Sporting Resilience: Difference Based On Sports Type And Gender

Abstract

This study explores the concept of resilience in sports, acknowledging its significance for athletes' performance. While resilience has gained increasing attention among researchers, policymakers, and practitioners, consensus on the primary contributors to resilience remains elusive, particularly in sports. The research aims to assess the levels of resilience among athletes participating in different sports (volleyball, athletics, and judo-wrestling) and to examine gender-based differences in resilience. A sample of 600 athletes aged 18-28, comprising equal numbers of male and female participants, was selected from various competitions. Data analysis was conducted using ANOVA and post hoc tests to identify statistical differences between groups. Hypotheses suggested that volleyball players exhibit higher resilience levels than athletes in athletics and judo-wrestling, and male athletes would demonstrate higher resilience than females. Results indicated insignificant differences in resilience across sports categories. However, male athletes exhibited higher resilience in combat and team sports, while female athletes showed higher resilience in individual sports. These findings contribute to understanding resilience dynamics in sports, highlighting potential gender and sport-type influences.