Joel Gayle School of Badminton

  • HOME
  • ABOUT
    • ABOUT THE SCHOOL
    • ABOUT JOEL GAYLE
  • SERVICES
    • INDIVIDUAL
    • GROUP COACHING
    • PLAY COACH
    • BADMINTON MOT
    • MASTERCLASS
    • WORKSHOPS & CAMPS
    • CORPORATE
  • SHOP
  • BLOG
  • TESTIMONIALS
  • CONTACT

BLOG

Self Confidence

13/4/2015

1 Comment

 
Picture
The definition of self-confidence in a sporting capacity equates to ‘the belief that one has the internal resources and particular abilities to achieve success.  The belief in their ability to win or succeed, influences their motivation, behaviour, thoughts and emotions in a way that enhance the likelihood that they will be successful’.


Self-confidence is considered a direct derivative of self-efficacy.  Self-efficacy refers to an individual's belief in his or her capacity to execute behaviours necessary to produce specific performance attainments.  Self-efficacy reflects confidence in the ability to exert control over one's own motivation, behaviour, and social environment. 

 
[Self-Efficacy] In a badminton context: A player may believe that if they are able to execute the correct techniques and are able to implement specific tactics; this will inevitably enhance their chances of winning an upcoming competition.  This is differentiated from outcome expectations, which is associated with a victory being the catalyst to the player being selected for a particular team, event or for the Olympics.  Both self-efficacy and outcome expectations are related and influence behaviour and performance but are different facets.

 
Athletes’ self-confidence is influenced by nine information sources; understanding these helps athletes and coaches to build confidence.

 

Source                                                   Confidence improves when athletes

Mastery                                                Believe their skill levels have improved

Ability Demonstration                  Possess greater ability than others

Vicarious experiences                   Watch others perform well and get inspiration

Social Support                                    Feel supported and encouraged

Coach Leadership                            Have faith in and respect their coach

Preparation                                          Are physically and mentally prepared - focused

Physical self-presentation           Think they appear well to others

Situational Favourableness         Believe a situation is favourable towards them

Environmental comfort                 Feel comfortable in the environment-home venue.

 

Sport confidence can be described as a mental modifier which influences how athletes feel, think, behave and perform.   Uncontrollable external factors can also be a contributory factor that can inhibit performance – For example, temperature, luck or opponents.  Self confidence in your ability can lead to helpful emotions, behaviours and thoughts - as a result, it is proven that individuals with high levels of confidence will try harder for longer periods of time whilst in the midst of battle.

1 Comment
Hina link
16/12/2020 01:55:46 pm

Great article ,Thanks for your post.

Reply



Leave a Reply.

    ARCHIVES

    June 2016
    May 2016
    July 2015
    April 2015
    February 2015
    January 2015
    October 2014
    September 2014
    August 2014

    CATEGORIES

    All

    RSS Feed

MEMBERS GET MORE...

Sign up to our newsletter to receive discounts, giveaways, prizes and much more. 
Members get exclusive access to tips, tricks and training routines as well as
regular updates on Joel Gayle sessions and dates. 


SIGN UP

Picture

BACK TO TOP

© Joel Gayle School of Badminton | All Rights Reserved