The purpose of this study was to empirically examine the comprehensive effects of professional golfer characteristics and the competitive intensity of tournaments on players’ performance. Factors representing golfers’ characteristics were distinguished as demographic variables of age and tenure which denote experiential values of their capabilities. Competitive intensity of tournament environment were categorized based on Herfindahl measurement using golfers’ performance, rank status, and tournament prize incentives. Using Korea Ladies Professional Golf Association (KLPGA) database, we collected 8,615 cross-sectional player data whom participated in tournament events throughout the research period of 2006-2013. Empirical results were obtained via ordinary least squared(OLS) regression results. In particular, we find that there exist positive relationship between golfers age and average score. On the other hand, career tenure is negatively related to average score. These results imply that as professional golfers age, there performance level become detrimental yet, career experiences prevail to positively affect their performance attainment. We also reveal the significance of tournament competitive intensity motivating overall players to vigorously participate in the tournament. Strong nature of competitiveness within the tournament instition alleviates professional golfers to performance better by lowering their average scores.
Key Words：performance, pro golfers' characteristics, tournament competitive intensity, KLPGA
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