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Overall Score (score 76)
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Extent to which a person possesses the traits and skills that can help him or her succeed in sports.
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John appears to be fairly well suited for an athletic career. Although he may need to work on certain areas, he scored well on most of the skills and traits covered in this assessment. Thus, from a psychological point of view, he seems to have what it takes to be a success in sports, above and beyond his natural abilities. If he puts the effort in to improve upon his existing skills, he would definitely be a good candidate. More detailed information, including his strengths and weaknesses, is provided in the rest of the report.
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Coachability (score 68)
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Assesses whether an athlete's disposition and attitude are likely to benefit from coaching, or could cause difficulties or friction.
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John appears to be the type of player who is usually easy to get along with and to coach. He tends to be rather humble, eager to learn, and open to suggestions or feedback the coaching staff can offer. Usually, players who score in this range:
- Are fairly compliant and eager to please.
- Want to be a better player, and see the value in the advice offered by the coaches, even though on the rare occasion might become defensive.
- Take whatever knowledge is given, and try to put it into practice.
- Are able to appreciate whatever success they can, and are generally gracious losers.
- Are pretty easy to encourage and rarely need to be pushed to get things going in practice and during a game.
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Work Ethic (score 79)
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Extent to which a person behaves in a diligent, reliable, and ethical manner, is willing to work hard, and play by the rules.
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John has a fairly good work ethic and is generally a reliable person. The coaching staff can usually depend on him to be at his best. Players who score in this range tend to:
- Keep their word.
- Show up on time for practice.
- Pull their weight and put in a consistent effort.
- Follow through on promises.
- Comply with rules.
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Competitiveness (score 98)
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Degree to which a person strives to be the best and to win.
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John is a very competitive player. He will let his competitive nature shine through, whether it's fighting for a top spot or battling for a win. Players who score in this range tend to:
- Try to outdo themselves (e.g. beat personal records).
- Try to outperform others; the more formidable the opponent is, the more they will want to beat their competitor.
- Get an adrenaline rush out of highly competitive situations, and have a strong desire to win.
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Accountability (score 75)
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Willingness to take responsibility for one's behavior, decisions, and mistakes.
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John generally takes responsibility for his actions. He usually holds himself accountable for his own behavior, which could really help his performance. Development of a player presents many challenges, and one's ability to own errors and learn from mistakes is paramount to the process. It requires courage and humility, but taking responsibility is an attitude that earns the respect of others, and contributes to good team morale. A potential downside to this otherwise great attitude is that John may sometimes bear the weight of the world on his shoulders. If taken to an extreme, it may have a negative impact on his self-confidence, but if channeled properly, it makes coaching much easier. Players who score in this range typically:
- Take responsibility for their actions, both good and bad, rarely blaming others.
- Feel in control of their life, rather than believing that outside sources control them, like destiny or luck.
- Create their own opportunities, rather than waiting for good things to come to them.
- Put situations in perspective and view them objectively.
- Admit mistakes and failures, and make up for them.
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Self-Control (score 67)
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Ability to regulate and manage emotions and behaviors; to stay disciplined.
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John's self-control is quite good. He rarely loses control of his emotions, and can generally manage his behavior and motivate himself to get through obstacles and distractions - he seldom gives up or gives in. Players who score in this range will usually:
- Remain disciplined in the face of temptation .
- Regulate and channel negative emotions in a healthy manner.
- Behave appropriately and sensibly in most situations.
- Need little structure, but would adapt well to a structured environment (they may actually impose a structure on themselves).
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Perseverance (score 85)
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Degree to which a person is goal oriented and persistent.
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John seems to be a very perseverant person when it comes to attaining goals or committing to self-improvement. When he sets his mind to something, he finds the motivation and persistence within himself to keep at it and pursue his objectives fully and wholeheartedly. Players who score in this range tend to:
- Show a great deal of resilience, and will easily pick themselves up after difficult experiences (e.g. crushing losses, conflicts, harsh criticism, embarrassing mistakes, etc.).
- Be resolute and press on despite roadblocks like injuries, difficult challenges, or disappointments.
- Keep their "eyes on the prize", and see the long-term benefits of sticking to their goals.
- Depend more on internal sources of motivation (like personal pride, the desire to be a better player and learn new skills, etc.), and less on outside sources of motivation (like praise, rewards, encouragement from others, etc.).
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Game Preparedness (score 76)
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Extent to which a person puts a conscientious effort into getting ready for a game.
