فاعلية برنامج نفسي للمهارات العقلية في اتخاذ القرار لحكام الدرجة الثانية بكرة القدم

Abstract EN

The two researchers used the experimental method of one group with pre and post – tests.

The research sample was determined by second-degree referees in the Kirkuk governorate and accredited by the Iraqi Central Football Association.

They are (12) and constitute (3, 252% ) of the research community which is 369 referees.

In light of the content of the discussion of the results, the researchers reached the following conclusions: 1.

The effectiveness of the psychological program for mental skills, which includes a number of mental skills in making decisions for second degree referees in football.2.

There are significant differences between the pre-test and post - test in decision-making in favor of the post- test for the research sample in the fields of (physical condition, legal knowledge, emotional balance, focus during the match, cooperation between the refereeing staff).

In light of these results, the researchers made several recommendations: 1- Reliance on the psychological program prepared by the two researchers in designing psychological programs for various sports activities.2- Preparing appropriate psychological programs and including them in the weekly training programs for referees.3- The necessity of linking physical and psychological exercises during training units since mental skills have an important role in leading the matches.