THE ROLE OF SIGNED LANGUAGE INTERPRETERS IN THE COMMUNICATION AND INTERACTIONS OF COACHES WITH DEAF AND HARD-OF-HEARING ATHLETES

In the present study, based on a doctorate thesis, data obtained from practitioners was evaluated to determine role of CODA sign-language interpreters in Deaf sports. The study includes multifaceted analysis played by sign language com-munication hearing national team coaches working with athletes who are deaf Turk-ish Sports Federation (TIESF). For this purpose, semi-structured telephone interviews were conducted seven experienced involved and inter-national activities TIESF. To date there have been few studies field sports in-terpreting Turkey, particularly interpreting for deaf. research is pioneering exemplary that focuses signed as interpreters.