Investigating the Effects of Sleep Deprivation on Performance During Fall Season Practice Among College Field Hockey Players at Cougar University
Madison Brege
Co-Presenters: Individual Presentation
College: The College of Health Professions and Human Services
Major: Exercise Science
Faculty Research Mentor: Shanique Coombs
Abstract:
Athletes rely on ample sleep to maintain their demanding training schedules and improve their athletic performance across the board. The purpose of this study was to investigate how sleep deprivation affects the performance at the practice of College field hockey players at Kean University during the fall season. Sleep is very essential to our ability to function daily, especially in athletes who are training and competing constantly. The methodology used to conduct this study was a quantitative method of data collection and research. Information was gathered through an online questionnaire via Google Forms. Results from this study concluded that there is a relationship between sleep and athletic performance. Information was gathered from collegiate field hockey players to determine the relationship between sleep and performance. It was noticed that participants who indicated not getting enough sleep felt as though their mental and physical performance was negatively affected at practice. It was also indicated that the time athletes felt most tired for practice was at night practices. Athletes should try to be more mindful of how much sleep they are getting and find ways to optimize and track sleep for the best results when practicing and competing. To enhance the performance of athletes, coaches should also be mindful of the times that they are scheduling practices to ensure that their athletes will not be too tired, as, this is not beneficial for individuals or the team's performance and success. One way to combat sleep deprivation among athletes is the utilization of sleep-tracking platforms such as apps