Formulating Criteria For Selecting Basketball Base Coaches Using DEMATEL Technique And Analysis Network Process (ANP)

Authors

1 MSc in Sports Management, Department of Sports Sciences, Faculty of Letters and Hummanities, Shahrekord University, Shahrekord, Iran.

2 Assistant Professor Department of Sports Sciences, Faculty of Letters and Hummanities, Shahrekord University, Shahrekord, Iran.

3 Associate Professor Department of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Technology and Engineering, Shahrekord University, Shahrekord, Iran.

Abstract
The aim of this research was to identify and prioritize the criteria for selecting youth basketball coaches using the DEMATEL technique and network analysis in fuzzy conditions. The statistical population consisted of 10 university experts with experience in coaching youth basketball teams or relevant education in sports human resource management. Initially, criteria for selecting youth basketball coaches were identified through library studies and expert interviews. After identifying the criteria, the DEMATEL method was employed to clarify the internal relationships among them. Subsequently, a questionnaire was used to determine the importance of each criterion through the Analytic Network Process (ANP).

The results indicated that among the main factors, technical and legal competence, psychological and communicative skills, and willingness to grow and excel held higher importance. In terms of sub-criteria, holding a coaching card, participating in special coaching courses, and mastery of growth psychology concepts were prioritized. Ultimately, all identified criteria significantly influence the selection of youth basketball coaches. Therefore, it is essential for managers to consider these criteria when choosing coaches for youth teams. This research provides a structured approach to enhance the coach selection process, ensuring that qualified individuals lead youth basketball programs effectively.

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