Kinesiology 1088A/B Lecture : Competition as a Motivator.docx
25 Apr 2013
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A strong motivational force imbedded in all sporting situations and in many recreational settings as well. However, the coach or leader has very little control over it. A situational process that is either zero sum or non-zero sum (reward structures) Working together with others to accomplish a task or reach a common goal. Competition and cooperative can be at work at the same time on any team or group (ie. cooperate with teammates vs opponent but compete with them for starting role or playing time) Competition = fairness vs decompetition = rival (pg. Each individual experiences the competitive process differently and it may vary from one situation to another within the same person. The competitive process is primarily focused on social evaluation (comparison with others or standards) Linked stages often influenced by external feedback and rewards. Comparison criteria is know by others who can evaluate performance: subjective competitive situation. How the person perceives the objective situation.
