Babson Case Number: BAB083 | Length: 7 Pages

Abstract

The protagonist of this case is Paula, the captain of her school’s basketball team. The case chronicles the arrival of a new coach, Shirley, and the interpersonal conflict and impasse that emerges as the game plan and coaching style changes. The case is intended to provide students with the opportunity to understand different people’s perspectives, their reactions in response, and a way out of the impasse.