lagledare

Lagledare, meaning team leader, is a person responsible for the practical and logistical leadership of a sports team or group within an association, federation, or club. The term is used in Swedish language contexts and is often translated to “team manager” or “team administrator” in English. The exact duties vary by sport and organization, but commonly include coordinating training schedules, arranging transport and equipment, managing rosters and registrations, communicating with players and parents, and serving as a contact person between the team and club administrations, leagues, or federations.

The lagledare may work alongside or be distinct from the coach (tränare), who focuses on training, tactics, and performance, and from the captain (lagkapten) who leads the players on the field. In some cases the lagledare assumes combined responsibilities with the coach or captain, while in other contexts the role is primarily administrative and logistical.

In youth and amateur sports, lagledare is often a volunteer or part-time position held by a parent, club member, or staff. In larger clubs, the role can be a paid position and may have formal job descriptions. Qualifications are typically not strictly defined; clubs may require knowledge of governing rules, first aid, and basic administration, with many organizations offering training for lagledare or team managers through national federations or associations, including safeguarding, event organization, and communication skills.

The role is essential for ensuring smooth operation, safety, and compliance, allowing coaches and players to focus on performance. Etymology: lagledare combines lag (team) and ledare (leader).