Abstract
This paper reviews the findings of research applying self-efficacy theory to athletic performance. The review reveals that although self-efficacy expectancies have been shown to adequately predict sport performance, further research is needed to compare self-efficacy expectancies with other predictors of behavior to determine their relative predictive ability. In addition, physical self-efficacy expectancies can be heightened through a variety of means with subsequent enhancing effects on athletic performance. Although the most powerful source of information about physical self-efficacy appears to be performance accomplishments, more research is needed to compare the relative effectiveness of other sources of self-efficacy information. Methodological problems inherent in the studies, and limitations of employing the self-efficacy construct for sports research, are discussed.
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