Personality Traits on the Performance of Table Tennis Coaches and Referees in the Western Region

Abstract

This study aimed to examine the impact of personality traits on the performance of table tennis coaches and referees in the Western Region. A descriptive approach was used due to its suitability for the nature of the study. The research sample included 18 participants, including coaches and referees, who were randomly selected and represented 60% of the total participants in this sport. A questionnaire was developed to assess psychological traits, consisting of five basic dimensions: leadership and team motivation, focus and discipline, emotional intelligence, personal and professional development, and teamwork and cooperation. The results showed that the overall level of personality traits among participants was medium to high, with the relative importance of the study dimensions ranging between 65.33% and 78.33%. The "focus and discipline" dimension recorded the highest average score (2.10), while the "leadership and team motivation" dimension recorded the lowest score (65.33%), indicating a potential need to improve leadership and motivational skills. Statistical analysis revealed no statistically significant differences between participants based on their roles (coach, referee, or both) across all dimensions, indicating a consistent pattern of personality traits. Furthermore, no statistically significant effect of years of experience on personality traits was found, indicating that these traits are not significantly influenced by professional experience. The dimensions of discipline, emotional intelligence, and teamwork scored above 90%, reflecting the sample members' essential positive skills in a sports environment.