Abstract

Based on the results of surveys and field observations during the Covid-19 pandemic, there were many changes compared to normal conditions. Athletes have additional anxiety related to the spread of the Covid 19 virus. Athletes who are indicated to have COVID 19 must be quarantined for 14 days. This makes the athlete lagging behind the training material with his team. lose concentration in training, especially beginner athletes, juniors and some senior athletes with various forms of behavior that are detrimental to their appearance. The aim of the researcher was to determine the athlete's anxiety control method applied by the Central Java Hockey coach team. Data analysis uses data selection that focuses on answering the problem formulation (data reduction), arranged briefly (data display), develops after being in the field (verification). The results of the research on the anxiety control method applied by the Central Java Hockey team consisted of always reminding them to obey the protocol by applying the 5M in a disciplined manner, doing adequate recovery, recommended taking vitamins, maintaining a diet with nutritious food. The coaching team should take a personal approach to each athlete. Given the anxiety experienced by each athlete has its own uniqueness.