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Area of Science:

  • Sports Science
  • Psychology
  • Performance Analysis

Background:

  • Mental fatigue (MF) is recognized as a significant factor impacting athletic performance.
  • Limited research has specifically investigated the prevalence and effects of MF within the sport of basketball.
  • Understanding MF in basketball is crucial for optimizing player well-being and competitive outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To quantify and understand the presence and impact of mental fatigue (MF) in semiprofessional male basketball players throughout a competitive season.
  • To identify factors influencing MF levels in basketball athletes.
  • To explore players' subjective experiences and perceptions of MF.

Main Methods:

  • A mixed-methods approach combining quantitative and qualitative data collection.
  • Monitoring MF using visual analog scales across 21 weeks of the competitive season.
  • Utilizing linear mixed models to analyze MF in relation to various game and player factors, supplemented by focus groups for qualitative insights.

Main Results:

  • Mental fatigue (MF) was found to be higher in guards, with reduced playing time, during play-out phases, and after game losses.
  • Players reported cognitive and emotional symptoms of MF, impacting decision-making, attention, and increasing errors.
  • Identified factors contributing to MF susceptibility include playing position, game congestion, and recent performance outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • Basketball players experience significant fluctuations in MF throughout the season, which they perceive as detrimental to performance.
  • Key determinants of increased MF susceptibility were identified, offering potential targets for intervention.
  • Findings suggest that MF management strategies, including adjustments in coaching, scheduling, and recovery, are essential for basketball athletes.