Assisting College Students With Athletic Disengagement |
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| Authors: | Jeffrey S Van Lone Michael Siembor Brian J Mistler David J Mapstone |
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| Institution: | 1. Counseling Services, Southern Connecticut State University, New Haven, Connecticut, USA;2. Center for Counseling and Student Wellness, Hobart and William Smith Colleges, Geneva, New York, USA;3. Student Health and Wellness, Humboldt State University, Arcata, California, USA;4. Hobart Dean’s Office, Hobart and William Smith Colleges, Geneva, New York, USA |
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| Abstract: | This article examines college student disengagement from sports, presents a multidimensional concept of athletic identity, and introduces a new measure intended to assist college counselors in their work with disengaged athletes. The Multidimensional Athletic Identity and Engagement Scale (MAIES) is introduced (Cronbach alpha .98, with subscale alphas between .78 and .96), and the results of exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses and convergent and divergent validity with 250 college student participants are presented. Using case examples, the authors discuss how counselors may use the MAIES in their work with students. Limitations of the study and suggestions for future research are discussed. |
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| Keywords: | athletic disengagement athletic identity college students counseling |
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