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Objective and self-perceived performance adequacies in collegiate basketball players
Canadian Journal of Applied Sport Sciences. Journal Canadien Des Sciences Appliquees Au Sport
|June 1, 1982
Summary
Athlete self-perception of performance adequacy differs from objective measures. This study in collegiate basketball players found minimal correlation between how athletes view their performance and objective assessments, suggesting distinct evaluation structures.
Area of Science:
- Sports Psychology
- Performance Measurement
Background:
- Understanding athlete performance evaluation is crucial in sports.
- Discrepancies between self-perception and objective metrics can impact training and motivation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare self-perceived performance adequacy with objective performance measures in male collegiate basketball players.
- To investigate the relationship between athletes' self-evaluations and objective performance data.
Main Methods:
- Assessed 11 male collegiate basketball players.
- Utilized both self-perception ratings and objective performance metrics.
- Analyzed the relationship between the two sets of measures.
Main Results:
- Found only minor significant relationships between self-perceived and objective performance measures in a small subset of players (4 out of 11).
- The two assessment methods appeared to measure distinct aspects of performance.
- Indicated a significant divergence between athlete self-assessment and objective evaluation.
Conclusions:
- An athlete's perception of their performance adequacy is likely incongruent with objective performance measures or coach evaluations.
- Highlights the need for coaches to consider athletes' subjective experiences alongside objective data.
- Suggests future research should explore the factors influencing these perceptual differences.