(University of Dar Es-salaam, 2013-11) Muniu, R.; Mwisukha, A.; Gitonga, E.
Motivation is a key component in performance among competitive athletes for it defines the direction
and intensity of effort. Research indicates that there is a clear relationship between the coaches'
approach in training and motivation. This study is set out to find out the effect of the coaches training
methods in motivating the athletes. The research involved players from three major sports at Kenyatta
University namely, soccer, basketball and hockey. Among the areas examined were individual attention,
use of material incentives, feedback and making the sport more interesting for the players. The study
received responses from 84 players in the named sports. Results indicate that methods used by coaches
in training have a considerable effect on the motivation of the players.