Liu Tianyue, Sahar Taresh
Lincoln University College, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Abstract
This study examines the determinants of sport motivation among Malaysian university students, focusing on factors influencing sport enjoyment. Using the Revised Sport Motivation Scale (SMS-II) by Pelletier et al. (2013), constructs such as sport enjoyment, positive health outcomes, appearance motivation, social support, and personal investment were assessed. Responses from 150 male university students were collected and analyzed to identify trends and correlations. Findings revealed that intrinsic motivations, particularly "fun" and "happiness," were the most significant drivers of sport enjoyment, as reflected in the mean score of 3.52 for the "Sport Enjoyment" construct. Similarly, the "Appearance" construct scored a high mean of 3.70, indicating a strong emphasis on physical appearance as a motivator. The "Desire to Excel" construct, with the highest mean score of 3.71 and minimal variability (SD = 0.05), highlighted the participants' consistent focus on self-improvement and achievement in sports. Meanwhile, constructs like "Positive Health" (mean = 3.33, SD = 0.40) and "Social Support" (mean = 3.30, SD = 0.41) showed moderate influence, reflecting individual variability in how these factors motivate participation. Conversely, external pressures such as "Social Constraint" (mean = 3.38, SD = 0.45) exhibited weaker yet notable associations. The study underscores the importance of fostering intrinsic enjoyment and supportive environments to enhance sports participation among university students. These insights can inform the design of sports programs that effectively address both intrinsic and extrinsic motivational factors, promoting sustained engagement in physical activities.
Keywords: Sport Enjoyment ; Positive Health ;Appearance Motivation,; Social Support; Personal Investment
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EPRA International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (IJMR)

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Published on : 2025-01-06

Vol : 11
Issue : 1
Month : January
Year : 2025
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