self confidence

Self-Confidence in Sports

• Definition: Self-confidence is an athlete's belief in their ability to perform and achieve outcomes.

Arousal Control Techniques

• Relaxation Techniques:

  • Progressive muscular relaxation

  • Mind-to-muscle techniques (imagery)

  • Breathing control

• Energising Techniques:

  • Increasing breathing rate

  • Pep talks (self-talk)

  • Listening to music

  • Use of energising imagery

  • Positive statements

Vealey's Sport-Confidence Model

• Components:

  • Constructs of sport confidence (decision making, physical skills, etc.)

  • Sources of sport confidence (male vs. female perspectives)

  • Consequences of sport confidence (high confidence linked to positive emotions)

  • Factors influencing sport confidence (personality, demographics, organizational structure)

• Key Terms:

  • Trait Sports Confidence: Innate belief in general sporting ability.

  • State Sports Confidence: Changeable belief in success at a specific time.

  • Competitive Orientation: Attitude towards competition and goal setting.

Sources of Sports Confidence (Weinberg & Gould)

• Mastery and skill improvement

• Demonstration of ability (winning)

• Physical & mental preparation

• Physical self-presentation

• Social support

• Coaches’ leadership

• Vicarious experiences (seeing success)

• Environmental comfort

• Situational favourableness

Confidence Impact on Performance

• Great expectations can enhance performance.

• Doubt can negatively affect performance (self and coach).

Scenarios of Confidence in Sports

• Example comparison of athletes with varying confidence levels (e.g., Jordan vs. Taylor in football).

Assessment Outcomes

• Knowledge of psychological factors and theories related to sport.

• Application of this knowledge to real-life scenarios.

• Analysis and evaluation of psychological interventions.