Relatedness
The need for relatedness
Self-Determination Theory
In sport, it's about
connection, belonging, being seen.
These creatures all chase relatedness — but in very different ways. The tracker logs all four needs independently, so this is the lever, not a label.
Who chases it, and how
Dolphin
The Dolphin chases it by being the one others lean on.
Wolf
The Wolf chases it by being seen for who they truly are.