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Development and validation of the Perceived Game-Specific Soccer Competence Scale
Hannele Forsman1,2, Arto Gråstén1, Minna Blomqvist3
1a Department of Sport Sciences , University of Jyväskylä , Jyväskylä , Finland.
Journal of Sports Sciences
|December 29, 2015
Summary
Researchers developed a valid Perceived Game-Specific Soccer Competence Scale (PGSSCS) for young athletes. This new scale reliably measures soccer players
Area of Science:
- Sports Science
- Psychology of Sport
- Motor Control and Learning
Background:
- Assessing athletes' perceived competence is crucial for understanding motivation and performance.
- Existing measures may not capture the nuances of game-specific skills in soccer.
- Developing a reliable and valid scale is essential for youth sports research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and validate a self-reported scale measuring game-specific soccer competence.
- To test a structural model of perceived competence, performance, and motivation in young soccer players.
- To provide a tool for assessing perceived competence in youth soccer.
Main Methods:
- Development of the Perceived Game-Specific Soccer Competence Scale (PGSSCS).
- Data collection from 1321 youth soccer players (ages 12-15).
- Statistical analyses including factor analyses, internal consistency tests, and correlational analyses.
Main Results:
- Factor analyses supported the underlying structure of the PGSSCS.
- Internal consistency and reliability of the PGSSCS were confirmed.
- Correlations demonstrated the validity of the PGSSCS in relation to performance and motivation.
Conclusions:
- The Perceived Game-Specific Soccer Competence Scale (PGSSCS) is a reliable and valid instrument.
- The scale effectively assesses perceived game-specific competence in young soccer players.
- This tool can aid in understanding and enhancing youth soccer development.
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