Psychological Hardiness and Its Relationship to Managing Administrative Pressures among Heads of Athletics Federations from the Coaches’ Point of View

Abstract

Abstract

This study addresses psychological hardiness and its relationship with administrative stress among heads of sub-sport federations from the perspective of coaches. The importance of the study lies in highlighting the role of psychological hardiness as a key factor in enhancing administrative leaders’ ability to face challenges and pressures associated with the nature of sports work, thereby improving performance efficiency and decision-making.

The research problem focuses on identifying the level of psychological hardiness among federation heads and examining its relationship with the administrative stress they face, in light of multiple responsibilities and the ambiguity of some administrative situations. The researcher adopted the descriptive method using a correlational approach due to its suitability for the nature of the study.

The research sample consisted of (160) coaches from team sports in southern Iraq, while the total population reached (400) individuals. The sample was divided into pilot, construction, and application groups. Multiple data collection tools were used, including a questionnaire designed to measure psychological hardiness and administrative stress, in addition to observation and interviews. Statistical analysis was conducted using (SPSS).

The results revealed high levels of both psychological hardiness and administrative stress, with a strong positive correlation between them. The study concluded that psychological hardiness plays an effective role in enabling federation heads to deal efficiently with administrative stress. Accordingly, the researcher recommended implementing training programs aimed at developing psychological hardiness among sports leaders to enhance their ability to manage stress.