2018, Vol. 3, Issue 2
A comparative study of mental toughness among football players depending on play position: A study of inter-university level athletes
Author(s): Dharmender Singh
Abstract:Mental toughness (MT) is widely recognized as a critical psychological trait influencing athletic performance, especially in high-pressure sports such as football. In football, which combines strategic intensity and physical rigor, the mental demands vary by play position. This paper aims to investigate whether mental toughness varies based on their positional roles forwards, midfielders, defenders, and goalkeepers. The study hypothesizes that goalkeepers and central defenders exhibit higher levels of mental toughness due to the cognitively demanding nature of their roles. Data were collected using the Sports Mental Toughness Questionnaire (SMTQ) across various positional groups. The results indicate statistically significant differences in mental toughness scores, suggesting positional roles influence psychological resilience in football. The paper concludes with implications for sports psychologists and coaches to tailor training programs aligned with positional psychological profiles.
Pages: 2334-2336 | 571 Views 46 Downloads
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Dharmender Singh. A comparative study of mental toughness among football players depending on play position: A study of inter-university level athletes. Int J Physiol Nutr Phys Educ 2018;3(2):2334-2336.