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The Transition Of Male Student-Athletes To A Division I College, Tori Harrison
The Transition Of Male Student-Athletes To A Division I College, Tori Harrison
Masters Theses
Using a qualitative methodology, the researcher studied high school student-athletes transitioning to becoming college student-athletes at the Division I-level. The study was narrowed down to six, second-year male student-athletes. There were two participants from baseball, two from football, and two from men's track and field. These participants were interviewed and asked a range of questions about their high school experience, their legal guardians' involvement in high school and in college, what their recruiting process was like, and how they managed their transition from high school to college. The interview was broken up into three parts to better understand their transition: …
Counseling College Athletes: Career Choices Based On Motivation, Interest, Gpa, And Academic Major Among Selected Division I, Ii, And Iii Institutions, Don D. Dawson
Masters Theses
The purpose of this study is to provide descriptive and statistical data to identify any differences in three college divisions of men's basketball and baseball student athletes as they related to career decision making in their career interest, academic major and grade point average.
Concepts of this study were originally tested by Dr. Joseph Scott Paul (1986) in his doctoral dissertation, The Intercollegiate Athlete as a Student in Higher Education: An Analysis of Career Expectations, Interests, and Academic Majors.
This study will include men's basketball and baseball student athletes at three different institutions in three different divisions. The research describes …
Prevention Of Head And Neck Injuries At The High School Level Of Football: Implementation Levels And Perceived Importance Of Established Recommendations, Jill D. Heikkila
Prevention Of Head And Neck Injuries At The High School Level Of Football: Implementation Levels And Perceived Importance Of Established Recommendations, Jill D. Heikkila
Masters Theses
The occurrence of head and neck injury in football has prompted various authorities to outline recommendations which can be used as a guideline for the prevention of such injuries. The seven recommendations included for study in this research were classroom education of athletes, correct technique emphasis, enforcement of established rules, conditioning of neck musculature, medical coverage of events, athletic training services, and the proper fit of helmets. The primary purpose of this study was to determine whether coaches of high school football programs were implementing the commonly cited recommendations for preventing head and neck injuries. In addition to levels of …
Assessment Of Sex Equity In Athletics In Illinois Educational Service Center #13 Schools, Wayne C. Scarlett
Assessment Of Sex Equity In Athletics In Illinois Educational Service Center #13 Schools, Wayne C. Scarlett
Masters Theses
The purpose of this study was to determine sex equity compliance and sex equity achievement in athletic programs in grades 5-8 and 9-12 attendance centers in the eight county area served by Illinois Educational Service Center #13. Champaign, Douglas, Ford, Iroquois, Kankakee, Livingston, Piatt, and Vermilion Counties were included in the study. An 18 question survey instrument, keyed to the 1990 Illinois Sex Equity Rules, was sent to building administrators in all attendance centers in the eight county area that contained grades 5-8 and/or 9-12. The survey asked administrators to provide, by grade and gender, numerical information on student …
Communication Through Athletic History At Eastern Illinois University: 1899-1988, Michael H. Chron
Communication Through Athletic History At Eastern Illinois University: 1899-1988, Michael H. Chron
Masters Theses
This study is divided into 14 chapters, with an introduction, the 12 different sports categories and the year-by-year results, and a conclusion. The sports are arranged into chapters in accordance with the scheduling of the academic year.
The method of research involved collecting and classifying source materials, and interpreting and presenting these facts and findings. This method is critical in synthesizing the development and history of intercollegiate athletics at Eastern Illinois University.
This documented data will serve as a public relations project for the athletic department as a recruiting tool for prospective athletes and coaches who contemplate coming to Eastern …
School-Centered And Individual-Centered Benefits Derived From A Selected Secondary Level Intramural Program, Glenna Kathleen Lewis
School-Centered And Individual-Centered Benefits Derived From A Selected Secondary Level Intramural Program, Glenna Kathleen Lewis
Masters Theses
An analysis of student perceptions regarding the following research questions constituted the basis of this study: (1) To what extent does an intramural program attract the lost athlete? (2) What school-centered benefits were derived from an intramural program and to what extent? (3) What individual-centered benefits were derived from an intramural program and to what extent? The North High School (NHS) Intramural Program in Downers Grove, Illinois was selected as the basis for this study. Surveys with instructions for distribution only to intramural participants were completed by freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors.
Data revealed the lost athlete was attracted to …
A Study Of Students' And Teachers' Perceptions Of Eligibility For High School Athletics And Other Extracurricular Activities At Windsor High School, David Rodney Delacruz
A Study Of Students' And Teachers' Perceptions Of Eligibility For High School Athletics And Other Extracurricular Activities At Windsor High School, David Rodney Delacruz
Masters Theses
This study was conducted for the purpose of gaining insights into the present perceptions of Windsor High School students, faculty, and principals from National Trail Conference schools regarding extracurricular eligibility. To accomplish this purpose, three surveys were administered to Windsor High School students and faculty. Additionally, a separate survey was sent to other schools in the National Trail Conference. The four surveys were:
Survey I - Administered to Teachers and Students
Survey II - Administered to Teachers
Survey III - Administered to Teachers
Survey IV - Sent to Principals of National Trail Conference Schools
Of the 140 students enrolled at …
Dr. John Milton Strahl: His Life And Professional Contributions To Physical Education And Athletics At Greenville College, John Andrew Holak
Dr. John Milton Strahl: His Life And Professional Contributions To Physical Education And Athletics At Greenville College, John Andrew Holak
Masters Theses
Purpose of the Study: The purpose of the study was to collect and arrange information leading to a compiled history that would accurately record the life and professional contributions of Dr. John M. Strahl to physical education and athletics at Greenville College. Another intent of the thesis was to bring into focus the significant effect of one man on an institution of higher education, a national organization, and numerous students and colleagues.
