Author(s): Waliantoro, Endang Rini Sikamti and Tomoliyus

Abstract:
Anxiety of indoor hockey defenders when facing penalty corner situations is an important issue that can affect athlete performance and safety. This study aims to explore the level of anxiety experienced by defensive players in the context of injury risk during penalty corners. Using a quantitative descriptive design, data was collected from 138 athletes who participated in the 2024 DIY U-19 Indoor Hockey Regional Championship. The instrument used was the Sport Anxiety Scale - 2 (SAS-2) which measures cognitive, somatic, and confidence dimensions of anxiety. The results showed that most players experienced anxiety in the moderate to high category, with cognitive and somatic anxiety significantly affecting their confidence levels. These findings highlight the importance of anxiety management in sport, especially in high-risk situations such as penalty corners. This study recommends the development of more effective training strategies to reduce injury risk and improve defender performance through appropriate anxiety management techniques. Understanding the relationship between anxiety and injury is expected to create a safer and more supportive environment for athletes to face competitive challenges.

DOI: 10.22271/kheljournal.2025.v12.i1f.3683

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