The Impact of Pre-Competition Psychological Training on the Subjective Experiences of College Basketball Athletes

Abstract

As the competitive level of college basketball continues to rise, the psychological dynamics among athletes have become a crucial factor determining game outcomes. This paper reviews recent empirical studies examining the impact of pre-competition psychological training on the performance of college basketball players. It focuses on two core issues: first, the direct influence of pre-competition psychological training on objective technical performance metrics such as shooting accuracy, rebounds, and assists; Second, its regulatory role on subjective experiences like anxiety levels, emotional stability, and self-confidence, along with the intrinsic connection between these subjective factors and objective performance. The review reveals that systematic pre-competition psychological training significantly improves closed-loop motor skills (e.g., free throws) and optimizes subjective experiences by regulating arousal levels, thereby indirectly enhancing decision-making and execution capabilities during games. This paper aims to provide theoretical support for college basketball coaches in developing scientific psychological training programs.