ATHLETIC MENTAL ENERGY AND SPORTS ENGAGEMENT AS MEDIATED BY STUDENT-ATHLETE SATISFACTION

Ivan Jee I. Juezan, Rodolfo II M. Osorno

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This study delved into the well-being of 300 college athletes in the Davao Region, focusing on the interplay of Athletic Mental Energy (AME), Athlete Satisfaction (AS), and Sports Engagement (SE). The study adopted a stratified sampling approach, selecting participants from key state institutions, providing context-specific insights into the college athlete experience. Carried out in state colleges, including Davao Occidental and Davao del Sur, the research employed a population sample of 43 student-athletes for pilot testing, utilizing meticulously validated questionnaires with expert input. Findings showed a moderate AME level coupled with high athlete satisfaction and robust sports engagement. Correlation analyses unveiled positive connections among AME, AS, and SE, while regression analysis underscored AS as a partial mediator in the AME-SE relationship. Aligned with Engagement Theory and Locke's Range of Affect Theory, the study accentuated the intertwined nature of cognitive, emotional, and behavioral facets in athlete engagement. Practical implications encompassed the integration of mental resilience programs and the enhancement of leadership and coaching training. The study's outcomes contributed to a nuanced understanding of and avenues for optimizing the holistic development and satisfaction of college athletes. Furthermore, the research aligned with Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being), emphasizing the imperative of holistic well-being in educational settings.

 

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college athletes, athletic mental energy, athlete satisfaction, sports engagement, engagement theory, Davao Region, Philippines

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