Analisis Athletic Identity Atlet Para Badminton

Abstract

This study aims to describe the level and categorization of athletic identity among Indonesian National Para Badminton athletes as a basis for developing evidence-based psychological programs. Employing a quantitative descriptive survey with a cross-sectional design and total sampling of 18 athletes at the NPC Indonesia National Training Center, the adapted Indonesian version of the 7-item AIMS instrument demonstrated excellent content validity (CVI = 1.00) and high reliability (α = 0.955). Descriptive statistical analysis and PAN categorization revealed a mean athletic identity score of 41.61 (SD = 4.161), collectively classified as moderately stable (66.67%). The Social Identity dimension dominated significantly (Mean = 19.17), confirming that athletes' identity is largely constructed through social recognition and their status as national representatives under NPCI. However, the Negative Affectivity dimension indicated significant emotional vulnerability (83.33% in the moderate category), suggesting that athletes' mental stability depends heavily on their effectiveness on the court. Histogram visualization confirmed a normal distribution and a healthy training ecosystem. In conclusion, National Para Badminton athletes possess a strong, healthy, and functional athletic identity profile. High social identity serves as a primary modality for achievement motivation ("Hercules Muscles"), yet elevated negative affectivity poses a risk of emotional vulnerability ("Achilles Heel") when confronting failure or injury. These findings recommend sustained psychological interventions for NPCI and coaching staff, focusing on identity management and emotion regulation to preserve athletes' self-concept integrity amid elite international competition.