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Abstract
Given the renewed focus as to the degree in which institutions of higher education are preparing their student-athletes for life after sports, this study used a qualitative meta-synthesis research method design to examine the transition experiences of college athletes out of intercollegiate sport. The researcher synthesized data from nine qualitative studies, leading to the identification of six themes characteristic of the transition experience: athletic identity, anticipation and preparation, branching out, satisfaction with athletic performance, loss of camaraderie and support systems. Finally, the manuscript discusses the results of the meta-synthesis in light of their theoretical and practical implications.
Keywords
Retirement, Intercollegiate Athletics, Athletic Identity, College Athlete, Meta-Synthesis
Publication Date
11-17-2014
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DOI
10.46743/2160-3715/2014.1131
Recommended APA Citation
Fuller, R. D. (2014). Transition Experiences out of Intercollegiate Athletics: A Meta-Synthesis. The Qualitative Report, 19(46), 1-15. https://doi.org/10.46743/2160-3715/2014.1131
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