Project on Elite Athlete Commitment (PEAK): II. A Direct Test and Expansion of the Sport Commitment Model with Elite Amateur Sportsmen

2003 ◽  
Vol 25 (3) ◽  
pp. 377-401 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tara K. Scanlan ◽  
David G. Russell ◽  
Kristin P. Beals ◽  
Larry A. Scanlan
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
New Zealand ◽  
Elite Athlete ◽  
Social Constraints ◽  
Direct Test ◽  
Sport Commitment ◽  
Interview Method ◽  
Model Predictions ◽  
Elite Level ◽  
Rugby Players

Prospective interview data obtained using the Scanlan Collaborative Interview Method (Scanlan, Russell, Wilson, & Scanlan, 2003) allow further testing and expansion of the Sport Commitment Model (Scanlan, Carpenter, Schmidt, Simons, & Keeler, 1993) and provide a deeper understanding of the commitment process. We examine the Model constructs of Sport Enjoyment, Involvement Opportunities, Involvement Alternatives, Personal Investments, Social Constraints, and a potential new construct, Social Support, to understand how and under what conditions each of the constructs operates. The data from 15 New Zealand All Black rugby players support the Model predictions, show its generalizability from American youth sport to amateur elite-level New Zealand athletes, and suggest possible Model expansion and modification.

Project on Elite Athlete Commitment (PEAK): IV. Identification of New Candidate Commitment Sources in the Sport Commitment Model

2013 ◽  
Vol 35 (5) ◽  
pp. 525-535 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tara K. Scanlan ◽  
David G. Russell ◽  
Larry A. Scanlan ◽  
Tatiana J. Klunchoo ◽  
Graig M. Chow
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Mixed Methods ◽  
New Zealand ◽  
Elite Athlete ◽  
Mixed Methods Approach ◽  
Sport Commitment ◽  
Interview Method ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Rugby Players

Following a thorough review of the current updated Sport Commitment Model, new candidate commitment sources for possible future inclusion in the model are presented. They were derived from data obtained using the Scanlan Collaborative Interview Method. Three elite New Zealand teams participated: amateur All Black rugby players, amateur Silver Fern netball players, and professional All Black rugby players. An inductive content analysis of these players’ open-ended descriptions of their sources of commitment identified four unique new candidate commitment sources: Desire to Excel, Team Tradition, Elite Team Membership, and Worthy of Team Membership. A detailed definition of each candidate source is included along with example quotes from participants. Using a mixed-methods approach, these candidate sources provide a basis for future investigations to test their viability and generalizability for possible expansion of the Sport Commitment Model.

Project on Elite Athlete Commitment (PEAK): III. An Examination of the External Validity across Gender, and the Expansion and Clarification of the Sport Commitment Model

2009 ◽  
Vol 31 (6) ◽  
pp. 685-705 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tara K. Scanlan ◽  
David G. Russell ◽  
T. Michelle Magyar ◽  
Larry A. Scanlan
Keyword(s):  
Gender Differences ◽  
External Validity ◽  
Elite Athlete ◽  
Interview Data ◽  
Male Athletes ◽  
Sport Commitment ◽  
Interview Method ◽  
Depth Interview ◽  
Model Predictions ◽  
Underlying Mechanisms

The Sport Commitment Model was further tested using the Scanlan Collaborative Interview Method to examine its generalizability to New Zealand’s elite female amateur netball team, the Silver Ferns. Results supported or clarified Sport Commitment Model predictions, revealed avenues for model expansion, and elucidated the functions of perceived competence and enjoyment in the commitment process. A comparison and contrast of the in-depth interview data from the Silver Ferns with previous interview data from a comparable elite team of amateur male athletes allowed assessment of model external validity, tested the generalizability of the underlying mechanisms, and separated gender differences from discrepancies that simply reflected team or idiosyncratic differences.

