Achievement goals in sport: a critique of conceptual and measurement issues

Article Abstract:

Research in goal orientation and motivation in athletics has been primarily based on an achievement theories that were developed for educational research. This article demonstrates that John Nicholl's academic achievement-goal theory is not generalizable to sports because scholastic success and physical mastery involve very different conceptions of achievement.

United Kingdom, Academic achievement

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Goal profiles in sport motivation: a cluster analysis

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This study investigates the relationship between goal-orientation profiles and perceptions of physical ability in rugby players. Results indicate that a high ego-orientation, or a strong desire to prove oneself, paired with a poor self-concept of ability results in maladaptive achievement behaviors such choosing simplistic tasks or devaluing difficult tasks.

New Zealand, Statistical Data Included, Self-perception, Self image, Adjustment (Psychology)

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Persistence and effort in moving achievement goal research forward: a response to Treasure and colleagues

Article Abstract:

This article presents a response to criticism of the authors' previous research on the measurement of goal orientation and involvement in sports. The authors also call for a more innovative approach to research on the impact of achievement goal theory in competitive sports.

Targets (Sports), Goals (Sports equipment)

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