Performance Assessment Network Winning Profile Athlete Inventory John C Doe Date: 10/18/00 2:20:18 PM Admin Id: A8941039 Tester Id: T1823327 Sport: Football Position: Quarterback Level: Professional Organization: NFL Gender: Male Email: To ensure you are obtaining the full benefits available to you from the use of the Winning Profile Athlete Inventory, please read the information contained in this report carefully. By using the information provided in this report, you are acknowledging that you understand the general guidelines for interpreting the Winning Profile Athlete Inventory results. PsyMetrics, Inc. and the test developer do not accept liability for any decisions made based on the use of this product. Copyright 2000 PsyMetrics, Inc. All rights reserved. 1
WPAI RAW AND PERCENTILE SCORES Competitiveness 22/30 (73%) 31% Self Confidence 21/25 (84%) 72% Commitment 36/40 (90%) 79% Willingness to Sacrifice Injury 18/20 (90%) 76% Aggressiveness 18/20 (90%) 84% Mental Toughness 115/135 (85%) 75% Positive Attitude 19/20 (95%) 86% Dependability 22/25 (88%) 77% Planning 18/20 (90%) 68% Team Orientation 24/30 (80%) 42% Trust 15/20 (75%) 67% Conscientiousness 98/115 (85%) 74% WPAI Total Score 213/250 (85%) 77% Percentile Candidness: Athlete displayed a MODERATE level of candidness. Consistency: Athlete displayed a HIGH level of consistency. 100 80% 79 50% 49 1% 2
Dimension Summaries Competitiveness (31%) The degree to which the athlete values winning. The degree to which the athlete is not easily satisfied and feels that winning or being the best is everything. This athlete's competitiveness is below average when compared to athletes from the comparison group. It is likely that this athlete, particularly if he/she scored in the low end of this range, does not place as much importance on winning or being the best most other athletes do. Self Confidence (72%) The degree to which the athlete feels he/she is in control during tough competitions, is not affected by what others think of him/her nor by high pressure situations. This athlete's level of self confidence is average or a bit above average when compared to athletes from the comparison group. However, some athletes that score in the low end of this range may encounter certain situations where their confidence may be affected. Commitment (79%) The degree to which the athlete pushes him/herself to the absolute limit, prepares for competition, has the internal drive to be the best, exhibits a winning attitude and is willing to risk it all to win it all. This athlete's level of commitment is average or a bit above average when compared to athletes from the comparison group. However, some athletes that score in the low end of this range, at times, may have trouble committing 100% of themselves to their sport. Willingness to Sacrifice Injury (76%) The degree to which the athlete is willing to risk injury and compete with pain in order to succeed as an athlete. The degree to which the athlete understands that pain is part of being an athlete. This athlete's willingness to sacrifice injury is average or a bit above average when compared to athletes from the comparison group. However, some athletes that score in the low end of this range may demonstrate some concern about playing with pain or injury. 3
Aggressiveness (84%) The degree to which the athlete makes things happen rather than reacts to opponents' actions. The degree to which the athlete believes aggressiveness leads to athletic success. This athlete's level of aggressiveness is high. The majority of athletes within the comparison group scored lower than this athlete on aggressiveness. Positive Attitude (86%) The degree to which the athlete is optimistic and has an overall positive outlook. This athlete has a positive disposition. He/she goes into competition thinking he/she can win. Dependability (77%) The degree to which the athlete can be counted on to attend practices and meetings as scheduled and on time. The degree to which the athlete thinks things through and is responsible. This athlete's level of dependability is average or a bit above average when compared to athletes from the comparison group. However, some athletes that score in the low end of this range may not always exhibit dependable behaviors. Planning (68%) The degree to which the athlete sets goals, is organized and thinks about success. This athlete's planning score is average or a bit above average when compared to athletes from the comparison group. However, some athletes that score in this range may not always set goals or be organized, particularly if he/shed score in the low end of this range. It is possible that athlete's scoring in this range may need some assistance in this area. Team Orientation (42%) The degree to which the athlete is a team player, is willing to sacrifice self for the good of the team and does not engage in conflict with team members. This athlete's team orientation score is below average when compared to athletes from the comparison group. It is likely that this athlete at times may not demonstrate characteristics indicative a team player, particularly if he/she scored in the lower end of this range. The team concept may not be of utmost importance to this athlete. 4
Trust (67%) The degree to which the athlete trusts and gets along with others. This athlete's level of trust is average or a bit above average when compared to athletes from the comparison group. However, some athletes that score in this range may not always feel that others can be trusted, particularly if he/she scored in the lower end of this range. 5
