Leadership Survey

Use the scale given below to indicate how much each statement applies to you in swimming.

0 - Never

1 - Only a little

2 - About half the time

3 - Most of the time

4 - Always

Use a separate sheet of paper to write the statement numbers and your score for each, adding up your total at the end. After taking the survey for the first time, read the statements once per day for a period of time including at least two meets, making it your goal to apply each statement to swimming during that time. Then take the survey again to see how much you have improved. Suggestion: Challenge two or more teammates to do the same, and talk about the experience with them as you go through it.

1) I display good sportsmanship. I congratulate teammates and opponents after races. I display good manners whether or not I am happy with my own race.

2) I encourage others in swimming.

3) Others admire the effort I give in practice.

4) I show interest, support, and excitement for the accomplishments of others in practice and meets.

5) I give swimmers a positive image by setting a good example in the school and the community.

6) Others admire my effort in competition.

7) I am willing to make sacrifices for the good of the team. I help with equipment at practice. I am willing to swim any event in a meet.

8) I show interest in others as members of the team by taking the time to talk with them in a positive manner.

9) Others admire my ability in competition.

10) I show verbal support for the training program.

11) I display team spirit.

12) My overall approach to the sport of swimming inspires other members of the team.

13) Others admire my ability in practice.

14) I show verbal support for the coaches, their decisions, and policies.

15) I am respected as a competitor by other teams and the coaches of other teams.

Adapted from the Meadville High School Swim Team Leadership Survey of Candidates for Captain.