THE PERCEIVED ROLE OF ACTIVATION STATES AS A FUNCTION OF PERFORMANCE IN ELITE CRICKET
Abstract
This study qualitatively investigated the role of applicable activation states in the
performance of elite professional cricket batsmen. Retrospective perceptions and
causal beliefs regarding the activation states were examined in 4 elite cricket
batsmen in relation to their performance. Semi-structured interviews, together with
a follow up interview and a focus group were conducted to explore the
participant’s use of their activation states. Data, analysed and displayed using
casual networks, showed the idiosyncratic nature of the activation states. Results
indicated that when the individual achieved an appropriate activation state then
performance increased. Although the findings suggest that when an appropriate
activation state is obtained cricket performance increases, it is important that
practitioners become aware of the individual needs of the athlete and what skill
and strategies they require and possess if they are to maximise their use in order
to enhance performance.
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