Analysis of mood levels in cricket athletes during the training phase based on gender
Abstract
Problems: Mood significantly influences athletic performance, particularly in cricket, where monotonous and repetitive training can negatively affect athletes’ moods, reduce motivation, and ultimately impair on-field performance. Negative moods are not only detrimental to individual athletes but can also spread among teammates, amplifying their impact. Purpose: This study aimed to examine differences in mood levels between male and female cricket athletes during training, focusing on how gender may influence emotional responses in this context. Methods: This research utilized the Brunel Mood States (BRUMS) questionnaire, which was administered to the sample participants just once. Data analysis for the study was conducted using a t-test in SPSS version 25. Results: The results indicated significant differences in mood levels between male and female cricket athletes. Specifically, there were considerable disparities in negative mood states, such as tension, depression, anger, fatigue, and confusion, between the two groups during the training phase. Despite these differences, both male and female athletes exhibited an "iceberg personality" pattern, with vigor being the dominant mood indicator. Conclusion: The study concludes that the mood levels of male and female cricket athletes vary during training, highlighting the importance of a holistic approach that takes into account competitive pressures on male and female team to enhance performance through better management of mood states.
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