Project on Elite Athlete Commitment (PEAK): I. Introduction and Methodology

2003 ◽  
Vol 25 (3) ◽  
pp. 360-376 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tara K. Scanlan ◽  
David G. Russell ◽  
Noela C. Wilson ◽  
Larry A. Scanlan
Keyword(s):  
External Validity ◽  
Selection Criteria ◽  
Elite Athlete ◽  
Interview Schedule ◽  
Sport Commitment ◽  
Interview Method ◽  
Three Samples ◽  
Athletic Success ◽  
Analysis Strategy ◽  
Participant Characteristics

We present an application of the Scanlan Collaborative Interview Method (SCIM) to the Project on Elite Athlete Commitment (PEAK). PEAK examines three samples of elite international athletes to further test and expand the Sport Commitment Model and assess its external validity. This first article in the series provides detailed descriptions of the study rationale, methods, procedures, interview schedule, and analysis strategy common to the three samples, along with participant characteristics and selection criteria. It also shares participants’ observations of the centrality of commitment to their athletic success, and their evaluation of the interview process.

Why Do Athletes Remain Committed to Sport After Severe Injury? An Examination of the Sport Commitment Model

2015 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
pp. 143-155 ◽  
Author(s):  
Melissa Mae Iñigo ◽  
Leslie Podlog ◽  
Morgan S. Hall
Keyword(s):  
Return To Sport ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
Social Constraints ◽  
Severe Injury ◽  
Sport Commitment ◽  
Interview Method ◽  
Varsity Athletes ◽  
Contractual Obligations ◽  
The University ◽  
Positive Effect

The purpose of this study was to examine athletes’ sources of commitment to return to sport following a severe injury using the Sport Commitment Model (Scanlan, Carpenter, Schmidt, Simons, & Keeler, 1993). To address this aim, ten varsity athletes from the University of the Philippines Diliman were interviewed following protocols outlined in the Scanlan Collaborative Interview Method (SCIM; Scanlan, Russell, Wilson, & Scanlan, 2003a). Results indicate that sport enjoyment, valuable opportunities, personal investments, social constraints, and social support were salient sources of commitment, while other priorities had either a neutral or positive effect on commitment. Furthermore, additional constructs were identified, in particular, wanting to be the best, self-affirmation, and contractual obligations. These merit further investigation and possible inclusion in the SCM. Findings are discussed in relation to previous research and practical implications are offered.

Differences in Level of Sport Commitment Among College Dance Sport Competitors

2012 ◽  
Vol 40 (5) ◽  
pp. 755-766 ◽  
Author(s):  
Angel Yin Chu ◽  
Chien-Hsin Wang
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Social Constraints ◽  
Ballroom Dancing ◽  
Experience Level ◽  
Sport Commitment ◽  
Personal Investment

We investigated potential differences in the levels of sport commitment and its associated antecedents on the basis of sport experience, level of participation, and participation method with 127 individuals competing in the 2010 National College Dance Sport (ballroom dancing) Championship in Taipei, Taiwan. Participants completed the Sport Commitment Scale for Adult Dance Sport Competitors, derived from Wilson's Exercise Commitment Scale (ECS; Wilson et al., 2004). We found that there were significant differences according to sport experience, level of participation, and participation method in relation to enjoyment, involvement alternatives, involvement opportunities, social support, social constraints, and personal investment.

scholarly journals The characteristics of behaviour change interventions used among Pacific people: a systematic search and narrative synthesis

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Amio Matenga-Ikihele ◽  
Judith McCool ◽  
Rosie Dobson ◽  
Fuafiva Fa’alau ◽  
Robyn Whittaker
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Social Support ◽  
New Zealand ◽  
Behaviour Change ◽  
Health Behaviour ◽  
Narrative Synthesis ◽  
Pacific Region ◽  
Behaviour Change Interventions ◽  
Pacific People ◽  
The Pacific

Abstract Background Pacific people living in New Zealand, Australia, United States, and the Pacific region continue to experience a disproportionately high burden of long-term conditions, making culturally contextualised behaviour change interventions a priority. The primary aim of this study was to describe the characteristics of behaviour change interventions designed to improve health and effect health behaviour change among Pacific people. Methods Electronic searches were carried out on OVID Medline, PsycINFO, PubMed, Embase and SCOPUS databases (initial search January 2019 and updated in January 2020) for studies describing an intervention designed to change health behaviour(s) among Pacific people. Titles and abstracts of 5699 papers were screened; 201 papers were then independently assessed. A review of full text was carried out by three of the authors resulting in 208 being included in the final review. Twenty-seven studies were included, published in six countries between 1996 and 2020. Results Important characteristics in the interventions included meaningful partnerships with Pacific communities using community-based participatory research and ensuring interventions were culturally anchored and centred on collectivism using family or social support. Most interventions used social cognitive theory, followed by popular behaviour change techniques instruction on how to perform a behaviour and social support (unspecified). Negotiating the spaces between Eurocentric behaviour change constructs and Pacific worldviews was simplified using Pacific facilitators and talanoa. This relational approach provided an essential link between academia and Pacific communities. Conclusions This systematic search and narrative synthesis provides new and important insights into potential elements and components when designing behaviour change interventions for Pacific people. The paucity of literature available outside of the United States highlights further research is required to reflect Pacific communities living in New Zealand, Australia, and the Pacific region. Future research needs to invest in building research capacity within Pacific communities, centering self-determining research agendas and findings to be led and owned by Pacific communities.

