A comparative study of personality traits among team game and individual game

Personality traits are crucial in determining an athlete's psychological and behavioral attributes, which can influence their performance in team and individual sports. Understanding these differences can help in the psychological training and development of athletes. This research aims to conduct “a comparative study of personality traits among team and individual game” athletes. Specifically, the study focuses on students of Bharati Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University) College of Physical Education, Pune. A total of 100 male students were randomly selected, comprising 50 football players (team sport) and 50 athletics participants (individual sport). The study utilized the Big Five Personality Trait Questionnaire to assess five key personality dimensions: Extroversion, Neuroticism, Agreeableness, Conscientiousness, and Openness to Experience. A descriptive research method was employed to analyze and compare the personality traits of both groups. Percentage analysis was used as the statistical tool to interpret the results. The findings of the study provide insights into the personality differences between team-sport and individual-sport athletes. The comparative analysis highlights distinct personality patterns in football players and athletes, contributing to a better understanding of the psychological traits that influence performance and participation in different sports. This study enhances the existing literature on personality differences in sports psychology by offering a comparative perspective between team and individual sports athletes. The results may be useful for coaches, sports psychologists, and educators in designing targeted training programs to enhance athletes' mental and emotional well-being.