Date of Completion

2025

Document Type

Research Project

Degree Name

Grade 12

Keywords

Varsity Students, Volleyball, Self-Confidence

Abstract

Confidence is one of the main contributing factors in the performance of athletes. The study identifies the impact of having self-confidence on the performances of the male varsity students on volleyball matches of the Special Health Sciences Senior High School in De La Salle Medical and Health Sciences Institute, considering the factors that contribute to their self-confidence before a match, as well as how they assess their performances after a match, and its effect to their performance. The study utilizes a phenomenological research design, studying the participants’ lived experiences and understands the phenomena from their own point of view. Findings emphasize the critical role of self-confidence in the performance of male varsity volleyball players. Participants highlighted the importance of pre-game rituals, such as meditation and team discussions, in managing pressure and boosting morale. Physiological factors, like adequate rest, also influenced performance. Confidence was further impacted by external factors, such as home-court advantage and the identity of the opposing team. Emotional responses to wins and losses were strongly tied to self-confidence, with losses driving players to reflect and improve. Overall, self-confidence was found to be a dynamic factor, shaped by both internal and external elements. The study recommends coaches to integrate confidence-building strategies into training, prioritize physical recovery to support mental well-being, and encourage team bonding to maintain morale. Athletes should also develop personal routines to manage pre-game nerves. Future studies may also explore the impact of self confidence in other sports and levels of competition.

First Advisor

Menard C. Majaba, LPT, MA

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