A Comparative Analysis of Mental Toughness Across Universities in the All India Inter University Men's Pencak Silat Team

Dr. Raghupathi K, Dileep P A

Abstract: This study examines the mental toughness of athletes from four universities participating in the All India Inter - University Men?s Pencak Silat Team. Mental toughness is a critical psychological trait that influences an athlete?s ability to perform under pressure, remain focused, and recover after setbacks. A validated Mental Toughness Questionnaire (Goldberg, 1998) was administered to 80 athletes from Bengaluru North University, Bangalore University, Guru Nanak Dev University, and Chandigarh University. The results revealed no statistically significant differences in mental toughness scores between the universities. However, descriptive trends suggested slightly higher overall mental toughness scores among athletes from Bengaluru North University. These findings highlight the importance of personalized mental toughness training strategies, regardless of university affiliation.

Keywords: Mental Toughness, Pencak Silat, Sports Psychology, Inter - University Competition, Athlete Performance

How to Cite?: Dr. Raghupathi K, Dileep P A, "A Comparative Analysis of Mental Toughness Across Universities in the All India Inter University Men's Pencak Silat Team", Volume 14 Issue 5, May 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 604-605, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR25509163755, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR25509163755