Areas of Potential Strength Competitiveness Strongly disagreed with the statement, "In order to mentally survive in the world of sports, at some point, one has to realize that some opponents just can't be beat." Disagreed with the statement, "When I lose, it doesn't hurt much. I realize, it is only a game." Disagreed with the statement, "Athletes that constantly strive to be the best put way too much pressure on themselves." Disagreed with the statement, "It doesn't take much to satisfy me." Disagreed with the statement, "True winners get over losing without much pain. They realize it is only a game." Self Confidence Agreed with the statement, "During tough competitions, I always feel that I am in control." Agreed with the statement, "I never let what others say about me affect how I think or behave." Disagreed with the statement, "Like most athletes, my self confidence tends to rise and fall at times." Agreed with the statement, "During competition, I always know that I will make the right decisions." Strongly agreed with the statement, "During competition, my best performance has come in pressure situations." Commitment Strongly agreed with the statement, "During preparation for competition, I always push myself to the absolute limit." Strongly agreed with the statement, "When I compare myself to other athletes, I have a tendency to prepare more than most before a competition." Strongly agreed with the statement, "Being physically tough is critical for athletic success." Strongly agreed with the statement, "During competition, I am willing to risk it all to win it all." Agreed with the statement, "I always feel that I have to win at everything." Strongly agreed with the statement, "The internal drive to be the best is what differentiates the best from the average athlete." 6
Strongly agreed with the statement, "One of the qualities that I am best known for is my winning attitude." Willingness to Sacrifice Injury Agreed with the statement, "I am willing to sacrifice everything to be the best in my sport." Agreed with the statement, "I am always willing to risk injury in order to accomplish my athletic goals." Strongly agreed with the statement, "It is only natural to try and ignore injuries in order to reach one's goals during competition." Strongly agreed with the statement, "Competing with pain is necessary to be a successful athlete." Aggressiveness Disagreed with the statement, "During competition, I like to sit back and let things happen. I conserve energy this way and finish stronger in the end." Strongly agreed with the statement, "Athletes that are aggressive are the ones that succeed." Strongly disagreed with the statement, "During competition I am more reserved than aggressive." Disagreed with the statement, "Sometimes one can be too aggressive during competition." Positive Attitude Strongly disagreed with the statement, "Before competition, I sometimes think about the possibility of losing to avoid disappointment." Strongly disagreed with the statement, "Before competition, imagining the negative things that might happen helps one better prepare for when they do." Disagreed with the statement, "Always thinking positive can often lead to a false sense of security." Strongly disagreed with the statement, "Before I take action, I usually let others "test the waters" first." Dependability Agreed with the statement, "When it comes to team meetings or sports functions, I tend to arrive a few minutes early rather than right on time." Disagreed with the statement, "My coaches would describe me as more impulsive than reliable." 7
Strongly disagreed with the statement, "With all of the responsibilities placed on an athlete, it is not always possible to be punctual." Disagreed with the statement, "Teammates that are always on time to team meetings and practices sometimes make me look a bit unreliable." Strongly disagreed with the statement, "Coaches tend to be too strict with players that are a few minutes late to practice and/or team meetings." Planning Disagreed with the statement, "Being organized has little to do with athletic success." Strongly disagreed with the statement, "The importance of having a winning attitude in order to be a successful athlete is overrated." Strongly disagreed with the statement, "Setting goals is often a waste of time because things are constantly changing." Disagreed with the statement, "Athletes that always think they can win are unrealistic and are setting themselves up for disappointment." Team Orientation Strongly disagreed with the statement, "Creating a little conflict among team members keeps things interesting." Disagreed with the statement, "Having personal relationships with team members is generally not a good idea." Disagreed with the statement, "When a team loses a competition it is usually due to the poor performance of one or two players rather than the team as a whole" Agreed with the statement, "One of the best things about playing team sports are the personal relationships that are made among team members." Disagreed with the statement, "Frequently, being part of a team is more frustrating than it is rewarding." Trust Strongly disagreed with the statement, "One of the more difficult aspects of team sports is having to trust one's teammates." Agreed with the statement, "It is easy to get along with all teammates." Agreed with the statement, "Maintaining a consistent and positive team spirit is easy to do." 8
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Areas for Development Competitiveness Strongly agreed with the statement, "Sometimes during competition, I get the impression that my opponent wants to win more badly than I do." Commitment Agreed with the statement, "Few athletes are willing to perform with pain." Team Orientation Responded "Neutral" to the statement, "I don't believe in having to sacrifice for anything or anyone." Trust Disagreed with the statement, "It is not difficult to trust one's teammates." 10
Follow Up Questions Competitiveness When have you felt that your opponent wanted to win more badly than you? What caused you to feel that way? Commitment You stated that "Few athletes are willing to perform with pain". Why do you feel this way? What are your thoughts on this issue? Team Orientation What are your thoughts on team members that compromise or sacrifice themselves to benefit another team member? When is it appropriate to sacrifice something for a team member or the team in general? When is it inappropriate? Trust How difficult is it for you to trust teammates? How has this affected your relationships with your teammates? 11