The New Zealand rugby injury and performance project: alcohol use patterns within a cohort of rugby players

Addiction ◽  
1996 ◽  
Vol 91 (12) ◽  
pp. 1865-1868 ◽  
Author(s):  
K. L. QUARRIE ◽  
M. FEEHAN ◽  
A. E. WALLER ◽  
K. R. COOKE ◽  
S. WILLIAMS ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
New Zealand ◽  
Alcohol Use ◽  
Use Patterns ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Performance Project ◽  
Rugby Players

scholarly journals Phenomenological approach to childhood cataract treatment in New Zealand using semi-structured interviews: how might we improve provision of care

BMJ Open ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. e024869 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lisa M Hamm ◽  
Karla A Boluk ◽  
Joanna M Black ◽  
Shuan Dai ◽  
Benjamin Thompson
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
New Zealand ◽  
Phenomenological Approach ◽  
Medical Community ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
History Of ◽  
Individualised Care ◽  
Provision Of Care ◽  
Childhood Cataract

PurposeTo understand how we might improve the provision of medical care for children with cataracts.DesignA phenomenological design was employed. Semi-structured interviews were conducted to capture rich descriptions of the phenomena. Our goal in the interview and the analysis was to understand the sources of distress associated with treatment for cataract and deprivation amblyopia which (1) could be addressed by the medical community and (2) related to treatment adherence.SettingInterviews were conducted by a non-clinician researcher in New Zealand (NZ) in a location chosen by informants. In NZ, the red reflex screening test is performed shortly after birth, and surgery to remove paediatric cataracts is publicly funded.ParticipantsFamilies of children who had a history of cataract in Auckland, NZ were posted an invitation to participate. Twenty families were interviewed.ResultsOur analysis illustrated that informants described a wide range of experiences, from declined cataract surgery to full adherence to medical advice including years of patching for more than 4 hours a day. Across these experiences, we identified three relevant themes; timing of diagnosis, communication between the parent and clinician, and parental social support networks.ConclusionThe medical community may be better placed to support families dealing with childhood cataract by improving detection of childhood cataract, building appropriate communication pathways and promoting social support, with an emphasis on empathetic, individualised care.

Elite Wheelchair Rugby Players’ Mental Skills and Sport Engagement

2013 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 253-263 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeffrey J. Martin ◽  
Laurie A. Malone
Keyword(s):  
Goal Setting ◽  
The United States ◽  
Mental Skills ◽  
Descriptive Data ◽  
Disability Sport ◽  
Wheelchair Rugby ◽  
Mental Skill ◽  
Self Talk ◽  
Elite Level ◽  
Rugby Players

Although sport psychologists have started to examine elite disability sport, studies of comprehensive mental skill use are rare. In the current study, we examined multidimensional imagery and self-talk, as well as comprehensive mental skills (i.e., coping with adversity, goal setting, concentration, peaking under pressure, being coachable, confident, and feeling free from worry). In addition to descriptive data, we also were interested in the ability of athlete’s mental skills to predict engagement (e.g., being dedicated). Fourteen elite level wheelchair rugby players from the United States participated, and results indicated that athletes employed most mental skills. We accounted for 50% of the variance in engagement with comprehensive mental skills (β = .72, p = .03) contributing the most to the regression equation, while imagery (β = -.02, p = .94) and self-talk (β = -.00, p = .99) were not significant. Athletes who reported using a host of mental skills (e.g., coping with adversity) also reported being engaged (e.g., dedicated, enthused, committed) to wheelchair rugby. Athletes reporting minimal mental skill use were less engaged.

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