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How is a champion made? - Insights from nine team China Olympic and world champion trampolinists
Hua-Hui Qin1, Jie-Jie Liu1, Li-Wei Zhang1
1School of Psychology, Beijing Sport University, Beijing, China.
Abstract:
This study was conceived to identify key factors contributing to the success of China's trampoline Olympic and world champions, specifically exploring how China's cultural context and unique sports system support their sustained success. Semi-structured interviews with nine Olympic and world champion trampolinists were analyzed using reflexive thematic analysis within a Confucian relationist framework, highlighting the relational nature of knowledge and interactions among psychological traits, training, and social contexts. Three interrelated themes were developed. (1) Social Support: Coaches provided technical guidance and psychological encouragement. Teammates fostered a balance of collaboration and competition. Families offered emotional support and stability. These elements underpinned a comprehensive social support system. (2) Behavioral Coping Strategies: Athletes relied on clear goal setting, scientific and reflective training, and adaptability in competitions to overcome challenges. (3) Psychological Adjustment: Emotional regulation, focus-oriented self-regulation and psychological conditioning were central to coping with the demands of high-pressure competition. These elements are interwoven, collectively shaping the athletes' developmental journey and emphasizing the need for an integrated training ecosystem to sustain championship performance.
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