Predictors of Sports Achievement Motivation among Student-Athletes: The Interplay of Administrative and Social Factors

Abstract

Understanding the factors that drive sports achievement motivation is vital for developing successful student-athletes. This study investigated the predictors of sports achievement motivation, focusing on the interplay of administrative and social factors, among university-level athletes in Pakistan. A cross-sectional survey design was employed, collecting quantitative data from 760 student-athletes (483 male, 277 female) participating in various sports across public and private universities in the all-Pakistan Inter-Varsity Sports competitions. The findings conclusively support the hypothesized relationships. Bivariate correlation analysis revealed statistically significant positive associations between administrative factors, social factors, parental support, and sports achievement motivation. Multiple regression analysis further demonstrated that, when considered together, these three factors form a significant predictive model. Among them, social factors emerged as the most influential unique predictor. This research provides empirical evidence that fostering a supportive ecosystem comprising effective administrative structures, a positive social environment, and active parental encouragement is crucial for enhancing the competitive drive and achievement motivation of athletes in the inter-varsity sports context.

Keywords: Sports Achievement Motivation, Administrative Factors, Social Factors, Parental Support, Student-Athletes, Pakistan, Inter-Varsity Sports.

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18361242