PSYCHOLOGICAL SKILLS USAGE AND THE COMPETITIVE ANXIETY RESPONSE AS A FUNCTION OF SKILL LEVEL IN RUGBY UNION

This study examined the intensity and direction of competitive anxiety symptoms and psychological skill usage in rugby union players of different skill levels. Elite (n=65) and nonelite (n=50) participants completed measures of competitive anxiety, self- confidence, and psychological skills. The eli...

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Main Authors: Richard Neil, Stephen D. Mellalieu, Sheldon Hanton
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: University of Uludag 2006-09-01
Series:Journal of Sports Science and Medicine
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Online Access:http://www.jssm.org/vol5/n3/7/v5n3-7text.php