Keyword: «leadership»

The article deals with the problem of gender characteristics of the manifestation of leadership in adolescence. Adolescence is the most favorable period for the development of leadership qualities in a per-son, an ideal moment for his inclusion in joint activities with teachers and parents. Leadership among boys and girls is specific in terms of the style of communication and response in situations, the level of sociability, the perception of environmental conditions, and normative attitudes.

The article is devoted to the study of the influence of sports activities on the development of leadership skills in adolescents. As part of the study, the author conducted a diagnosis of psychological personality qualities necessary for a leader and manifested in adolescents engaged in various sports, analyzed the results of a diagnostic study, on the basis of which practical recommendations were formulated for the de-velopment of leadership qualities in adolescents involved in sports.