This study conducted and compared the results of two tests for finding a suitable training method for rugby players involving decision making. In the first test, conventional model focusing on correct decisions and the other a time-based test focusing on how fast questions could be answered. Additionally, this study examined the results relating to skill benchmarks and decision making, as well as spent time and self-efficacy for decision making.
The results of this study suggested that decision making training was ideal when it took into account a focus on players with low skill benchmarks, as well as psychological factors such as insecurity, impatience, and feelings of selfefficacy. Additionally, the results might suggest the importance of coaching that focus on encouraging players for quickly decision making in a various game situation. Therefore, it might be an important factor to train players’ thinking in order to analyze situations objectively.
