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Youth sport dropout from the achievement goal theory.

Year: 2007

Type: article

Abstract: This study examined dropout behavior, using the conceptual framework of achievement goal theory. We hypothesized that dropout could be predicted by a high ego-oriented goal disposition in combination with a low perception of personal skill and the perception that the coach and sport peers maintained ego-oriented sport success criteria. The participants were 134 adolescent athletes involved in high-level competitive sports participation. The results of structural equation modeling (SEM) supported these hypotheses. Furthermore, the variables that directly predicted sport dropout were the participant's ego orientation (positively) and perception of skill (negatively). These findings and the research prospects are discussed.

Source: PubMed

Authors: Eduardo M Cervelló, Amparo Escartí, José F Guzmán

Institution: Universitat de Miguel Hernández d'Elx

Language: English

Topic: Motivation and Self-Concept in Sports

Subfield: Social Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: gold

OpenAlex ID: W154899917

FWCI: 10.1

Cites: 39

Cited by: 152

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