Mental Toughness Questionnaire

Control

Goal: Assess how well you manage your emotions and sense of control over your environment.

How well do you manage stress and pressure during games?

• Example: "I can stay calm and focused even when the game is intense."
• Scale: 1 (Strongly Disagree) to 5 (Strongly Agree)

• Example: "I rarely let frustration or anger disrupt my focus during games."
• Scale: 1 (Always) to 5 (Never)

• Example: "If I make a mistake, I can quickly regain my focus."
• Scale: 1 (Strongly Disagree) to 5 (Strongly Agree)

Commitment

Goal: Evaluate students' dedication and consistency in working towards their goals.

• Example: "I train regularly and stick to my goals, even when it's tough."
• Scale: 1 (Rarely) to 5 (Always)

• Example: "I push through difficult or repetitive drills because I know they will make me better."
• Scale: 1 (Strongly Disagree) to 5 (Strongly Agree)

• Example: "I actively work on improving the parts of my game where I struggle the most."
• Scale: 1 (Not Committed) to 5 (Highly Committed)

Challenge

Goal: Measure how students perceive and approach challenges.

• Example: "I see tough games or opponents as opportunities to test and improve my skills."
• Scale: 1 (Always a Threat) to 5 (Always an Opportunity)

• Example: "I actively look for opportunities to challenge myself and grow as a player."
• Scale: 1 (Never) to 5 (Always)

• Example: "When faced with unexpected challenges, I adapt and find ways to overcome them."
• Scale: 1 (Struggle to Adapt) to 5 (Adapt Easily)

Confidence

Goal: Assess students' belief in their abilities and their interpersonal confidence.

• Example: "I believe in my skills and know I can perform well under pressure."
• Scale: 1 (Not Confident) to 5 (Highly Confident)

• Example: "I am comfortable taking the lead or voicing my opinions during team discussions."
• Scale: 1 (Uncomfortable) to 5 (Very Comfortable)

• Example: "Even in high-pressure moments, I rarely doubt my ability to succeed."
• Scale: 1 (Always) to 5 (Never)

Step 2: Scoring the Questionnaire

• Scoring Method: Likert scale: 1 is the least favorable response and 5 is the most favorable.
• Interpreting Scores:
• High Scores (4-5): Indicates strength in that area of mental toughness.
• Medium Scores (3): Suggests an average level, with room for improvement.
• Low Scores (1-2): Highlights a potential area of weakness that should be addressed.

Step 3: Reflect and Improve

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