Leaping Through Hurdles: Adaptability Among Female Athletes Dr. Arvin A. Andacao* & Ms. Carla Jane B. Linganay
Davao Oriental State College of Science and Technology
Abstract
Basketball is a popular team sport played mostly by men. However, female athletes are quite daunting to play. This study was designed to explore and unveil the adaptability among college female athletes in playing basketball. Using the qualitative and interpretive orientation research, the study employed a phenomenological approach with athletes and varsity ladies in the Davao Oriental State College of Science and Technology. The researchers utilized a content validated and conducted interview guide schedule prior to obtain the investigated data from the informants through in-depth interviews and focus group discussion techniques. Thorough transcription, careful translation, and appropriate decoding of data were done before the generation of the interview results operating the NVivo 12 software. The findings of the study indicated that adaptability occurred when there was a need for change. Time-management, focus, conflicts among teammates and coaches, and physical qualities were recognized problems and challenges by the informants. Identified limitations brought negative interconnected effects from their academics, athletics, and social relationships in which athletes self-assess for obtaining poor performance. Focus and adjusting are a few of the essential elements as a resolve to overcome hurdles. Finally, adaptability varies depending on the perception and the range of the experience of the athletes. Conversely, few of the informants were not all successful in hurdling playing basketball. Moreover, the authors recommend their created RID Adaptation Framework as a guide for the athletes to play and future researchers for further investigation and improvement of this context.
