual listening are essential for the Zacos team to perform well in sports competitions.
Communication; Team Cohesion; Training; Competition
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Ella TANO Mehsou Mylène, KIKI Sidonie Mahougnon, GBOSSOU Brigitte Koudou and GOUTHON Gilchrist Fabrice. Analysis of the relationship between coaches, players, and teammates within the Zacos club: Communication, Team Cohesion, Training and Competition. World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2025, 28(01), 937-942. Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2025.28.1.3271.
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