Training the Mind for Precision Play: The Role of Sport Psychology in Pétanque Performance

Moch. Yunus; Gosy Endra Vigriawan; Farsya Hidayah Septiananda

doi:10.55927/fjst.v4i10.254

Authors

Moch. Yunus Universitas Negeri Malang
Gosy Endra Vigriawan Universitas Negeri Malang
Farsya Hidayah Septiananda Universitas Negeri Malang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/fjst.v4i10.254

Keywords:

Mental Training, Petanque Athletes, Concentration, Performance

Abstract

This study aims to systematically examine the effectiveness of mental training in improving concentration and technical skills of petanque athletes through a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach. As a precision sport, petanque requires high levels of focus, emotional stability, and accuracy in every movement. However, athlete training has generally focused more on physical and technical aspects, while the psychological dimension has received relatively little attention. This study follows the PRISMA guidelines in the process of identifying, selecting, and analyzing literature from academic databases such as Scopus, Google Scholar, and ScienceDirect, covering publications from 2010 to 2025. The review findings indicate that techniques such as visual imagery, positive self-talk, and relaxation training consistently contribute to improved athletic performance, particularly in precision sports. Although specific research on petanque remains limited, similar principles and approaches can be effectively adapted. These findings also highlight the importance of collaboration between coaches and sport psychologists, as well as the need to enhance psychological literacy in athlete development. The study recommends the development of integrated, evidence-based mental training programs to support more comprehensive and sustainable athlete training in petanque.

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