Procedure: The historical method of research was used to compile the biographical information necessary to complete the study. The primary source of information was Strahl; however, extensive use …
A Survey Of Selected Illinois High School Girls’ Track And Field Programs, Sally J. Smith
A Survey Of Selected Illinois High School Girls’ Track And Field Programs, Sally J. Smith
Masters Theses
The purpose of this study was to assess the current status of the high school girls' track and field programs in Illinois. Track and field for Illinois high school girls' has been in existence for seven years and is recognized as a growing sport. Coaches throughout the state were selected to participate in the study and a questionnaire was used to gather information. Information was gathered concerning the initial organization of the girls' track and field program in each school, the percentage of male and female coaches, their educational and coaching background, teaching loads, other coaching duties, number of participants …
The History Of Intercollegiate Track And Field At Eastern Illinois University From 1967 Through 1976, Johnie H. Meisner
The History Of Intercollegiate Track And Field At Eastern Illinois University From 1967 Through 1976, Johnie H. Meisner
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
The Life Of Dr. Maynard "Pat" O'Brien And His Professional Contributions To Eastern Illinois University In The Areas Of Physical Education And Athletics, John Melvin Craft
The Life Of Dr. Maynard "Pat" O'Brien And His Professional Contributions To Eastern Illinois University In The Areas Of Physical Education And Athletics, John Melvin Craft
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
A Comparison Of Various Practice Methods Used In Learning To Shoot Free Throws, Stanley Joseph Tomlinson
A Comparison Of Various Practice Methods Used In Learning To Shoot Free Throws, Stanley Joseph Tomlinson
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
Dr. Charles P. Lantz: Eastern Illinois University 1911-1952, Charles F. Flamini
Dr. Charles P. Lantz: Eastern Illinois University 1911-1952, Charles F. Flamini
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
A Survey Of Injuries Related To Physical Education Activities At Eastern Illinois University From 1960 Through 1966, Fred Arnold Richardi
A Survey Of Injuries Related To Physical Education Activities At Eastern Illinois University From 1960 Through 1966, Fred Arnold Richardi
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
The History Of Intramural Sports For Men At Eastern Illinois University From 1899 To 1966, Lawrence Edward Crociani
The History Of Intramural Sports For Men At Eastern Illinois University From 1899 To 1966, Lawrence Edward Crociani
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
A Comparison Of College Academic Success Between High School Athletes And Non-Athletes, Jerold T. Van Bellehem
A Comparison Of College Academic Success Between High School Athletes And Non-Athletes, Jerold T. Van Bellehem
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
The History Of Intercollegiate Track And Field At Eastern Illinois University From 1912 Through 1966, Joel A. Justis
The History Of Intercollegiate Track And Field At Eastern Illinois University From 1912 Through 1966, Joel A. Justis
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
Factors Influencing The Organization And Administration Of Intramural Programs For Boys In Secondary High Schools In A Selected Geographical Area Of Illinois, Allan H. Gorgal
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
The Effects Of Participation In Professionally Related Areas Of Physical Education On The Scholastic Achievement Of Selected Physical Education Majors, Donald E. Neece
The Effects Of Participation In Professionally Related Areas Of Physical Education On The Scholastic Achievement Of Selected Physical Education Majors, Donald E. Neece
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
A Comparison Of The Relationship Between Running Speed And Agility, Stephen Thomas
A Comparison Of The Relationship Between Running Speed And Agility, Stephen Thomas
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
Proposed Track And Field Program For The Women's Athletic Association At Eastern Illinois University, Harriett L. Wirt
Proposed Track And Field Program For The Women's Athletic Association At Eastern Illinois University, Harriett L. Wirt
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
The Effect Of Gymnastic Routines On Blood Pressure And Pulse Rate, Robert Ferguson
The Effect Of Gymnastic Routines On Blood Pressure And Pulse Rate, Robert Ferguson
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
A History Of Intercollegiate Baseball At Eastern Illinois University From 1904 To 1962, Ronald Francis Kirby
A History Of Intercollegiate Baseball At Eastern Illinois University From 1904 To 1962, Ronald Francis Kirby
Masters Theses
No abstract provided by author.
The History Of Basketball Of The Collinsville High School, Frank R. Pitol
The History Of Basketball Of The Collinsville High School, Frank R. Pitol
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.
A Guide To The Purchase Of Football Equipment, Louis K. Voris
A Guide To The Purchase Of Football Equipment, Louis K. Voris
Masters Theses
No abstract provided.