The impact of time pressure on decision-making and visual search characteristics in basketball players

(1) Significant differences in visual search strategies were observed between athletes of different skill levels. Experts displayed more efficient search patterns, quicker responses, and superior decision-making performance. (2) Under time pressure, experts maintained high decision accuracy despite faster response times, and their eye movement patterns remained stable, indicating strong adaptability to stress. (3) In contrast, novices showed a marked decline in accuracy and visual search efficiency under time pressure, suggesting weaker cognitive control in high-stress situations.