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Getting mentally prepared for a game is generally a common practice for John. He seems to use several techniques to keep himself on the ball and ready to take on the challenges he faces. Players who score in this range can usually:
- Calm their nerves easily and get into "game mode".
- Find ways to motivate themselves and stay motivated.
- Improve their potential for self-improvement by being more involved in pre-game preparation strategies.
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Mental Strength (score 79)
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Ability to stay psychologically strong in the face of difficulty and challenge.
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John's confidence and inner strength tend to be fairly strong. He is generally able to stay positive in the face of trying situations and challenges, and can usually cope with high stress, rarely cracking under the pressure. Tough times may actually bring out the best in him. Players who score in this range are usually:
- Able to overcome self-doubt and negative thoughts.
- Able to fight off negative thoughts and keep a positive mindset.
- Consistent in their performances - they don't let problems get to them to the point where they seriously hinder their actions on the field.
- Able to resist head games and intimidation, rarely letting people or situations throw them off keel.
- Able to detach themselves from personal problems when working.
- Not afraid of failure or making a mistake - they may not like it, but they can accept, learn from, and get over it.
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Focus (score 81)
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Assesses a person's mindset and concentration skills.
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John's level of focus is remarkable. He likely uses many concentration techniques, and rarely, if ever, lets distractions interfere with his attention, especially when he needs it most. Players who score in this range tend to:
- Get into a "zone" where they are completely focused on the game.
- Ignore outside interferences (e.g. the crowd), and internal distractions (e.g. worry, anxiety, etc.).
- Keep their mind from wandering, even when benched.
- Have keen observation skills (e.g. will try to understand opponent strategies, identify weaknesses, etc.).
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Accident Proneness (score 39)
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Assesses whether a person engages in behaviors that could put himself/herself or others at risk.
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John seems to be a reasonably cautious person, and rarely engages in reckless behavior that could put his physical health or career in jeopardy. He is likely a responsible person when playing sports. Athletes who score in this range usually:
- Think of the consequences of their behavior before acting.
- Respect game rules and their coach's rules.
- Take risks seriously and cautiously.
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Need for Security (score 31)
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Inability to deal with an unpredictable situation or future.
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John is generally comfortable with change and ambiguity; while he may prefer stability in his life, he likely realizes that this isn't always possible. When a situation changes unexpectedly, he can usually adapt reasonably quickly. Players who score in this range will typically:
- Accept and understand the uncertainty of a sports career.
- Adapt quickly to change in their position or the line-up.
- Require little reassurance of their position and their chances of making it; they take each game one day at a time and work and work towards a goal.
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Physical Toughness (score 83)
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Ability to withstand physically demanding tasks and training.
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John's physical toughness seems to be at the top level. When dealing with physically demanding preparation and tasks, he is likely to be able to keep up. This significantly improves his chances of success when up against players who are in top physical shape. Players who score in this range tend to:
- Be quite strict with their overall fitness program.
- Rigorously follow the rules of healthy habits that contribute to top shape.
- Be able to handle physically demanding tasks with stamina and endurance.
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Team Spirit (score 63)
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Extent to which a person is supportive of and responsible to his or her team.
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John appears to show a fair amount of team spirit. He generally offers support and encouragement to the other players, and shows how important it is to him to be a part of the team. Players who score in this range will usually:
- Show loyalty to a team, even during tough times.
- Make sacrifices to benefit the team.
- Find themselves motivated by team pep talks, and are drawn into cheers.
- Be proud of being part of the team, even when the team is not doing great.
- See a win as a team accomplishment.
- Do whatever they can to come through for their team during crunch time.
- Want all players on the team to succeed, not just themselves.
- Respond well and with interest to team building exercises.
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Impression Management (score 0)
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This scale assesses whether questions were answered in a socially desirable manner.
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This scale assesses to what degree the results on this assessment are distorted or manipulated. Many people will try to present themselves in a better light, especially if the stakes are high.
Test-takers' answers are compared to the responses obtained from a large sample of players. When someone systematically selects socially desirable responses that are rarely endorsed by others, there is a good reason to believe that a positive self-presentation bias is at play. A score that is suspiciously high may indicate that a person was lying, which may invalidate the whole assessment.
There was little or no indication in John's results to suggest that he was either lying or trying to present himself in a favorable light. Therefore, his results can be seen as accurately reflecting who he is.
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