Exploring Psychological Profiles of Elite Kho-Kho Players: A Gender Perspective
Year: 2025
Type: conference-paper
Abstract: : This study compares anxiety and motivation levels among elite male and female Kho-Kho players to identify gender-based psychological differences. A total of 110 athletes (55 males, 55 females) participated. Anxiety was assessed using the Sports Competition Anxiety Test (SCAT) by Martens, while motivation was measured with the Sports Motivation Analysis Test (SAMT) by M.L. Kamlesh. Results indicated that male players exhibited slightly higher anxiety levels (M = 18.53, SD = 3.10) than females (M = 17.2, SD = 4.82), but the difference was not statistically significant (p = 0.089). In contrast, female athletes demonstrated significantly higher motivation (M = 26.36, SD = 3.73) compared to males (M = 24.11, SD = 4.93), with a statistically significant difference (p = 0.008). These findings highlight the need to consider gender-based psychological traits in sports training. Future research should explore the underlying factors influencing these differences to optimise coaching strategies and enhance athlete performance.
Authors: Ranjan, Ashwani, Singh, Man
Institution: University of Delhi
Language: English
Subfield: Developmental and Educational Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7083826565
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