Author(s): Vishva and YL Jethwa

Abstract: Team effectiveness in sports is determined not only by individual talent but by collective coordination, communication, and mutual support among players. This study explores the impact of self-efficacy on team performance, drawing from Bandura’s social learning theory and the concept of collective agency. The research examines the relationship between self-efficacy and tactical performance in female basketball players over a four-month competitive season. Using a pre-test and post-test design, thirty-two female athletes (ages 17-25) participated in structured training programs. Self-efficacy was assessed using the General Self-Efficacy Scale, while tactical performance was evaluated through a modified 3 vs. 3 drills. Bayesian multilevel modeling analyzed changes across the season, accounting for individual differences and group effects. Results indicated no significant variations in self-efficacy scores over time, although an increasing trend in effort was observed. Tactical performance improved based on GPAI scores but remained unchanged when measured using TSAP scores. These findings suggest that while self-efficacy plays a role in maintaining motivation and effort, its direct influence on tactical execution may be limited. Further research is needed to explore the underlying mechanisms linking psychological constructs to team performance outcomes.

DOI: 10.33545/27077012.2023.v4.i2d.300

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