Comparison of emotional intelligence, psychological hardiness and resilience between male and female Badminton players

Abstract

This study aims to investigate Badminton players' emotional intelligence, psychological hardiness, and resilience. These variables are crucial psychological constructs that influence an individual's ability to cope with adversity, manage emotions, and enhance performance in competitive sports such as badminton. The study utilizes a quantitative research design, employing a validated psychological questionnaire to assess emotional intelligence, psychological hardiness, and resilience. The sample consists of 200 badminton players including 100 male and 100 female state-level players. The collected data were analyzed by the “t” test and the significance level was set at 0.05. Data analysis showed significant differences in psychological hardiness and resilience between male and female badminton players.