Background:The aim of the study was to explore the opinion of expert volleyball coaches in high-performance regarding the home advantage effect (playing at home or away) and differences in relation to player`s gender (male/female). Materials and Methods: Seven experienced coaches were interviewed analysing and discussing the content of the interviewees' speech. The interview information was coded, compared and grouped by similarity of meaning. Results:According to the analysis of the coaches` interviews, there is a greater preference for games played as principals than as the visiting team, since at home there is a greater familiarity of the players with the reference points of the court, as well as the social context involved (among the most cited sleep quality, adequate food, family support, or fans` support). Conclusion: Based on the results, important information regarding the context of game location was identified and can be implemented in the competition preparation.
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